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#2 of 869 Main problem is... by mapman1138 Nov 19, 2001 (8:35 am)
...that I have to wait at least two more months before mine gets here! Who knows if I'll even have a job by then? Replies to this message: mbcl55amg (Oct 09, 2005 12:49 am) zoocosmo (Oct 01, 2006 6:47 pm) jjpeter (Oct 02, 2006 2:53 pm) zoocosmo (Oct 02, 2006 7:08 pm) and 7 more... tony24 (Oct 04, 2006 6:24 pm) zoocosmo (Oct 06, 2006 5:42 am)
#3 of 869 Cover over intake manifold by mayday2 Nov 21, 2001 (8:40 pm)
The C230's power steering pump and reservoir is located under the gray plastic cover on the intake manifold side of the engine. Does anyone know how you get this cover off to access the power steering pump/reservoir?
#4 of 869 Noise by quickb Nov 28, 2001 (1:33 pm)
Is anyone experiencing issues with the sound of the car? Not in general, but only when you first start the car. The sound eventually subsides into a much quieter engine sound, but for about 30 seconds, it's quite load. I had a parking garage porter comment on the sound, and I've been conscious of it ever since.
#5 of 869 If you mean that it sounds a little rough, then yes by tommyp13 Nov 28, 2001 (4:42 pm)
Yeah, it's louder than normal for awhile when I first start it up in the morning. I wouldn't be worried about it.
#6 of 869 quickb by m3fan Nov 29, 2001 (12:18 pm)
I don't own one, but I've read a few reviews and the consensus is that the C230 Kompressor makes those noises. That's SUPERCHARGED for ya! Keep it noisy!
#7 of 869 A little gruff when it first wakes up. by lukyme Dec 13, 2001 (12:10 pm)
This is my only slight dissapointment with my C230K. This engine is not as refined as what I'm accustomed to. Such as the Japanese V6's (some 4's too), Previous BMW, ect. I'm not complaining, as I knew what I was getting. I drove the C240 Sedan with that little V6, and it was so much smoother. But I wanted the sport coupe. It really growls when you first start it up, but just as you indicated, within a minute or so, she quiets down. They all do it. Maybe thats why the sales person always started one up, and pulled it around for me to test drive only after it warmed up.
#8 of 869 closing the trunk by pixmation Jan 09, 2002 (4:34 am)
The cabin is so air tight that I found myself have to slam the trunk hard in order to close it. Sometimes I have to try 2-3 times before it closes properly.
#9 of 869 Kompressor by jjpeter Jan 13, 2002 (10:26 pm)
I've noticed our C230 sounds a little "agricultural" when it first lights up. But like all have mentioned, once it warms up (after about 30-45 seconds) things smooth out. The earlier model, in the 99 and 2000 C class was even less refined. For this go-around some internal improvements were made to quiet the motor down. I'll say one thing though,,, this little motor goes! Once that blower kicks in, one gets throw back into the seat and you just hold on! I don't know of another 4 cylinder motor that is currently on the market that has the thump of this German 2.3 liter Kompressor. None. Replies to this message: gardeningalex (Jul 19, 2006 10:32 pm) kwhyte (Jul 24, 2006 11:16 pm)
#10 of 869 Kompressor by jpnwdc Jan 28, 2002 (6:49 pm)
jjpeter - you obviously have never driven a Saab 9-3 SE HOT (High Output Turbo) or Viggen. Saab's 4 cyl. turbos are known for getting tons of power and torque from relatively small 4 cyl. engines. They are also quite smooth and refined, much more so than the Kompressor engine. (I've driven the C230 and currently have a 2000 Saab 9-3SE.) The C230 probably handles better, especially since it's rear wheel drive.
#11 of 869 My own quality problems (and some resolutions) by petercrase Feb 13, 2002 (11:42 am)
Picked up my car on 2/6/02 from service dept.of Berberian European Motors in Stockton, CA, my local dealer. C230K C Coupe, build date 11/01, in service date, 1/6/02, Purchased from Auto Stiegler, Encino CA. Mileage at time of service, 1,683.   1. Rearmost muffler heat shield rattles when door, hood or hatch closes. 1a. Heat shield hold down bolt loose, dealer retorqued bolt.                         2. When manual seats are brought forward, carpet mats catch on seat sliders, rolling over and goughing out the foam backing and leaving grease marks on top of carpet mat. 2a. MBZ regional rep verified with 3 other like vehicles, he will relate to MBZ, they will notify dealer when a resolution is available so a warranty repair can be scheduled.                          3. Aluminum trim in console is mismounted, about a quarter of an inch high on right side, near cupholder door. 3a. Service advisor pushed down hard on trim, it popped down into place and stayed.   4. Rear hatch rubbing body opening at bottom outside corners, leaving abrasion marks in paint on hatch and top of bumper. 4a. MBZ regional rep verified with 3 other like vehicles, he will relate to MBZ, they will notify dealer when a resolution is available so a warranty repair can be scheduled.   5. Front grill top mounting bolts loose. 5a. Service advisor tightened bolts.   6. Windows down feature with electronic key, need to be within 2 feet of car receptor to make windows operate. 6a. No resolution yet, dealer could not verify until I picked up car and demonstrated problem to him. While pointing key at receptor in door handle, locking/unlocking works fine, window up/down feature only works sporadically. Same results with either key, windows feature will always work when very close to car, but intermittenly when further away. Service advisor will check with tech and call me.   7. Rattle in passenger door. 7a. Dealer tech lubed/adjusted side panel by glovebox.   8. Tires have 37 lbs of pressure all around from dealer. 8a. I haven't adjusted tire pressure yet, 32 lbs all around seems to be the accepted norm in my area. Mercedes recommends 28 lbs in front and 32 lbs in rear, but says additional psi is ok.   2002 C230K Hatchback Coupe, Alabaster White with Oyster Cloth interior, 6 Speed manual trans, Bose Stereo and 6 CD Changer.

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