Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 C350 are official communications between Mercedes-Benz & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems.
All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
XENTRY: STEERING LEAKY AT INTERNAL OIL LINES. CONNECTOR OF INTERNAL OIL LINE OR SEALING WASHERS/O-RINGS DAMAGED. NOT NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE STEERING SYSTEM. REMOVE STEERING; REPLACE BOTH INTERNAL OIL LINES; INSTALL STEERING. Read More »
MERCEDES: THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON THE SBC HYDRAULIC UNIT FOR MODELS 211, MODEL 219 AND MODELS 230 WAS EXTENDED FROM THE ORIGINAL 4 YEARS/50,000 MILES TO 10 YEARS WITH NO MILEAGE LIMITATION. Read More »
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit Read More »
MERCEDES: THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON THE SBC HYDRAULIC UNIT FOR MODELS 211, MODEL 219 AND MODELS 230 WAS EXTENDED FROM THE ORIGINAL 4 YEARS/50,000 MILES TO 10 YEARS WITH NO MILEAGE LIMITATION. Read More »
MERCEDES: THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON THE SBC HYDRAULIC UNIT FOR MODELS 211, MODEL 219 AND MODELS 230 WAS EXTENDED FROM THE ORIGINAL 4 YEARS/50,000 MILES TO 10 YEARS WITH NO MILEAGE LIMITATION. Read More »
MERCEDES VEHICLE: THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) RETURN FLOW PUMP RUNNING WITHOUT CONTROL WITH CORRESPONDING FAULT CODE C1401, CLEAN AND INSULATED THE CONNECTOR FOR THE RETURN FLOW PUMP RELAY. MODELS 202 AND 208. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. Read More »
MERCEDES VEHICLE: THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) RETURN FLOW PUMP RUNNING WITHOUT CONTROL WITH CORRESPONDING FAULT CODE C1401, CLEAN AND INSULATED THE CONNECTOR FOR THE RETURN FLOW PUMP RELAY. MODELS 202 AND 208. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. Read More »
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON / FAULT CODES FC1200 / FC1208 STORED IN ME-SFI CONTROL UNIT. MERCEDES-BENZ MODEL C230, C280, C350, SLK280, SLK350, CLK350, CLK550, E350, E550, CLS550, S600, AND SL550. EQUIPPED WITH M272 ENGINE OR M273 ENGINE. Read More »
MERCEDES: REPLACE V BELT UPPER GUIDE PULLEY. THE V BELT UPPER GUIDE PULLEY OPTIMIZED FOR NOISE REDUCTION IS AVAILABLE. THE DEALER WILL REPLACE UPPER GUIDE PULLEY AT THE NEXT WORKSHOP VISIT. Read More »
MERCEDES (XENTRY): ENGINE MAKES NOISE, TICKING/CRACKLING AT IDLE SPEEDS UP TO APPROX. 1500 RPM. RUN IN EFFECT OF 1ST CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING. MODELS 211, 219, 164, 251, 203, 204, 209, 221, 461 AND 463. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Combination message: "Clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - Bosch) or P226997 (water level message - Delphi) or 171600 (filter load - Bosch) is stored in the engine control unit. Read More »
MERCEDES: REPLACING THE LONGITUDINAL MEMBER (LEFT AND RIGHT) BELOW THE MAIN FLOOR PANEL ON ALL MY 204 UP TO 12/31/07. (C300, C350, C300 4-MATIC, C63 AME). *PE Read More »
MERCEDES: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL FILL LEVEL. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A FAULT IN THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FUNCTION CHAIN: HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRICAL LINES AND THEIR CONNECTIONS, REAR SAM OR ... Read More »
MERCEDES: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL FILL LEVEL. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A FAULT IN THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FUNCTION CHAIN: HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRICAL LINES AND THEIR CONNECTIONS, REAR SAM OR ... Read More »
MERCEDES: REPLACING THE LONGITUDINAL MEMBER (LEFT AND RIGHT) BELOW THE MAIN FLOOR PANEL ON ALL MY 204 UP TO 12/31/07. (C300, C350, C300 4-MATIC, C63 AME). *PE Read More »
MERCEDES: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL FILL LEVEL. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A FAULT IN THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FUNCTION CHAIN: HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRICAL LINES AND THEIR CONNECTIONS, REAR SAM OR ... Read More »
MERCEDES: THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT MATCH THE ACTUAL FILL LEVEL. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A FAULT IN THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FUNCTION CHAIN: HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRICAL LINES AND THEIR CONNECTIONS, REAR SAM OR ... Read More »
