2016 W212 OM651 E-Class Now Up to 350,000 Miles / 7 Years Old – What’s gone on
3 years a go I posted this: Running A 2016 W212 M651 E-Class Up to…
Understanding Mercedes Assyst Plus Service Display / Workshop Codes
“My Mercedes is due a service.”
“Ok, do you know what service it’s due?”
“I’m not sure, I think its a ‘A’… 3 something?”
Mercedes Benz service codes can be a bit of a pain to understand at first. But by the end of this post, hopefully all will be a bit clearer.
Brochure Scan Added – “RS” Edition Two – 1993
Another brochure scan to the collection; “RS” Edition Two – 1993, covering Check out the Ford mobile handsets! Check it out here – “RS” Edition Two – 1993 Views: 7
Brochure Scan Added – “RS” Edition One – 1993
One of a few to be added on soon; Brochure scan of ‘RS’ Edition One – 1993, covering; Something that tickled me a little bit is a quote on the RS1800 page; Check it out here – “RS” Edition One – 1993 Views: 4
New Seats For The Shed & Carpet Out Checkup
Popped to Leicester this morning to pick up some ‘wingback’ ‘raven’ front seats. On the lookout for a rear bench/backs and door cards if you have them? Contact me Had a general cleanup inside (carpet needs a good seeing to) and took the front seats out to swap them over. It was clear that someone…
Mercedes Gearbox / Battery Reset – E Class W212/S212
Ive seen a lot of talk about doing a ‘gearbox reset’ or ‘battery reset’, normally amongst conversation regarding gearbox problems. Gearbox problems can be not changing gear, holding onto gear till high RPM, delayed engagement or harsh / erratic gear change. Occasionally people report issues after having a gearbox service.
But what does ‘gearbox reset’ or ‘battery reset’ actually mean and is there some truth to it?
As always focusing around the E Class W212/S212 generation, although the whole discussion dates back a while as we will discuss further on. Mercedes transmissions adapt but
Fiesta Mk3 Gearbox Mount Types & Mount Replacement
Little update on this one. It had been banging about every time I pulled away and it’s fair to say that the front gearbox mount was knackered. Not opting for anything special, I went with the cheapest pair I could find on eBay. Completely unbranded. Can’t imagine the little 55 horse’ under that red bonnet are going to rip it apart to quickly! Easy simple job –
The Red Shed
Impulse buy. Looked alright. Not massively rusty. Needs some love. Broke down in it the first time I went out in it.This popped up on…
3d Print File – CDH Inlet 75mm Ducting Adaptor (5KW)
Edit, V2 now below as well. Here’s a 3d print file I drew up for an inlet adapter for 5kw (2kw – 8kw) Diesel Heater units. This allows connecting of 75mm Ducting (normally supplied for outlet only) to the inlet side of the heater unit without removing the inlet screw cap. The inlet screw cap…
Chinese Diesel Heaters – Spare Parts / Accessories
As there is always improvements to be made, after all, they are copies, here is a guide to everything from spare parts, to accessories. UK Based sellers for quickest delivery.
OM642 Glow Plug Replacement
Typically, with a glow plug fault you will be getting a glow plug warning light coming on, sometimes flashing and perhaps an engine management light. In Rimgaudas case, no codes or dash warnings, just some white smoke in the mornings.
They are notorious for snapping on removal but normally with the engine hot, they will come out.
Fiesta MK3 2.3 Duratec Turbo – Hello, is it me you’re looking for?
Im thinking of you! Jesus Christ. 9 years since I last posted something about this. Every now and then it gets mentioned on a Facebook group and I promised to add all of my info here, so I have. All info from Jimmys build and my subsequent info can be found here The last big…
W212 S212 E Class Common Problems
As I’ve experienced the 212 now for a number of years, here’s a compiled list of common problems and a minor insight into them. Based upon my experience at an independent specialist + forums / Facebook. If you can add to the list, please comment and will happily add to it.
