CyberNinja
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WD40 is not a lubricant; it is a water repellent.
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Utilise spray grease from an aerosol can equipped with a straw and direct it towards the pivot to resolve the issue.
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Crankshaft bearings of the 535d (2012) are defective.
CyberNinja replied to Matt865's topic in General Discussions
IrvesBMW He will arrive shortly and will own the answer. What is your geographical location? -
W211 Xenon headlights consistently exhibit fogging.
CyberNinja replied to jennycarlotta's topic in General Discussions
Indeed, it is an excellent UV protectant. Essentially a ceramic coating -
W211 Xenon headlights consistently exhibit fogging.
CyberNinja replied to jennycarlotta's topic in General Discussions
UV protection is essential. Utilise Gtechniq C4 and reapply biennially. -
Service schedule for Mercedes E400d convertible
CyberNinja replied to Matt865's topic in General Discussions
Obtain a quotation for the upcoming service (or two) from your primary dealer, enquiring about any additional items due and their respective costs. Supplementary items are required dependent on duration or distance travelled. Numerous lower-priced estimates are less costly because they are incomplete. After obtaining that information, solicit quotations from several other garages for the additional items to facilitate a cost comparison on an equivalent basis. Upon receiving your quote for a service care plan, you will ascertain its value. -
Oil change intervals for the BMW 520D
CyberNinja replied to CyberNinja's topic in General Discussions
Thank you for your responses. Apologies for the typographical error; it pertains to a 2020 vehicle. -
I own a 2020 520D with a 2-liter engine. A mechanic, who is not affiliated with BMW, advises replacing the oil and filter annually rather than biennially as recommended by BMW. He is capable of doing the task, and the garage in which he is employed has the BMW software. He asserts that the vehicle will have less engine issues as it ages. I plan to sell the automobile when it is around seven years old. Do you have any recommendations or opinions?
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Inquiry about service plan and personalised registration number
CyberNinja replied to Mistral's topic in General Discussions
In my experience, when I bought a pre-registered C Class a few years ago, the dealership always referred to its original license plate until I specifically requested them to alter the registration to my personalised plate. -
What is the expected lifespan of the front brake discs?
CyberNinja replied to ForumGuru's topic in General Discussions
Most likely, the issue is in the front control arms, my friend. -
W212 E250 Sport - Confusion over choice of alloy wheels!
CyberNinja replied to CyberNinja's topic in General Discussions
Thank you for your kind feedback. I believe winter tires are unnecessary in Spain, namely in the Costa Blanca region. The temperature today is 37 degrees. The temperature yesterday was 39 degrees Celsius, indicating extreme heat. Benijofar has not had snowfall for a period of 85 years. -
W212 E250 Sport - Confusion over choice of alloy wheels!
CyberNinja replied to CyberNinja's topic in General Discussions
Indeed, it was one of the concerns I had anticipated. In my last piece, I neglected to note that another distinguishing feature of the E250 Sport variant is its bigger diameter front discs, which are also vented. Indeed, it can be inferred that the callipers on this particular W212 model are bigger compared to those seen on other models. Thank you for the kind comment 👍. -
W212 E250 Sport - Confusion over choice of alloy wheels!
