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Mercedes-Benz C230

Report: Oil Leak Into Wiring Harness From Camshaft Solenoid Switch

Mercedes-Benz C230 Problem
10 Reports

Model Years Affected: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005

Average Mileage: 69,150 mi (49,800 mi - 125,000 mi)

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Oil can leak into the engine wiring harness from the camshaft sensor. If the leaky sensor is not repaired, the oil can migrate through the wires and possibly damage the engine control unit. Have the sensor and harness checked regularly.

  • Report #1
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    Oil leak into wiring harness from camshaft solenoid

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  • Report #2
    Visitor, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230, 60,000 mi

    Routine maintenance check. MB fixed it and replaced the harness.

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  • Report #3
    Visitor, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230, 64,000 mi
  • Report #4

    camshaft leaking oil

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  • Report #5
    Visitor, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230, 66,000 mi
  • Report #6
    Visitor, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230, 49,800 mi

    Oil leaking into wiring harness from CAM sensor I am told by my mechanic today. I did find online however that this is a RECALL issue for this car and I am now taking into the Benz Dealer for repair and hope the Engine Check light goes off. This car has run perfectly since day one and really doesn't even appear to be running poorly with the light on. I run it on synthetic Mobil One 5-40 and change it regularly.

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  • Report #7
    Visitor, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230, 125,000 mi

    noticed a oil leak from camshaft magnetic cover, the oil have found its way into the sensor connector but the engine light nor malfunction messsages have com on. i removed cover (3 screws), cleaned surfaces and applied gasket silicone, put the cover back on, havent started it on to test result. if anyone has the right fix for this i will appreciate if let me know. TY.

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