SoftEther Tray Monitor V1.5 in Python
A Python code to load a small widget into the tray that when clicked on, shows sessions connected to a local Softether VPN Server, based on VPN Hub. (instead of going through the Softether VPN GUI). It will also show a notification pop up through the native windows notification system when a new user connects.
I Coded… Actually ChatGPT Did…phpBB Scraper
Im a geek at heart and I’m impressed. Im probably well behind the times but ChatGPT has just coded me a script in Python.
I keep seeing social media posts suggesting using AI. So I did. At first I thought I was wasting my time but it got interesting quickly.
Dyson Fan HP10 – Disassembly / Assembly
You know when it says attach the freestanding units/bookshelfs etc to the wall and you never do it? Well now there’s little people about, it’s a necessity. Especially when theres a fan on top… Not to sure how I contained my excitement as our almost £400 fan came tumbling down on top of our two…
Chinese Diesel Heating – For A Conservatory
These heaters are everywhere it seems. Vans, lorries, sheds, garages, mobile homes, static caravans conservatories, boats even houses – if you need to heat it, you can probably do it with one.
Chinese Diesel Heater Fuel Consumption & Cost Calculator
Here’s a handy calculator;
To work this out, we need to know pump dose amount and
Transit Key Blade Only Replacement
This is an appreciation post more than anything and hopefully points someone in the right direction. I recently needed to source a key blade for Transit. Easy you think. Think again. No ones interested in supplying a key blade only. Ford will only supply a key fob and blade. Then program it, quoted £240. Local…
What Oil Should I Put In My W212 E-Class
Introduction When it comes to oil, its a bit of slippery slope if you just put anything in. By not using the correct oil the most probable future problem is carbon build up, probably in the exhaust/DPF, maybe in the EGR system or in the inlet manifold. Using the right oil (at the right intervals)…
Guide, How To Fit A ‘Dummy’ OBD Port On A Fiesta
Introduction Previously, I wrote a post about how our Fiesta got stolen, by the ‘program a key method’. This time, a quick guide on how to fit a ‘dummy’ OBD port. This is based on the Fiesta 2008 – 2017 but similar for all Fords. This will cost around a tenner, take 15 minutes of…
W212 ECO Stop/Start & Additional Battery
Introduction Ive heard & read a lot about how people think the ECO Stop / Start & additional battery works and its time to set the record straight. I think that the most common misconception around this is, that it is this battery restarts the engine once its stopped. It doesnt. Glad Ive cleared that…
W212 OM651 E220 Coolant Leak – Fuel Filter Housing – Common Problem
Introduction Whilst this problem is not just limited to the E Class, it is certainly a common problem on the OM651 engine. Many a time we come across the customer complaint of coolant light coming on, but no obvious leak. There are a few usual suspects, namely the coolant pump or thermostat housing, but one…
Stolen 20.04.23 – Our Ford Fiesta Titanuim Mk7.5 2015 -Keyless – How To Prevent
Background PS, – I don’t have a photo of the car in question, Picture is courtesy of Mike B – Photography (pexels.com) This is really just something that I thought would not happen to us. Even though its a common topic amongst people in our area every now and then, I thought, “who wants to…
S212 E350 E Class – Rear Suspension Dropping
Big shout out to ‘Jeff Z Pan‘ for letting me use this write up and pictures. His own words follow. All his pictures at the bottom of the page. I will list a few Mercedes part numbers for reference at the end too. Disclaimer:This post is NOT an instruction.This post is only to share my…
2016 W212 OM651 E-Class Now Up to 350,000 Miles / 7 Years Old – What’s gone on
3 years a go I posted this: Running A 2016 W212 M651 E-Class Up to 300,000 Miles / 4 Years Old – What’s It Like. This post mainly was about the life it had in previous ownership, however the last three years have been my use. My use of this car was always going to…
2015 W212 E-Class OM651 Air filter Replacement (Low MPG)
On a whole since i had a engine ECU software update back little while ago (was done as part of NOX sensor replacement procedure) its not been so great. From what I read on FB groups it seems to be “a thing”. The gist is that
HIKVision IP Camera Stuck On Black / White (Night Mode) – Fixed
This camera in question (HIKVision DS-2CD2T42WD-I5) had been listed as a spares repairs camera – only works in black and white. My first thought was that probably an issue with the light sensor so put an eBay offer in on the listing and it was accepted. This post will give an insight to how i…
OM651 (W212) Intake / EGR Diagram & Part Numbers
Pretty much as requested for member of the W212 Owners Club on Facebook, gasket part numbers and prices. I have included affiliate links to eBay searches for each part number – please support me if you can! Sometimes parts pictured are not nessacerrily fitted to the vehicle. Prices are correct at 01/03/2022. (genuine all plus…
W212 Facelift Headlamp Lens Replacement
A light knock on the headlamp can result in a cracked lens – this is not good with modern headlamps as the electronics inside will get wet and eventually lead to failure of the control units and / or the actual lamp itself. As an example, in the case of the W212 facelift with option…
2015 Transit 2.2 RWD Euro 6 P2598 P0299
Now this is a story all about how, My life got flipped turned upside down, And I’d like to take a minute, just sit right there, I’ll tell you how I became the owner of a fault called P0299.
