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Indeed, the cost for the components alone amounts to almost $10,000.

Reattach the blower immediately! Numerous blown 156s are reported on the US site I frequent, affecting both the 204 and 212 versions, which appear to be rather reliable when operating with reasonable boost levels. With a moderate modification, you can achieve an increase of 150 horsepower; beyond 1000 horsepower is possible with substantial financial investment....and a substantial amount of torque precisely where it is required! The supercharger whine enhances the auditory experience of the 156's performance.

I had consistently been loyal to the RAC and frequently endorsed them, but an incident this year irrevocably altered my perspective. In May, my 12-volt battery discharged completely. I succeeded in entering the vehicle, but that was the extent of my accomplishment—I was unable to secure it. I utilised the application to solicit assistance and received a notification indicating they will contact me once a patrol was located. After some time, I was informed that someone would attend to me in around four hours. Suboptimal, although I was at home rather than stranded. This occurred at approximately 11:30. At 12:45, I received another message indicating they were exceedingly busy and would need to reschedule for the following day, which meant my car would be unlocked on a public road throughout the night. I contacted them to elucidate the issue and was informed that they will assess the matter and respond within the hour. No one made a call. Upon my subsequent contact, they acknowledged the receipt of my call but indicated that no action had been taken. In a state of despair, I resorted to Green Flag. They were unable to provide a specific time but indicated that assistance was available. At approximately 15:00, I received a message indicating that a technician will endeavour to come by 16:30. Thirty minutes later, I received a call from him indicating he would arrive in twenty minutes. He arrived punctually, and within ten minutes, my automobile was operational once more.

How is it functioning?Whenever I experienced MAF failure, the vehicles operated quite poorly.

If you still appreciate the vehicle, rectify the rust issues. That engine is expected to increase the mileage you have already achieved without significant issues.

In many states, it is illegal to sell used cars with specific defects. Upon identifying the issue, I would recommend contacting your Attorney General.

I encountered analogous issues, albeit with an older model. The driver's side would emit warm air quite immediately, whereas the passenger side took an extended period, possibly 30 to 60 minutes into the voyage. This would vex Mrs. F on wintry mornings. I replaced the water pump, which subsequently addressed the issue with the dual valve that had begun leaking and appeared to have been malfunctioning for some time. Issue resolved.

Could you kindly explain how you diagnosed the issue? In Poland, there exists equipment to assess damping effectiveness in vehicles; however, similar technology is absent in the UK. My rear Koni shocks seem to be excessively bouncy lately, causing my vehicle to rebound over speed bumps once again, prompting my curiosity. Thank you

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Is there a PMS unit located under the washer bottle reservoir?

If you own NTG4 (specifically pre-facelift 204, as in my case), you want authentic MB DVDs; the most recent update was released in 2019. Therefore, search eBay for NTG4-204 DVDs (do not confuse with NTG4-212, as they are distinct). However, if your 204 is a facelift model (if I recall correctly, model year 2011 and newer), it is likely equipped with NTG4.5, which requires a PIN unique to your VIN, along with the corresponding DVDs. Both may be acquired from Mercedes-Benz or select independent dealers such as Comandonline in Lightwater, Surrey (forum sponsors!). Utilize a free online VIN decoder to ascertain the version of your Comand system associated with your VIN. Avoid counterfeit DVDs, since they may damage your Comand system—costly repercussions!

Indeed, connect it to a CTEK or a comparable charger until it indicates a full charge, leave it overnight, and assess its condition the next day.

I use a mix of audio files on a USB drive and music saved on my Samsung phone using Android Auto. I have not own a vehicle equipped with a CD player since 2017. Prior to that, I used an iPod.