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#512 of 570 Re: New diesel causes hose leaks? [nimhrod] by chander May 19, 2007 (4:21 am)
Replying to: nimhrod (Apr 06, 2007 2:43 pm) I am in the market looking to buy a bluetec car, do these also develop a hose leaks??, Should I stay away?? Replies to this message: nimhrod (May 19, 2007 5:17 am) greasykid1 (May 22, 2007 8:41 am) nimhrod (May 22, 2007 8:49 am) and 1 more...
#513 of 570 New diesel causes hose leaks? [chander] by nimhrod May 19, 2007 (5:17 am)
Replying to: chander (May 19, 2007 4:21 am) First, I can tell you from first hand experience that this is an amazing vehicle. Style, power, economy- an unusual combination.   The mechanic told me that the '05's were not built with the new diesel fuel formulation in mind. And he'd seen, as a mechanic there a pattern of leaky hoses once the owner switched to the new fuel. I would THINK that MB would have made any necessary changes to their fuel lines and other rubber-based fuel touching parts to ensure that they were resistant. But then that's common sense...   Second word of advice- as much as I love this car- be SURE to consider buying the extended warranty. I've tried to buy one (Mercedes) now that I have 47,000 miles, but forget it. Too pricey. Much cheaper to buy when new. And you don't have to buy it from the selling dealer. They often think they've "got you" when you buy it new and that you'll just add it on to the total. Price it out from other MB dealers online. I've been told there's BIG differences in price. I'm buying a JM&A ext warr.. Not the same as a MB warranty, but the next best thing and big savings.   A service writer told me that you usually don't need EW's on newer cars, but MB is different. Not because they are not dependable, but because they are so expensive on repairs. He said to replace a/c condenser on this car is over $2,000. That's almost the cost of the EW.   Hope I didn't scare you off.   D Replies to this message: greasykid1 (May 22, 2007 8:41 am) nimhrod (May 22, 2007 8:49 am) greasykid1 (May 25, 2007 2:50 pm)
#514 of 570 Re: This may sound like an old [marsha7] by roland3 May 19, 2007 (9:46 pm)
Replying to: marsha7 (May 18, 2007 4:18 pm) ... Marsha, I don't believe Diesel fuel is any more hydroscopic than gasoline. There are many types of aftermarket and OEM seperation systems. Most of the problem is a low fuel level and condensation on the walls of the tank; especially in high humidity conditions, and long settings. Many fuel filters are availiable as an unidentical twin with a drain on the bottom, with maybe a one digit change in the part #. . Replies to this message: roland3 (May 21, 2007 5:12 am)
#515 of 570 Re: This may sound like an old [roland3] by roland3 May 21, 2007 (5:12 am)
Replying to: roland3 (May 19, 2007 9:46 pm) ... Marsha, also there are many vehicles on the road with no seperation systems at all. The filter(s) actually will not pass water (that is not in solution, very small trace) and it is a good idea to carry a spare filter. I believe the newer cars have sealed tank/fuel systems and condensation does not seem to be much of a problem. On a boat it's a good idea to drain a small amount of fuel out of the filter or low spot in the fuel system every day; unless you have a seperatin unit with a sight glass. Any water is readily visiable in a small cup.
#516 of 570 Re: New diesel causes hose leaks? [nimhrod] by greasykid1 May 22, 2007 (8:41 am)
Replying to: nimhrod (May 19, 2007 5:17 am) When I took my 2005 CDI in for service the dealer replaced my fuel hoses. No problems. Replies to this message: nimhrod (May 22, 2007 8:49 am) greasykid1 (May 25, 2007 2:50 pm)
#517 of 570 New diesel causes hose leaks? [greasykid1] by nimhrod May 22, 2007 (8:49 am)
Replying to: greasykid1 (May 22, 2007 8:41 am) Was just one leaking or several? Did they replace them all as a preventative measure or just the leaky ones? Replies to this message: greasykid1 (May 25, 2007 2:50 pm)
#518 of 570 Re: New diesel causes hose leaks? [nimhrod] by greasykid1 May 25, 2007 (2:50 pm)
Replying to: nimhrod (May 22, 2007 8:49 am) All I can tell you is that I don,t have any leaks. Never saw a leak before the change.
#519 of 570 Extended Warranty?? by bazohimba May 28, 2007 (5:44 am)
I've ordered a 2008 E 320 bluetech, and I'm curious about the price of the Extended Warranty, both when purchasing the car, and getting bids from other MB dealers. Also what amount of difference in service and cost of independent companies warranties?? Replies to this message: nimhrod (May 28, 2007 6:09 am)
#520 of 570 Extended Warranty?? by nimhrod May 28, 2007 (6:09 am)
Replying to: bazohimba (May 28, 2007 5:44 am) After calling numerous MB dealers for extended warranty pricing, I've come to one conclusion- buy it early in your new car's life. It's much cheaper to buy it with low miles.   I ended up buying an aftermarket warranty from JM&A. They were rated #1 in JD Power ratings. Buy the Platinum coverage. You don't have to worry about what's not covered- they have a list of what is not covered. And if it's not on that list it's covered!   I paid about $3,000 for three extra years and up to 98,000 miles. A bargain compared to other warranties for cars with 48,000 miles already on them.
#521 of 570 My new 2005 E320 CDI - WOW!!! by dorenhagen May 30, 2007 (1:34 pm)
Just drove it back from Chicago and actual measured mileage reflected computer calculated mileage of 39.4 MPG 70 MPH. This little sweetheart only had 14,500 miles and was in perfect condition. Couldn't be happier.   What are the know problems with this car to be on alert for?   Thanks.

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