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). Heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa) Read More »
MERCEDES: VEHICLE JERKS DURING GEARCHANGE, HARD 1-2 AND 2-3 SHIFTS, TORQUE CONVERTER LOCKUP CLUTCH NOT ENGAGEABLE. MODELS 212, 216, 218, 221, 251, AND 164. MODEL YEARS NOT GIVEN. *KB UPDATED 10/11/12. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
MERCEDES: REPLACE TRANSFER CASE ON AFFECTED VEHICLES OPTIMIZED TRANSFER CASES WILL REDUCE VIBRATIONS WHEN CORNERING OR WHEN PARKING. MODELS 203, 211, 220. *PE Read More »
The presence of a quiescent current can have several causes. These are not always recognized and lead to an increased number of OK components being removed. Read More »
The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30). Read More »
Malfunctions of various control units and/or on-board power supply problems caused by water in the control unit tray under the driver/front passenger seat (dislocated, pinched or leaking condensation ... Read More »
DAIMLER/XENTRY: FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR AND RADIO FREQUENCY CENTRAL LOCKING INOPERATIVE, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPORTS TURN SIGNALS INOPERATIVE, DIAGNOSIS OF REAR SAM NOT POSSIBLE. CONTROL MODULES. MODELS C CLASS, MODEL SERIES 204. Read More »
DAIMLER/XENTRY: FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR AND RADIO FREQUENCY CENTRAL LOCKING INOPERATIVE, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPORTS TURN SIGNALS INOPERATIVE, DIAGNOSIS OF REAR SAM NOT POSSIBLE. CONTROL MODULES. MODELS C CLASS, MODEL SERIES 204. Read More »
DAIMLER/XENTRY: FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR AND RADIO FREQUENCY CENTRAL LOCKING INOPERATIVE, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPORTS TURN SIGNALS INOPERATIVE, DIAGNOSIS OF REAR SAM NOT POSSIBLE. CONTROL MODULES. MODELS C CLASS, MODEL SERIES 204. Read More »
MERCEDES: CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID MAY LEAK OIL DUE TO SETTLING PROPERTIES OF SEAL AND THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS WILL BE RETROFITTED WITH FOUR ADAPTER HARNESSES AS A PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE. Read More »
MERCEDES BENZ SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SOFTWARE CALIBRATION NUMBER (SCN) CODING; ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. Read More »
XENTRY: EXTERIOR LIGHTS CONSTANTLY ON. POSSIBLE COMPONENTS: LOW BEAMS; FRONT FOG LAMP; HIGH BEAMS; WASHER FLUID PUMP AND THE HEADLAMP CLEANING SYSTEM ARE ALSO POTENTIALLY AFFECTED. HARDWARE FAULT IN DRIVER SIDE SAM. MODEL 204. Read More »
XENTRY: EXTERIOR LIGHTS CONSTANTLY ON. POSSIBLE COMPONENTS: LOW BEAMS; FRONT FOG LAMP; HIGH BEAMS; WASHER FLUID PUMP AND THE HEADLAMP CLEANING SYSTEM ARE ALSO POTENTIALLY AFFECTED. HARDWARE FAULT IN DRIVER SIDE SAM. MODEL 204. Read More »
MERCEDES: AIRBAG DURABILITY AND RELIABILITY. AIR BAG SRS CONTROL MODULE (N2/2) DOES NOT HAVE A SET SHELF LIFE AND WILL NORMALLY BE RELIABLE FOR THE LIFE OF A VEHICLE. Read More »
MERCEDES: AIRBAG DURABILITY AND RELIABILITY. AIR BAG SRS CONTROL MODULE (N2/2) DOES NOT HAVE A SET SHELF LIFE AND WILL NORMALLY BE RELIABLE FOR THE LIFE OF A VEHICLE. Read More »
MERCEDES: FAULT MESSAGE IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (PRE-SAFE INACTIVE) AND FAULT CODE 530630 IS CURRENT AND STORED IN THE REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR CONTROL UNIT. Read More »
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to ... Read More »
Noise complaints when load on backrest frame changes. Affects the driver and front passenger seats. Also perform the remedial action if you are performing work on: - backrest frame - backrest cover or - guide rail of head restraint. Read More »
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to ... Read More »
MERCEDES: THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR INOPERATIVE AND THERE IS A CORRESPONDING STORED FAULT CODE OF 5581 (FRONT OR REAR SENSOR LOCALIZATION FAILED), THIS IS BECAUSE THE DIFFERENCE IN THE SIGNAL STRENGTH ... Read More »
ALL MODEL 171, 203 AND 209 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SALES CODE 477 - TIRE LOSS WARNING SYSTEM (INDIRECT ESP BASED) WITH RUN FLAT TIRES. [TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING INACTIVE] DISPLAYED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. MODEL YEAR 2005-2007. Read More »
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. Read More »
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit Read More »
This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the ... Read More »
