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CyberNinja

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  1. It is not particularly expensive. The refurbishment of my unit by ECU Testing incurred a cost of roughly £180, as it was displaying several speed sensor codes. You may contact the company, and they will be quite helpful if you articulate the symptoms. I possess a 2007 E320 CDI. It is possible that the gearbox is not the source of the issue; still, I am astonished that there are no fault codes present.
  2. If it like my w211, there exists a distinct compartment for six CDs in addition to a CD/DVD player. I am uncertain regarding your specific vehicle; but, it may possess a singular CD slot containing a disc that requires ejection. To insert the six CDs, you may need to utilise the glove compartment or trunk, or, in the case of my 211, a panel discreetly retracts from the central console in a manner reminiscent of James Bond. It may be entirely incorrect, but it is worth attempting. The handbook will likely provide that information; I may examine it out of interest.
  3. Intriguingly, I generally maintain mine on map and hybrid settings by default. Perhaps it is the reason I do not encounter the issue.
  4. Do you utilise a CarPlay dongle? When I utilise my device and keep it plugged in, it resembles a lottery in attempting to predict its initial setting.
  5. It is peculiar that they are exhibiting an open circuit; typically, resistance increases as they deteriorate. The standard resistance measured between the glowplug tip and the adjacent head should be approximately 2 ohms; upon failure, this often increases to around 40 to 60 ohms. Failed one.
  6. Reasonable price, if of adequate quality, should facilitate a swift sale.
  7. My primary dealer currently costs me £10 per plate. Merely a few years prior, the cost for the pair was £10.
  8. WD40 is not a lubricant; it is a water repellent.
  9. Utilise spray grease from an aerosol can equipped with a straw and direct it towards the pivot to resolve the issue.
  10. IrvesBMW He will arrive shortly and will own the answer. What is your geographical location?
  11. Indeed, it is an excellent UV protectant. Essentially a ceramic coating
  12. UV protection is essential. Utilise Gtechniq C4 and reapply biennially.
  13. 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.
  14. Thank you for your responses. Apologies for the typographical error; it pertains to a 2020 vehicle.
  15. 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?
  16. 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.
  17. Most likely, the issue is in the front control arms, my friend.
  18. 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.
  19. 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 👍.
  20. 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".
  21. 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.
  22. Indeed, there is a slender individual present in the WhatsApp group from which you just exited. 😄
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