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DreamCatcher88

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  1. Just like you, I opted out of a sun roof and saved even more money by purchasing a used '23.
  2. You can see a lot of these autos. To hell with it, just walk away and keep searching.
  3. I noticed the body was sitting at its normal height the second I stepped outside today, so I went ahead and checked to see if it would bounce. It did not! I started the engine carefully and saw no warnings, so I went for a short run to make sure everything was OK. The car handled and drove perfectly without my touching the height/lower or sport settings; I figured it was best to just let it be. Upon returning home, I verified that the ABC fluid level was sufficient; nevertheless, it appeared somewhat low on the dipstick, not quite full but not quite empty either. Is it possible that this is the source of the problem? If so, which oil or fluid should I get to replenish it? I was searching online, but there seem to be a lot of options. Much obliged.
  4. Greetings everyone; As I rounded a bend on my way home this evening, the words "ABC Visit Workshop!" flashed on my dashboard. Now I'm a little confused. Worryingly, I felt the vehicle begin to bounce and feel extremely floaty the second I received the message. Fortunately, I was rather close to my house, so I sprang out of the running car as soon as I pulled onto the driveway and saw it sitting proudly on its highest suspension point. As soon as I applied pressure to the vehicle, its body effortlessly jumped up and down. I returned to the vehicle, shook off the shock, and then shut off the engine, waiting a minute or two before starting it again. The automobile rose up without a hitch when I clicked the raise button; but, when I got out, it was obvious that the suspension was still set to its highest setting, and the bounce was still present. There were no longer any cautions because the ABC message on the dashboard had vanished. The original warning had white text instead of red. If anyone has any suggestions, I would greatly appreciate it because I had the rear shocks changed approximately four months ago. The vehicle's front and rear ends are still elevated. Much obliged.
  5. The reason the service is so expensive is because my Kia Emac's maintenance schedule indicates that the Ecall battery replacement is scheduled for the fourth annual service. šŸ˜Ž
  6. Your new horse looks fantastic šŸ‘šŸ‘šŸ‘.
  7. Initially, driving at night can be unsettling, but have confidence in the system. Page 282 of the handbook delineates the effect as shaded high beams. The shaded high beams are exclusively featured with the optional safety pack.
  8. A Toyota video titled "Adaptive High Beam System" is available on YouTube. It illustrates how the lights cast a shadow on certain vehicles while illuminating other sections of the roadway.
  9. Concur - Even in the improbable scenario of incurring the excess for two callouts within the year, it would still be more advantageous to forgo the Kia plan.
  10. I have possessed my EV3 for somewhat more than a year and have received correspondence from Kia Roadside Assistance—managed exclusively by the RAC—regarding the renewal of my coverage at a 'Special' rate of Ā£10.67 per month, totalling Ā£128 annually. A brief inquiry on MoneySuperMarket for comparable breakdown coverage yielded intriguing results. Letter of Renewal The most economical yearly like-for-like coverage commences at Ā£7.87 per year, whereas RAC annual coverage is priced at Ā£23.99. I choose the RAC for Ā£23.99. If European Breakdown cover was required, it incurred an additional cost of Ā£60. Thank you, but I decline Kia Roadside Assistance; I will obtain equivalent coverage directly from the RAC and save Ā£104 in the process.
  11. I had my back windows tinted by a competent glazing business and do not regret the additional expense. The tint matched that of an FF tint and required 36 hours to complete, as all the back windows were removed for the process. A poorly executed tint job is visually unappealing. The individual declined to complete the fronts, while I had no desire for them to be done. The sole maintenance recommendation he provided was to refrain from using the rear windows for 48 hours to ensure optimal adhesion of the tint. I have never seen an issue with it, and it is definitely worth the £200 invested.
  12. https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=fuel pressure&campid=5338181132&customid=2518X1570512X64985477e5f878ff2dadd5618c292c2b&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&subId2=15&toolid=10001
  13. Thank you for the information. I will clean the pumps and mesh, change the filter on the opposite side, and test the fuel pressure under full load. The fuel pressure at the rail appears satisfactory at '83 PSI', decreasing to '76 PSI' after thirty minutes with the pumps deactivated. I intend to replace the pumps for reassurance.