CyberNinja replied to CyberNinja's topic in General Discussions
I apologise for not mentioning earlier that one of the additional distinctions on the E250 Sport model is the presence of bigger and vented front discs. Additionally, I have been a longstanding member of this exceptional organisation for some years, predating my ownership of the W212. Prior to my current vehicle, I had a W211 Elegance, specifically a C320, which had impressive acceleration. My first experience with Mercedes-Benz dates back to 2004 when I purchased a C240. Over the years, I had several different discussions on this platform. However, last year I was unable to access my account using my prior login information, which is why I am now using the username "new member". -
Greetings, everyone. I own a 2011 E250 Sport (Automatic) that I purchased in 2012 when it had just 9,000 kilometres. This variant is equipped with the AMG body package, wheels, steering wheel, polished pedals, and a few other AMG components. I believe all of these features were included as standard on the Sport model, however I am uncertain. Throughout the years, the automobile has remained mostly dependable, with the exception of a main drive belt failure, a fractured cooling pipe fitting, and a few sensor repairs. When I made the decision to retire in Spain, I took it with me around 5 years ago. Nevertheless, there is one aspect that has always bothered me since I made the purchase, which is the excessively rough ride quality. This may likely be ascribed to the 18-inch wheels equipped with low-profile tires, as well as the somewhat firmer suspension found in the Sport model. I often ponder if I might enhance the quality of the ride by replacing the wheels with 17-inch ones (or maybe 16-inch ones if feasible), appropriately equipped with the corresponding tires. I understand that there may be a little sacrifice in handling, but as I age (now 72), I no longer have the need for high-speed driving and would like a more comfortable ride. Although the automobile is in excellent condition both inside and out, the existing 18" alloy wheels are severely scratched, showing signs of delamination in some areas, and overall seem untidy. I can have the wheels repaired at this location, but the cost is around €100 (£85) each wheel. Additionally, I would have to deal with the inconvenience of not having a vehicle for approximately one week. Additionally, I have the opportunity to get some good pre-owned OEM wheels at a similar cost. Therefore, in conclusion, here is the caveat.... In addition to the factory-installed variations described above, the Sport variant additionally has offset wheels. The front wheels have a width of 8.5J, a diameter of 18 inches, and an offset of ET48. The recommended tire size for the front wheels is 245 x 40 x 18 Y. The rear wheels have a size of 9J x 18 with an offset of ET54. The corresponding tire size is 265 x 35 x 18 Y. The specified offset for the front wheels is between 46 and 50, while for the rear wheels it is between 52 and 56. I would want to know whether it is possible to install 17-inch (or even 16-inch) wheels, ideally without the bigger rear wheels. Would all four wheels have the same width, either 8.5J or 8J? It seems that the majority of other W212 models were equipped with either 16" (E200) or 17" (E220/E250 but not Sport) wheels from the factory. I have some uncertainty about the potential impact of this modification on the specified offset. The only expected changes are that the rear wheels will not protrude as far and may come into contact with the discs or brake cylinders, assuming the front wheels are less than 8.5J in width. Would it be possible to utilise appropriate spacers with the somewhat narrower wheels to mitigate this potential problem? Do any of you knowledgeable individuals have any experience with using smaller wheels? Alternatively, you may provide any comments or advise. I have the option to directly contact MB in Germany, but I have lost confidence in their customer assistance, particularly at the dealer level, due to my experiences over the years. Thank you for reading, and I apologise for the lengthy 'War & Peace' book.
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Are you planning to go?
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Indeed, there is a slender individual present in the WhatsApp group from which you just exited. 😄
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It is time to replace the clutch and dual mass flywheel, as mentioned before.
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Speak English clearly! I am a Scottish individual who proudly wears a traditional garment known as a kilt.
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Yesterday, I visited my nearby Tesco store for a quick trip to buy beer. I parked my vehicle around 20 feet away from another car, which was a white GLB with a licence plate reading '73'. After locking my car, I walked past the other GLB and made a joke to the man who was checking his tyre pressures. "The car is aesthetically pleasing, with an excellent choice of colour and motor." Response: "On what basis do you believe you possess the entitlement and boldness to pass judgement on the vehicle I am currently operating?" "Mutter, Mutter, Mutter" For goodness sake, what is happening to the world!
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Unable to activate internal motion and tow-away sensor.
CyberNinja replied to Matt865's topic in General Discussions
Are there any tactile controls located on the roof, next to the rearview mirror (RVM)? -
Unable to activate internal motion and tow-away sensor.
CyberNinja replied to Matt865's topic in General Discussions
Did you turn off the vehicle, remove the key, push the buttons to activate them, and then lock the car shortly afterwards? -
The issue has been resolved. The issue was not caused by the injectors, but rather by my ignition key. When the key was turned to the "crank" position, it interrupted the flow of electricity to the ECU at pin 26. I identified the issue when I connected the fuel pump relay and saw that INPA disconnected when I attempted to start the engine for more than 5-6 seconds. Consequently, I discovered that the relay disengaged during the starting process. Thank you for your assistance! I will inspect the injectors at some point in the future. The only reason for not completing the task today was due to my forgetfulness in bringing the appropriate measuring cups.