Benzworld.org - Mercedes-Benz Discussion Forum - W251 R-Class http://www.benzworld.org/forums 2006-Present R350, R500, R63 AMG en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:30:44 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Benzworld.org - Mercedes-Benz Discussion Forum - W251 R-Class http://www.benzworld.org/forums Accident - repair advise please http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1483928-accident-repair-advise-please.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:35:30 GMT Guys, I have met with accident and the photo shows the damage. The tail gate (hatch back) is dented as shown. Also the bumper has scratches. The... Guys,

I have met with accident and the photo shows the damage.

The tail gate (hatch back) is dented as shown. Also the bumper has scratches. The door opens/closes without any problems and all electronis work fine it looks like.

Any suggestions on how to get this thing repaired properly. Is it better to go to delar only for repairs or any other body shop can do it? Does insurance skimp on repair costs. I know MERCEDES costs a lot even to repair small items.

Is it just a dent remove and repair or whole door need to be replaced? I am worried about the alignment after the repairs an the door is notorious for this although I have no problems so far.

Thans all.
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]]> W251 R-Class boochi101 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1483928-accident-repair-advise-please.html TSB http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1483810-tsb.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:26:23 GMT What does all this mean in the TSB listing if there is a TSB or SB listing? Are these a recall ? Really unclear about this. Thanks What does all this mean in the TSB listing if there is a TSB or SB listing?
Are these a recall ?
Really unclear about this.
Thanks ]]> W251 R-Class krmp http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1483810-tsb.html Look for a extended Warranty on 2006 R350 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1483154-look-extended-warranty-2006-r350.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:49:36 GMT I have tried to contact several companies and it seems none of them come close to the hrly rate of 120.. which is what the dealer in north New Jersey... I have tried to contact several companies and it seems none of them come close to the hrly rate of 120.. which is what the dealer in north New Jersey gets for labor. Does anyone know any companies that have a 50 or 100 deductible that covers the hrly rate and Mercedes deals with?

The company below I have tried several times to get in touch with :

Michael Case
Harold Zeigler Automotive Group

Phone: (888) 324-3464
Fax: (630) 566-4197
info@chryslerfactoryplans.com
CHRYSLER SERVICE CONTRACTS: Extended Warranties from Chrysler. SAVE 60%! Quick Quotes. Buy Online.


Needless to say I have yet to get a call back and if this is hard to get in touch with them to get a warranty..what happens when the car is at the dealership and trying to get repaired you wait until ? So anyone have company names and if they had good experiences with them shoot the names to me. I would love to know people from my area ny/nj/ct cause that would be most helpful ]]> W251 R-Class clb0099 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1483154-look-extended-warranty-2006-r350.html replace side mirror glass in 07 R350 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1482338-replace-side-mirror-glass-07-r350.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:02:26 GMT Wife broke side mirror glass. I ordered a replacement that fits the plastic backing but can't seem to get the thing to snap back in. Anyone know a trick to this? ]]> W251 R-Class JVaught http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1482338-replace-side-mirror-glass-07-r350.html Looking at buying a 2007 R350 and I am trying to understand all the options http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1482270-looking-buying-2007-r350-i-am.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:23:57 GMT I ran the VIN to the 2007 R350 (30,XXXmi) asking 28,XXX for it. I dont know a whole lot about the options, but there are alot of unkown and the rest... I ran the VIN to the 2007 R350 (30,XXXmi) asking 28,XXX for it. I dont know a whole lot about the options, but there are alot of unkown and the rest all seem prett basic to me. Any thoughts??

VIN 4JGCB65E17A055801
Model R 350 4MATIC
Chassis 2511651A055801
Engine 272967 30 576100
Transmission 722906 01 074668
Order 0 7 704 17253
Delivery date 20.02.07
Dealer United States (USA) (704)
Interior tex-leather saffron (144)
Paint
544 Unknown code
Options
140A Unknown code
144A Unknown code
212B Unknown code
221B Unknown code
232 Unknown code
280 steering wheel (400 mm dia.) and gearshift lever in leather trim; on W202 390 mm dia. (с 01.05.1984)

284B Unknown code
293 trunk set, 3-piece
sidebag in rear left and right (с 01.01.1995)

301 storage box in the rear (с 01.05.1988)

359 Unknown code
389 Unknown code
413 Unknown code
427 Unknown code
438 automatic (self-reeling) safety belts front left and right
safety belts, front, rear and central
elimination of rear safety belts