  14. Upon tracing the wiring from the pumps, I ultimately discovered the solitary fuel pump relay that was incinerated. Connected a spare 40A relay for testing, and the vehicle started immediately with optimal fuel pressure. The positive pump wires are RED/BLUE, not RED/YELLOW as previously indicated - please refer to the attached picture. The RED/YELLOW positive wires originate from the 90A Green Fuse located at position 90 in the rear pre-fuse box beneath the trim on the right side of the spare wheel well. It was concealed deep within the right-hand baggage compartment of the HK Subwoofer. Remove the 5x10mm screws, pivot the subwoofer aside, and you will observe its attachment to the wheel arch. Certain later E55 versions are equipped with dual relays. Now upgraded to a high-quality single 60A, as it was operating at elevated temperatures when replaced with a 40A. Operates at a significantly lower temperature!
  15. Could someone assist, please? Where is my E55 Fuel Pump Relay for the 2003 S211 E55 AMG Estate? The dual fuel pumps have failed; the vehicle cranks but does not start. My multimeter indicates that there is no power to the pumps when the ignition is activated and the engine is turning. The vehicle commenced operation immediately and functions when direct current is supplied to the wiring of one pump located beneath the offside rear seat - RED/YELLOW wire and BROWN wire! I have located what appears to be the fuse labelled '90' - refer to the attached image. The top is broken off, yet it remains fully intact and operational, exhibiting no indications of damage or overheating. However, the location of the relay is unclear. I assume that both the relay and the connector may be damaged. The fuse and relay diagram provided with the vehicle, located behind the driver's dashboard side panel, indicates that fuse F04 (20A) in the rear N/S SAM and fuse bank—behind the left-hand boot side panel—is associated with Relay 'A', the first from the bottom. However, I have discovered that this information is inaccurate; fuse F04 and the small Relay 'A' are designated for the intercooler pump in E55 AMG models. Some owners in the US indicate that the fuse and relay are located behind the right-hand side panel of the trunk; however, this appears to apply solely to sedan vehicles, not station waggons. The internet and AI are fraught with inaccuracies. I appreciate your assistance in advance.
  16. Thank you for your response. The pipes were not replaced; however, they were inspected for leaks, and none were detected. I will connect the automobile to get the data captured when the "Malfunction" light illuminated. Would the malfunction light remain on continuously if the height sensors had failed?
  17. I am engaged in a year-long struggle with my self-leveling rear suspension. The vehicle is equipped just with self-leveling rear suspension, lacking Airmatic suspension at both the front and rear. For many months, the automobile suspension would lower overnight, sometimes affecting both sides, other times just one side, and sometimes remaining stable for weeks without any drop. Recently, the situation has deteriorated, with frequent nightly drops occurring, affecting either one side or both sides intermittently. Due to the inconsistency, I did not believe the bags could be leaking, as I assumed that if they were, the leakage would be constant. I decisively replaced the control valve behind the rear bumper with an authentic MB component. The defect persisted. I purchased aftermarket bags, changed them, and resolved the issue. The mechanic conducted a leak test on the old bags, confirming they were indeed leaking. The automobile has functioned properly for almost one month. However, last week, during a cold snap, I received a malfunction indicator. I saw no more symptoms. The fault indicator had reset upon my subsequent ignition of the vehicle. However, this evening, during another cold snap, when I exited the roundabout and merged into the motorway slip lane, the vehicle began to bounce pretty violently. It was so severe that I had to decrease my speed to 40 mph and activate my hazard warning lights. Shortly after the bouncing started, the malfunction indicator illuminated (image of a vehicle with a downward arrow). The bouncing persisted for around 2 miles, and when exiting the freeway, while halted at the roundabout, the dashboard displayed the message ā€œWait – Vehicle rising.ā€ This resolved after around 30 seconds, following which the vehicle functioned normally. Upon restarting the engine, the problem indicator had vanished. Could someone assist me with this, please?
  18. No manufacturers produce vehicles for the Australian market any more. Mazda delivers the identical models to you that they supply to the UK. Occasionally, they alter the trimlines somewhat.
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