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#660 of 665 Fuel Guage Not Operating Normally - PhxMax by phxmax Jan 01, 2009 (10:11 pm)
This is for anyone who may have a fuel guage issue. I own C230K and ML 320, both 2002 models. This happened to me in both of them. The problem goes like this. You fill up gas, topped off, and then you notice that shortly after filling up, the guage is showing about a 1/4 less than what should be. I asked my favorite shop (not an MB dealer, since we are out of warranty already) for this fix, he said it could cost up to $600 to get this fixed. I did not fix it right away since I was still getting accurate data on fuel consumption from the computer display, range, mpg, etc... Well, the problem took care of itself; and the guage operated normally after that. It took about 5 fill ups in the ML to get to normal, and about 12-15 fill ups on the C230K. If anyone has the same issue please post and share with all. Thanks. Replies to this message: 04350 (Jan 04, 2009 2:11 pm)
#661 of 665 Re: Fuel Guage Not Operating Normally - PhxMax [phxmax] by 04350 Jan 04, 2009 (2:11 pm)
Replying to: phxmax (Jan 01, 2009 10:11 pm) There was a recall for various Mercedes models in July 2008 pertaining to an incorrect SCN (software calibration number) which dealt with incorrect fuel gauge readings as well as several other issues. Neither of your model years were listed on that July 2008 recall from the summary that I saw. It may be worthwhile to ask your mechanic whether your models could be suffering from this also, although not covered for free under the July 2008 recall.
#662 of 665 Re: MB-tex discoloration [bmwconvert] by asa2 Jan 22, 2009 (12:17 pm)
Replying to: bmwconvert (Jan 02, 2008 12:09 pm) That happens in pale colored interiors. It's exactly why I ordered Black MB Tex instead of Macademia. Before we purchased ML, we had a Range Rover with the tan leather seats and they got really stained from our jeans, etc. Never again. I did use something on them from the Dollar Store if you can believe it. It was called "Awesome". They were real leather and they withstood it. Just dilute it and have extra water to wipe off excess when done scrubbing (I used a tooth brush) It didn't get it all but it got alot. I would recommend testing it on an inconspicuous area to be sure.
#663 of 665 Service over 200K miles by lynnejacob2001 Jan 29, 2009 (5:36 pm)
I have 98 ML320 with 219,000 miles. The truck has been great. Other than regular maintenance and normal wear and tear we haven't had any problems with the vehicle. I'd like to make sure it stays that way. Are there any replacements/service we should have done?   We have some minor knocking which my mechanic tells me is not uncommon or unexpected on a vehicle of this age. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. My goal is to get to AT LEAST 400K miles.   Thanks
#664 of 665 my mercedes fuel gauge show empty but is full some one help me by rososo Jun 02, 2009 (7:13 pm)
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#665 of 665 Re: my mercedes fuel gauge show empty but is full some one help me [rososo] by phxmax Jun 03, 2009 (7:26 am)
Replying to: rososo (Jun 02, 2009 7:13 pm) Hello Rosco, I wonder if you saw my posting #661 of 664 Re: Fuel Guage Not Operating Normally - PhxMax [phxmax] by 04350 Jan 04, 2009 (2:11 pm)...   The ML problem fixed itself after a few months; this is a little weird, but saved the few hundered $ my mechanics said it may cost. My ML has not had the issue again. My C Class has the same problem re-appearing just a few days ago, I am monitoring and no plan to fix; I will keep you posted. Phxmax.

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