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Mercedes-Benz SLK230

Report: Oil From Cam Adjuster Solenoid May Leak into Engine Wiring Harness

Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Problem
10 Reports

Model Years Affected: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004

Average Mileage: 96,562 mi (60,000 mi - 137,687 mi)

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Engine oil can leak into the engine wiring harness from the cam adjuster solenoid. The oil can migrate through the wires and possibly damage the engine control unit. A leaking adjuster solenoid should be replaced.

  • Report #1
    Visitor, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, 60,000 mi
  • Report #2
    Visitor, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, 92,000 mi

    Kept having O2 sensor problems, went to dealer and they informed of the problem. They recommended replacing the cam sensor and trying to flush the wiring to the O2 sensor connector with solvent.

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  • Report #3
    Visitor, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, 137,687 mi

    Kept having O2 sensor problems, went to dealer and they informed of the problem. They recommended replacing the cam sensor and trying to flush the wiring to the O2 sensor connector with solvent.

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