Problem Reports

Mercedes-Benz 300E 4MATIC

Report: Radiators Break Due to Degradation of the Plastic Tanks and Fittings

• path of the serpentine belt
  I cannot seem to figure out the path to re-intall belt.

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• Insulation Degrades on Engine Wiring Harness and Leaves Conductors Exposed
  The engine wiring can degrade because the insulating material falls off leaving the bare wire...

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• Head Light Lenses Become Cloudy/Opaque Due To Sun Exposure
  Due to exposure to the sun, lenses for head lights may become opaque (cloudy or hazy). This red...

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• Shifter Lever Bushings May Break Causing Loose Feel/Noise
  The bushings for the shifter lever wear out to the point where they break and fall out. This ca...

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• Part that attaches distributor rotor to camshaft may break
  The part that attaches the distributor rotor to the camshaft can break; the starter will still...

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