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by MercedesMan98
Thu Jan 29, 2026 2:38 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Damaged ABS, EPS, Collision ASSYST, and Park Assist
Replies: 9
Views: 97

Re: Damaged ABS, EPS, Collision ASSYST, and Park Assist

Given those issues, it's probably a wheel speed sensor.
by MercedesMan98
Fri Jan 23, 2026 5:03 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: W203: Possible causes of the rear main oil seal leak
Replies: 5
Views: 186

Re: W203: Possible causes of the rear main oil seal leak

Old age and little mileage could be the cause, but I'd be shocked if it had excessive crankcase pressure.
by MercedesMan98
Wed Jan 14, 2026 12:29 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The replacement key is nonfunctional. E250
Replies: 5
Views: 16428

Re: The replacement key is nonfunctional. E250

Certain keys can be programmed by specialised locksmiths using the requisite software, while others are sent pre-coded from Mercedes Germany. £95 appears exceedingly inexpensive, especially for a key provided by a specialist; most typically cost over £150, and occasionally more. The cost from Merced...
by MercedesMan98
Wed Jan 14, 2026 12:27 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The replacement key is nonfunctional. E250
Replies: 5
Views: 16428

Re: The replacement key is nonfunctional. E250

Are you certain that the shafts of both keys are identical? I cannot provide a definitive solution to your issue; however, it appears that the prior owner may have misplaced the second key and subsequently purchased a comparable key online. I recommend visiting your local main dealer with your V5 re...
by MercedesMan98
Mon Jan 12, 2026 11:36 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: IBS fault code
Replies: 6
Views: 14124

Re: IBS fault code

Considering that English is probably not the OP's primary language, some leniency may be warranted.
by MercedesMan98
Fri Jan 09, 2026 1:12 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: S55 AMG - coolant contamination with oil
Replies: 7
Views: 45569

Re: S55 AMG - coolant contamination with oil

The fluid may be gearbox fluid since the cooler is integrated within the radiator. Alternatively, conduct a leak-down test, as the head gasket may have failed.
by MercedesMan98
Thu Jan 08, 2026 5:20 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500. To Utilise SBC Brakes or Not?
Replies: 11
Views: 110523

Re: 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500. To Utilise SBC Brakes or Not?

The SBC pump is readily identifiable if it is indeed an SBC model.
by MercedesMan98
Thu Jan 08, 2026 5:18 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500. To Utilise SBC Brakes or Not?
Replies: 11
Views: 110523

Re: 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK500. To Utilise SBC Brakes or Not?

Examined several listings on Autotrader, and none are equipped with SBC; all use a standard ABS pump.