motorman3
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Their recommendation is to maintain a full tank; however, it has never been effective for me. It seems that the whole piece was authored by AI; however, it was really composed by Tuffa Tanks, a company that sells storage tanks for commercial AdBlue applications. The best laugh is this advice, To ensure the functionality of AdBlue and prevent crystallisation, it is essential to maintain its pump and pipeline by cleaning these components when the ignition is switched off. Thoroughly emptying the pipeline is the foremost method to avert any issues, including crystallisation. We recommend establishing a routine for cleaning the pump as often as necessary; your future self will appreciate it, and it will optimise the use of your AdBlue product by significantly reducing waste.
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Neglecting to replenish the tank causes AdBlue to deplete and crystallise. It is advisable to maintain a few litres of fuel to avoid incurring substantial costs when the engine indicates it will not start within 500 miles.
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316d N47 - Timing Chain Failure / Engine Malfunction
motorman3 replied to TechnoTrailblazer's topic in General Car Chat
I concur and would not hesitate to use his services if necessary. salutations -
Thank you for providing the information. I will surely go with it as my next course of action. In order to replace the control arms, as you said, I have been informed that one cannot determine or perceive any looseness until the arms are removed and the deteriorated bushings are inspected. I have included a photograph and highlighted the arm that I believe it could be. Is it the correct one? The Mercedes suspension system consists of many control arms. Thank you once again
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I have replaced the bearing, which includes the hub, so both front hubs on both sides are now new. I shall attempt to alleviate the issue by engaging in abrupt deceleration and see whether it resolves the problem. However, I am really perplexed, since the vehicle's performance remains smooth for around 200 to 300 miles before the vibration reoccurs. This suggests the presence of an obstruction or distortion affecting the brake discs. The technician informed me that the calliper does not seem to be the problem, as he has replaced the discs and pads three times and they retract smoothly. Another issue I have noticed is a little vibration in the steering wheel when driving on certain highways. This might perhaps be caused by the front control arms, however I find it unlikely that they would cause the brake discs to deform. Upon inspection of the suspension bushes, it has been determined that there is no noticeable movement. However, I am now perplexed by this situation. I acknowledge that some W213 E class vehicles have this problem, but no one has found a remedy for it. Some individuals suggest that the potential causes for the issue might be related to wheel bearing/hubs, front alloys, bushes, braking fluid, callipers, or tyres. I am unable to sell the car in its current condition, hence I am essentially trapped.
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Greetings, I own a W213 E220 AMG Line with a mileage of 140,000 kilometres. I have been experiencing brake judder and steering shaking for an extended period. I replaced the authentic discs and pads on two occasions before receiving advice to repair the front wheel bearings. After replacing the old discs and pads with a fresh set of authentic ones, the vibration issue has resurfaced after driving 300 miles. What is the possible explanation for this?
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Recommendations for upgrading the B8 A5 suspension
motorman3 replied to ENVIOclev's topic in General Car Chat
The sensation of floating might also be attributed to the deterioration of bushes, tie rods, or the steering rack. The occurrence of sliding and triggered traction control is most often attributable to the condition of the tires or the tire pressure. I just substituted the Goodyear tires on my wife's Mini Cooper S with new Conti's, and it has significantly improved the performance. The Goodyear tires exhibited a lack of traction in the front, resulting in a tendency to understeer and experience wheel spin in 2nd and 3rd gears. -
Recommendations for upgrading the B8 A5 suspension
motorman3 replied to ENVIOclev's topic in General Car Chat
I recommend starting by experimenting with high-quality tires such as Michelin PS4 or Pirelli P-Zero. Since you have already upgraded the shocks and dampers, I do not anticipate any significant improvements in performance by installing improved sway bars for road usage. -
Recommendations for upgrading the B8 A5 suspension
motorman3 replied to ENVIOclev's topic in General Car Chat
What kind of tires are you currently using and what is their age? In my opinion, by asking me, you would get a marginal improvement in handling, but at the cost of completely sacrificing comfort, without ever resolving the issue of understeer. -
Effective ways for accessing the positive wire
motorman3 replied to stevenkeyte's topic in General Car Chat
However, they cannot be integrated into an existing wire by splicing. -
What is the reason for the sluggish pace?
