The Mercedes you own is packed with innovative technologies and features. The challenge of owning such a high-end vehicle is that, you have to provide it with specialized care and attention – particularly when the check engine light comes on. Today’s blog post is about the leading reasons behind the illumination of CEL in Mercedes cars. The post also discusses…
Mercedes-Benz vehicles are renowned for their exceptional performance, luxury, and engineering. But one critical component that can potentially fail in a Mercedes engine is the plastic engine guide rail. Understanding the signs of a plastic engine guide rail failure can help Mercedes owners detect and address the issue promptly, preventing further damage and costly repairs. In a nutshell, the plastic…
A clogged radiator can be a serious issue for any vehicle, but it can be especially problematic for a Mercedes. This high-end car brand is known for its luxury and performance, and a clogged radiator can seriously compromise both of these qualities. In this article, we will discuss the signs and reasons for a clogged Mercedes radiator and what you…
When people think of the Mercedes brand, they think of reliability and luxury, but as with any vehicle, they do have some problems, and one of these is vacuum door lock failure. It can be frustrating for any car owner when something starts to go wrong in their car, but for Mercedes owners, it is even more frustrating, as…
Rust on a premium vehicle, especially one as beautiful as a Mercedes-Benz, is never a good thing. While it is not as frequent as it once was, these high-end automobiles are not immune to the effects of rust. Steel that has been exposed to oxygen will rust at various rates, depending on the climate of the area as well as…
Glow plugs in your Mercedes are beneficial for generating the heat and power necessary to keep your engine running. As you can imagine, if your glow plug timer relay fails in your Mercedes, it could mean you’ll have some problems driving it and keeping it running, altogether. More than likely, you’ll sense an issue with your glow plug timer…
An anti-lock braking system, or ABS system, is an advanced design that comes standard in most Mercedes vehicles. Both your Brake Assist System, or BAS, and your Electronic Stability Program, or ESP, both rely on your anti-lock braking system in order to work properly. Since your ABS system is one of the most important systems in your Mercedes vehicle, it…
Keeping your vehicle properly maintained and serviced is imperative for dynamic cars like Mercedes. It goes without saying that the brakes on your vehicle are one of the most important components of your car. Brake issues can be caused by a myriad of reasons. Regardless of the specific cause, however, any issues with the brakes on your vehicle is reason…
Engine mounts are designed to absorb the motion and vibration of the motor and keep the engine and transmission attached to the chassis. Your Mercedes’s engine mounts will wear down over time as a result of the amount of power created in the engine. This article will cover how your engine mounts work, how to spot if they’ve broken, and…