
blueWING007
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Sorento is now serving as an exceptional bar steward.
blueWING007 replied to trikey's topic in General Car Chat
I believe it is necessary to verify it with a more advanced fault code reader. A collection of trouble codes will be kept. It is possible that the injector and maybe the DPF are interconnected. It should be ok once sorted. -
As a GT owner for 11 years, I wholeheartedly agree with the statement above. The trans is satisfactory.
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Their rarity is such that many are unaware of their existence. There are 333 countries in the globe, but only 90 in the United States. Currently, I own my third R8 vehicle, nevertheless, my '12 GT stands out as the most emotionally resonant and distinctive pavement automobile I have ever had, surpassing even my previous 911S. I own a total of 31,000 miles and a substantial number of track days, during which I had zip difficulties. I have had it since 2012 and it remains a part of my possession. The automobile is exceptional while maintaining a high level of comfort. Carried it across the whole nation. It differs significantly from any other R8. The value of it should be far higher and it will eventually be. Two.
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The answer to that question varies depending on the person you are questioning. Some individuals on this platform choose to retain their high-end vehicles just for special events like cars and coffee gatherings, while others are willing to go on cross-country trips with their R8 simply for the enjoyment of it. The last response is likely to indicate "Very low". If you are receiving a favourable agreement, it is essential to have a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection (PPI). Occasionally, when something seems too favourable, it is often an illusion and ultimately results in incurring significant expenses to rectify unforeseen issues. If it need new magrides, we have a set available for immediate dispatch for the next generation R8. Salutations!
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He believes that it is a duration of 5 years or 50,000 kilometres. It is important to be aware that some regions have different restrictions. For instance, in the case of the 9G, automobiles in the ROW (EU) are allowed to have a mileage of up to 75,000 miles with no time limit, whilst cars in the NAS region are limited to 75,000 miles during a period of 5 years. I am unsure of your location in the United Kingdom, but when I visited Nottingham, I found an MB Specialist that had the necessary expertise to service our SLK. Not only were they knowledgeable, but their services were also much more affordable compared to an official MB garage. Do you believe that a trustworthy MB Independent will be capable of giving you the correct answer?
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Buying extended warranty for expired warranty V10+
blueWING007 replied to alabbasi's topic in General Car Chat
I suggest opting for platinum coverage. -
I have been consistently driving the automobile for more than 3 months, often on trips ranging from 3 to 5 kilometres. I have confirmed that the prior advise from the dealership is accurate. After around 4-5 weeks of small excursions, the fan begins running excessively again. To address this, I take the vehicle for a 30-mile high-speed drive on the local highway, which addresses the problem. Despite being a terrific automobile, I am not inclined to switch to an electric vehicle at the moment, but it's something to keep in mind.
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Here is my update after the diagnostic conducted by the local Mercedes store today, which cost £99. Initially, they examined the radiator flap operation and could not identify any problems. They examined and confirmed that the Petrol Particulate Filter (PPF) or Petrol Particulate Filter (GPF) regeneration process is functioning properly. No corrective work is needed. I was dissatisfied with the response and paid £99 for another test with a negative conclusion. I requested to talk with their maintenance manager for a more detailed explanation. He was amiable, and throughout our 15-minute conversation, I persistently inquired about the reason of a 6-minute fan overrun in a 3-year-old Mercedes with 32,000 miles every time I switch off the ignition. This led to the following recommendation... Because I primarily drive the vehicle for short local travels often spanning 2-3 miles, the particulate filter is frequently attempting to initiate a regeneration process to eliminate accumulated soot particles. However, due to insufficient heat to complete its cycle, the fan may continue running for up to 6 minutes after the ignition is switched off. I'm wondering whether I made a mistake by purchasing a Mercedes with specifications that may not be suitable for my short daily drives now that I am retired. I often use my 20-year-old Z4 for longer excursions. This was his advise.If you don't often take it out for extended drives, this automobile may not be suitable for you. After spending £22k on the car, I expressed my reluctance to trade it in soon. I inquired about maintaining the PPF regen properly in the meantime. The advice given was to take the car on the motorway for a 40-50 mile run every two weeks, ensuring to keep the revs high rather than just cruising. Perplexed, I settled my account and departed from the showroom. Is Mercedes intentionally promoting and selling new petrol vehicles with PPF systems, knowing they are not ideal for owners who do not often drive long distances on highways, if his advice is accurate? No way!
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Thank you everybody for your suggestions. After running the fan for 6 minutes on a crisp autumn morning after a 3-mile trip, I decided to contact the service department of my local Mercedes-Benz dealership. The service manager provided me with timely, informative, and useful advise.This conduct is abnormal and indicates that something is wrong. Upon inspecting the computer, he confirmed that my model has the most recent software capable of transmitting engine information directly to their MB computer. He identified two error codes generated earlier in the day: Radiator Flap and DPF Regen. Despite being a petrol car, it is one of the first models to have a DPF. Additionally, a software update is needed, which will be performed after determining the root causes of the error codes. The local Main Dealer will do a comprehensive diagnostic check and provide a repair cost report next week for a fee of £99, which I plan to ultimately reclaim via a warranty claim. I will provide a final update to terminate this topic after the work is finished.
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I purchased a 2019 Mercedes C200 AMG W205 sedan with a petrol engine and 32,000 kilometres on it. The radiator fan operates at high speed for about 6-7 minutes after the ignition is switched off after any travel, even a short one. Visited my independent Mercedes shop this afternoon. They used a diagnostic instrument but could not detect any problem codes. Advised me to monitor the situation. Should I be worried about this, or should I just accept it and trust that it won't damage the battery in the long run?
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The charger for my iPod 10 is not functioning properly.
blueWING007 replied to WhisperingWillow's topic in General Car Chat
My iPhone 3GS with either iOS 3 or iOS 4 works well in a 2010 automobile that I received last week. -
Examine the cabling between the ECU and MAP sensor if the sensor is not receiving electricity. The signal originates from the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor, not the Engine Control Unit (ECU), indicating that the ECU is functioning properly. There may be a faulty connection, ground, or wire causing the issue.
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Is it necessary to programme a vehicle battery?
blueWING007 replied to BENZE220AMG's topic in General Car Chat
It may be more advantageous to seek advice on a BMW forum. -
Please ensure that the USB drive is formatted exclusively for the FAT32 file system if it is intended for use in a car. Additionally, if the number of songs exceeds 250, it is advisable to create separate folders, each containing a maximum of 250 songs. Failure to do so may result in the system being unable to detect songs beyond the first 250 in each folder. Similarly, the same was seen on my 2020 Toyota vehicle.
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The necessary repairs were not addressed.
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It is peculiar that either the dealer or Motability took responsibility for resolving the repairs. It is noteworthy that there has been a decrease in the prevalence of negative news narratives.
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A companion has just acquired an early model of the 500, which is in rather decent shape. The individual is unlikely to use the aforementioned item due to possessing a substantial number of other bicycles. Upon reflection, I have no recollection of his engaging in equestrian activities over a period of many years.