‘Noise from engine’. E Class W213 – OM654
More specifically, a ‘ dull plopping noise from the intake manifold – when the air filter is removed’. In our case, all the time – the customer had complained for a little while that the engine was noisy. It sounded a bit odd but there wasn’t anything specific that we could say at that point. Until it got worse and it was at the point that it needed
KIA C-Apostrophe-D (C’eed) Daytime Running Light Fault
Kia C’eeds from 2012 – 2018 suffer with a daytime running light fault, reportedly due to a inherent issue with the circuit board within the headlamp that provides power for the LED strip in question – it overheats and fails. There is no manufacture fix for this other than to replace the headlamp, however options have come up within the aftermarket – replace the circuit board. Much better option than new lamps at small fortune.
Traktor Pro 3 Beta 3.4.0.186 – Smart Playlists
Hurray. Hurrah. Long awaited in the world of Traktor is ‘Smart playlists’.
Every DJs music collection is unique. In folders or playlists, by year or by genre, source or inspiration or some other way that makes sense to them only. We don’t judge… so anyway heres some great Traktor Pro ‘Smart Playlists’ / Ideas that i know i will use:
W212 E-Class & Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
Most of you have probably come from the Facebook W212 Owners Club group interested in getting Apple Car-Play / Android-Auto working on your W212 E-Class, especially that i noted that i got it all working for free, which is true, however probably won’t be for most people. Although with the help of this info I’m pretty sure that ANY independent Mercedes specialist (with the right diagnostics equipment) or dealer for that fact will be able to get it working on the vehicles that have the right hardware already installed in the car. (And hopefully i can guide you to a solution if it can’t be done on the hardware you have).
CDJs DJM Flight Cased, 2 Tips
Keeping CDJ2000s & a DJM900 in a flight / coffin case keeps them protected and connected up all them time. Well most of the time. They have and will spend most of their time in there, however recently I did have a little dilemma as i give use of them to another DJ (DJ FUNKO) at my residency – Funko uses his own cables to connect up. Our dilemma was this; left pic, broken USB port (plastic bit in middle broken off), right pic (how it should be)
Running A 2016 W212 M651 E-Class Up to 300,000 Miles / 4 Years Old – What’s It Like
This particular car is one I’ve recently purchased, its now on 310,000 miles, I’ve had it since around 308,000. I purchased from a chauffeur, my work has done every single service & defect repair. Its a 2016, W212 Facelift, SE Premium, Standard Suspension, Obsidian Black, M651 Engine. Its worth noting that there are many different options.
BMW 1 Series (F20), N13 Engine, Cut Out, Non Start
To no surprise we had another BMW 1 Series recovered in, had cut out and now won’t start – here’s what we found, how we went about it and what the fix turned out to be. A few car details first: 2013 BMW 1-Series, F20 shape, 118i N13 Petrol engine. Initially, this made me think
BMW Wiring Diagrams, Repair Instructions etc
If you are a BMW enthusiast, geek, DIYer or even a garage looking for repair information I can’t recommend this site enough. www.newtis.info It has all the info you could need from the likes of The E36 / E39 right through to the current models (Time of writing this, 2019).