461 instrument with mileage reading and english lettering (с 01.04.1990)

470 Unknown code
494 California version
version for USA/California/Canada (с 01.01.1996)

519 Becker radio Mexico Grand Prix, electronic (USA)

524 paintcoat preservation (с 01.01.1964)

530 integrated antenna and front loudspeaker (с 01.10.1995)

536 Unknown code
544U Unknown code
551 anti-theft/anti-break-in warning system with anti-towing system (с 01.04.1998)

560 Unknown code
575 front folding armrest and right front seat with seat height adjustment
front folding armrest and headrest, left (с 01.04.1970)

580 air conditioner/Tempmatic (с 01.11.1982)

636 elimination of warning triangle (с 01.03.1973)

666 10-hole light alloy wheels with wide tires (с 01.06.1997)

669 spare wheel (с 01.06.1995)
spare wheel (R170)

673 high-capacity battery (с 01.01.1964)

705L Unknown code
763 Unknown code
7XXL Unknown code
807 Change of year of model, last figure shows new model year

810 loudspeaker, sound package
sound package (bose) (с 01.12.1986)

840 elimination of all-wheel drive 4 x 2 (for cross-country vehicles only)
dark tinted glass (с 01.10.1994)

848 elec. side windows (с 01.10.1994)

872 electric seat heater for rear seat bench, left and right (с 01.10.1972)

873 seat heater for left and right front seats (с 01.02.1984)

890 Unknown code
900 Unknown code
989 identification label under windshield (с 01.10.1997)

H04 Unknown code
K12 Unknown code
K14 Unknown code
M35 displacement 3.5 liter (с 20.12.1995)

R02 light alloy wheel
light alloy rims ats
light alloy rims, 6", with enlarged track and fenders (с 1978)

R44 Unknown code
U12 floor mats, velours (с 09.05.1996)

V34 grab handle and instrument panel padded (с 1978) ]]> W251 R-Class bcroach78 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1482270-looking-buying-2007-r350-i-am.html Knocking Noise in Rear http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1482262-knocking-noise-rear.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:33:15 GMT i took the R in for service for a 2nd time for a knocking noise in the rear suspension when going up a driveway and the dealership said it's a normal for R. they said they tested about 3 Rs and all of them have duplicated the knocking noise.
they already changed some rear suspension components under warranty the first time i complained about this, but the knocking is still there. the feeling is like something back there is popping out of place and it only occurs going up a driveway in an angle, not straight up.
does your R make this noise? i don't think it's normal at all. ]]> W251 R-Class RedSER13 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1482262-knocking-noise-rear.html Owners manuals in PDF http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481796-owners-manuals-pdf.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:42:09 GMT Look here; Mercedes-Benz - Home of C, E, S, CLK, CLS, CL, SLK, SL, SLR, R, GLK, M, GL, G Class... Look here;

Mercedes-Benz - Home of C, E, S, CLK, CLS, CL, SLK, SL, SLR, R, GLK, M, GL, G Class ]]> W251 R-Class eric242340 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481796-owners-manuals-pdf.html Heated Steering Wheel http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481571-heated-steering-wheel.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:19:58 GMT It just popped to my attention that the complete SDS report shows the HSW (heated steering wheel) module responding. My 2006 R350 does not have this... It just popped to my attention that the complete SDS report shows the HSW (heated steering wheel) module responding. My 2006 R350 does not have this option installed (I don't think it was available at all in 2006). See the attachment. However, I suspect that the HS module (just above in the printout) controls both HS and HSW, explaining why it responds. The part number, sw and hw numbers are the same.

I wonder how many parts are missing to retrofit HSW. I'll dig into this next time I get a one day subscription to StarTek. But with all the dangling connectors I found all over my R, it is likely pre-wired. If the HS controller does the job, then the expensive controller is present. There would only be the switch missing (steering wheel adjustment lever), the resistor pack, and the steering wheel itself. The steering wheel might be expensive, but this could be cool if they all come with the heating wire inside...

My E has this option and it is awesome.
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File Type: pdf R350 SDS1.pdf (78.2 KB)
]]> W251 R-Class lippens http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481571-heated-steering-wheel.html WAXing a R!!! http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481276-waxing-r.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:49:35 GMT Does any one attempt to wax the R class? It is intimidating due to the amount of surface to work with but luckily since the top is mostly glass that... Does any one attempt to wax the R class? It is intimidating due to the amount of surface to work with but luckily since the top is mostly glass that gives some concession.