motorman3 replied to WhisperingWillow's topic in General Car Chat
The SkyActiv X engine operates without a turbocharger. The vehicle is equipped with a compact Roots type supercharger, which is not used for power augmentation. Instead, it is used to augment the airflow into the combustion chamber, resulting in a highly fuel-efficient engine with lean combustion. When the high compression ratio is paired with a significant amount of computational power, it enables the engine to function as a CI engine under certain circumstances. The electrical system serves the purpose of facilitating the transition from Compression ignition to Spark ignition and assisting with the iStop (Start/Stop) function. -
Tyre Size and Differential Failure: 245/35/20 and 325/30/21
motorman3 replied to NevoBMW320i's topic in General Car Chat
The standard tyre sizes are determined based on the appropriate gearing to ensure that the entering axles maintain the same speed in the differential, despite the greater rolling diameter of the rear axles. -
Tyre Size and Differential Failure: 245/35/20 and 325/30/21
motorman3 replied to NevoBMW320i's topic in General Car Chat
As long as you maintain a narrow margin of 5.5% deviation from the stock value, with a range of +/-1%, the differential will not pose any issues. However, due to the increased width of the front tyres and their higher profile, it is likely that the front tyres will come into contact with the wheel liners when turning, causing rubbing. while I had my vehicle equipped with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) 20-inch wheels and the ride height was adjusted with 15mm spacers, the tyres made contact and caused friction while turning. Given the addition of your ET, bigger rims, and higher and wider tyres, it is likely that you may experience some rubbing. -
There is a coolant leak in the W204 C250.
motorman3 replied to Starcar2022's topic in General Car Chat
Indeed, it is a do-it-yourself project. I successfully completed mine. No specialised tools are required; only a high-quality quarter inch socket set is necessary due to limited access. It is essential that you get the 3 hole housing. (There are two existing leaks and another one will soon develop. It took me around three hours since the EGR cooler also has to be removed.) It is possible that your cylinder head may or may not include three threaded holes. In the case that it does not, just disregard the third bolt. -
What is the duration of the Servicecare plan? Will there be two more years of services? It is important to note that cancelling it is not a straightforward process of instructing them to cancel and the payments immediately ceasing. The amount charged to the programme will be reduced by any services that have already been provided. If the deducted amount exceeds what you have already paid, you will be responsible for paying the remaining balance. Additionally, there is a cancellation fee imposed on the account, which formerly amounted to £40 but may potentially be higher. You are also responsible for settling this price. To get the cancellation charge, it is necessary to contact them by phone. There are reputable independent auto service providers that will surely provide excellent care for your vehicle. However, the difference in expenses compared to the Servicecare plan during the first years is expected to be quite little. If you choose to have your vehicle serviced outside of the Main Dealer network, you will no longer be eligible for Mobilo protection. Therefore, it is important to take this into consideration. In the end, it is solely your responsibility to calculate the costs depending on the pricing set by your local independent business.
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What is the level of difficulty involved in upgrading my 640D?
motorman3 replied to rab60bit88's topic in General Car Chat
I really like the manner in which it leans towards the corners. 🤣 -
What is the level of difficulty involved in upgrading my 640D?
motorman3 replied to rab60bit88's topic in General Car Chat
I would imagine that installing the HUD would be a substantial and costly undertaking, as you have said. It would likely need the installation of a new dashboard to fit the HUD, as well as a new windscreen due to the differing glass requirements. Additionally, there would be a need for certain components and coding to complete the installation. Enhancing the sound system may not be as substantial, but it is likely to be rather costly. It would include acquiring both the head unit and all the speakers. Additionally, the HK setup may require the installation of supplementary speakers. There is a high probability that there will be a software update or code related to it. If I had a strong desire for such characteristics, I would continue my search.