Crypto Currency, Some For Nothing?
If you’ve not heard of ‘cryptocurrency’, well where have you been for the last couple of years! Some examples of it are Bitcoin, Litecoin, Dogecoin (dogecoin started as a joke to do with a dog), DASH, Zcash, Ethereum and many more.
So, can i get some for nothing?
Painting Your Workshop Floor
Our workshop floor was tired, almost paintless, had ground in dirt, oil (Cue Barry Scott) and a generally not much going for it. The whole floor had varying levels of paint left on it, some bits had been filled and left smooth in its time, some bits not so smooth. Having never painted a workshop floor, here be a show of how it went and what we did! This is by no means definitive, but its how it went…
Motor Trade Gold {episode 1}
Gold
(Gold)
Always believe in your soul… well thats how the song goes.
I think this is more of stress reliever to me, to show the world that we have to deal with people that just dont understand cars sometimes and even manufactures struggle to get things right. Screenshotted for your leisurely viewing.
Food Delivered, In A Box?
When my better, cleverer half said that we are getting a ‘Gousto’ box, quite frankly I had no idea what she was talking about. Heres a Gousto review.
Fast forward a little and I was fully aware that we was getting food, in a box, delivered to our house. Set meals, ready to cook. My initial thought was…
BMW Online Digital Service Book & iDrive Service History – Why, How, What
What is BMW digital service book? What is BMW iDrive service history? How does it work? How do i update BMW digital service book? Digital service history for cars has superseded traditional books, although there are a few manufactures hanging on, I cannot see it being long before all are digital. Due to block exemption…
Project Cars, What To Consider Before Starting
Having had various ‘project’ cars through the years, I cannot think of a time that I can remember of one that I have ‘finished’ (below included as ‘its in progress’). The Fiesta Duratec Turbo is one that i would consider 60% finished, it has been a gruelling 6 years from buying it, starting its life…
How To Map reverse on CDJs To Traktor Pro 3
CDJ’s have long had the feature of reverse play, however it is only possible (until now) to use it when playing with the unit standalone, not through 3rd party software such as Traktor. Native-Instruments released Traktor Pro 3 in October 2018 and now Traktor has the ability to ‘reverse play’. When using CDJ900 / CDJ2000…
Hello world!
Hello world. First post. The Jam Journal – nothing to do with ‘jam’ as in jam on toast. Just Dj chat, automotive chat and more. Views: 1
Fiesta MK3 2.3 Duratec Turbo – Inlet Manifold Issue – Gasket area to shallow
Note – This is a backdated post copied from www.fiestamk3parts.com Some gaskets arrived today for my inlet manifold and made me aware of a problem that I’ve not noticed until now: First picture shows the EGR port: Which, with the seal in, sits pretty hunky dory: Next picture shows one of the intake ports and…
Fiesta MK3 2.3 Duratec Turbo – Bodywork started
Note – This is a backdated post copied from www.fiestamk3parts.com Not much of an update but the bodywork has started! Doesn’t look to shabby but some tidying up to be done. Wings and drivers door are scrap, thankfully the passenger door is good. The guys have reworked the front crossmember oil filter housing cut out. And…
Fiesta MK3 2.3 Duratec Turbo – Salvage of some bits from a Mk4 Fiesta
Note – This is a backdated post copied from www.fiestamk3parts.com Had a little salvage from a Mk4 Fiesta my GF kindly donated too me!: Underlay, carpet, bulkhead sound deadening taken (handy as the floorpan is the same!) Part of the floor pan incorporates a section that goes from side too side of the car, the…
Fiesta MK3 2.3 Duratec Turbo – Further Stripping, Rust
Note – This is a backdated post copied from www.fiestamk3parts.com Finally (after being let down 3 times by different people) got the car trailered to my work today to start getting bodywork done. As im doing all of the stripping and possibly some basic prep, I got too work. As expected found rust under the…
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