Mine is a iridium silver metallic 2006 R500. The color is good so far but I think little shiny will look better. What is the best wax for this color?

TIA ]]> W251 R-Class boochi101 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481276-waxing-r.html R road handling vs lowering and tire size http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481165-r-road-handling-vs-lowering-tire.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:38:47 GMT My 2006 R350 has no airmatic (I elected it out when I purchased for long term reliablity reasons) and 17 inches mini wheels. Despite the fact that... My 2006 R350 has no airmatic (I elected it out when I purchased for long term reliablity reasons) and 17 inches mini wheels. Despite the fact that the R is very comfortable, it has 2 road handling major annoyances. Cornering and bumping.

I generally find that I cannot exceed 40km/hr (25mph) in a curved highway access ramp, or else I feel that the R will tilt over. Also, when driving over a speed bump, I feel that the rear end jumps 2 feet up in the air, even when driving slowly. I generally find that the car does this on other bumps as well.

There are many threads about lowering the suspension, and increasing the tire size. My question is whether any or both of these mods are improving these two handling problems.

I made a road trip with the car fully loaded this summer and the handling was much improved. I'd like to avoid pooring concrete in the spare tire area to enhance the road handling. ]]> W251 R-Class lippens http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481165-r-road-handling-vs-lowering-tire.html Navigation help http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481106-navigation-help.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:07:55 GMT OK i bought a mercedes r-class with dual dvd players and tvs in the headrests. It also came with the command radio but no navigation drive. So my... OK i bought a mercedes r-class with dual dvd players and tvs in the headrests. It also came with the command radio but no navigation drive. So my question is what do i need to add the navigation. Can some please list the part numbers and also what i need . ]]> W251 R-Class clb0099 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1481106-navigation-help.html Steering Rack Upgrade? http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480748-steering-rack-upgrade.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:31:16 GMT Have you guys notices the steering (ratio) on the R is like driving a truck? I am wondering if there is something I can do about, like changing it... Have you guys notices the steering (ratio) on the R is like driving a truck? I am wondering if there is something I can do about, like changing it w/ a different rack for better ratio. ]]> W251 R-Class samnt650 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480748-steering-rack-upgrade.html Windshield fogging in hot temperature and A/C on http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480727-windshield-fogging-hot-temperature-c.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:47:14 GMT I'm ironing out my R flaws before the basic warranty expires in 2 months...

Last summer, I noticed that there was a bad smell when the A/C was switched ON. I never complained about it but I read a DTB which states that if a customer complains about it, they make an antisceptic treatment of the evaporator under warranty. I will complain!

The other A/C issue that I noticed was that 2 clear fogging bars appeared right on top of the defrost vents on the windshield. I deducted that the cold A/C air was making the windshield so cold that the outside humidity was condensing. It was bad enough for me to have to run the wipers every minute or so.

I can't test this anymore, winter is coming. So all southern peers, can you please let me know if you regularly experience this, and if this is a normal behavior of the R. Or do you know if this is related to a known problem. ]]> W251 R-Class lippens http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480727-windshield-fogging-hot-temperature-c.html <![CDATA[I'm beginning to wonder]]> http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480607-im-beginning-wonder.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:32:30 GMT Ok, so now the passenger side power folding mirror is screwed up. I inspected it and it would seem that the limits of the little gear are out of... Ok, so now the passenger side power folding mirror is screwed up. I inspected it and it would seem that the limits of the little gear are out of range and the blasted thing doesn't work. I've changed the programming to not fold in upon locking now but this is getting a bit stupid for a car only 6 or so months old.

Sure there is a warranty but not having the car for 3 days while they sort it out is a bit silly.

Sorry, rant off now. ]]> W251 R-Class Wyatt_Earp http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480607-im-beginning-wonder.html Paddle Shifter Upgrade http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480508-paddle-shifter-upgrade.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:33:31 GMT I hate the 06~08 button paddle shifter, and would like to know if the 09+ paddle shifter can be retrofit into the "older" R/ML model? I know the paddle shifter button can easily removed and the wire connections to the button is behind the airbag. What I dont know is the newer paddle uses the same "foot print" as the old. Would somoene have access to MB part catelog shine some light to this matter? ]]> W251 R-Class samnt650 http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w251-r-class/1480508-paddle-shifter-upgrade.html