[MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic Navigation System

2013-03-02 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi, It's me again with the new toy. My 2004 E320 does not have a Navigation System so I am considering installing one. I did research and some people say it's as simple as buying a DVD reader and mounting it in he trunk because all the cars are NAV ready. Any opinions on this endeavor.

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic Navigation System

2013-03-02 Thread Robert Koziak
some reasons why you should use the factory system: On Sat, Mar 2, 2013 at 9:24 AM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Hi, It's me again with the new toy. My 2004 E320 does not have a Navigation System so I am considering installing one. I did research and some people say it's

[MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic Driver's Sise Headlight Assembly Replacement

2013-03-09 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, It's one project after anotherstill working in gathering parts to install a navigation system.My driver's side headlight assembly has a slight crack and I was considering getting a replacement. I have Haynes manuals for my two other Mercedes (1983 300D 1990 300E)

[MBZ] Spare Key for 2004 Mercedes E320

2013-03-27 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi, I am looking to get a spare key for my 2004 E320 4matic. I called a local Mercedes dealer and they I would have to present my driver's license, registration and pay in advance ($270!!!). When the key arrived I would have to pick it up with the vehicle before they would release the

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic Navigation System

2013-04-09 Thread Robert Koziak
thing you can mess up is mixing up in and out. If the light isn't able to travel around the ring completely, nothing works: You just see a MB star on the head unit, then it shuts down. Jaime On Sat, Mar 2, 2013 at 11:53 AM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Jaime...that's really

[MBZ] 2004 MB E 320 4matic visit to Dealership Service Clinic......found bad Front Axles / Springs...........$5, 308.80 to fix!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2013-04-20 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi Guys, I Took my 2004 E320 4matic (77K) to a local dealership that was having a Service Clinic for MBCA members in Westchester, New York. They found two issues: - Left Rear Spring was cracked the mechanic said he could see the car was leaning left and the crack was in the

Re: [MBZ] Many Thanks!!!!!!!....... 2004 MB E 320 4matic visit to Dealership Service Clinic.

2013-04-21 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, I just wanted to take a minute to thank the list for the help on this topic and other issues I had over the past few months! This is an invaluable resource that has gotten me out of binds and saved me money! Enough of the that..gear up for my next question! Sincerely,

[MBZ] 2004 MB E320 4matic parts diagram / parts book

2013-04-28 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi, I am having difficulty finding a service manual or parts book for my 2004 E320 4matic. I am trying to locate a part number for a clamp that is on the top front of the engine and holds the upper radiator hose in place. It was apparently plastic and snapped into the aluminum housing

[MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-06-09 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi All, We had heavy rain a few days ago. I parked my 2004 E320 4matic in my driveway (Hill slops downward). Went to get something out of the glove box and noticed the front passenger carpet was soaked. I pulled back the rug and spent a couple of hours soaking up water from the carpet

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-06-10 Thread Robert Koziak
Would I be able to visibly see where the windshield is leaking? We are expecting some severe thunderstorms today so I planned on checking the car then. I purchased the car from an estate sale and it was sitting outside for several months. I gave the car a good cleaning and there was

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-12 Thread Robert Koziak
During a recent storm I tracked the leak to the inside of a panel on the passenger's side of the dash console. The panel is visible when you open up the passenger's front door. As pointed out this still does not indicate if the leak is coming from the windshield gasket, roof drains etc.

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-12 Thread Robert Koziak
4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue Has the battery been disconnected? It may be like the feature where the auto close function has to be reset if there is a loss of power. Dan On Jun 12, 2013, at 12:55 PM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote

[MBZ] UPDATE: 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-14 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, UPDATE: With your help and instructions I was able to reset the sunroof switch settingsit has been working correctly for two days now. It was suggested that the leak might be from the windshield seals so I decided to seal the sunroof with plastic and wait for the

Re: [MBZ] UPDATE: 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-14 Thread Robert Koziak
Jim, I neglected to mention two facts, one I parked the car in the exact same location in my driveway which is facing in on a fairly steep downward incline. Secondly, the leak was definitely less after my friend cleaned out the drains. He said he had the sunroof off to check the drains

[MBZ] Fwd: UPDATE: Partial Success - 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-14 Thread Robert Koziak
Jim, You are right! The leak is somewhere from the right front drain hole in the sunroof to where the windshield pillar meets the top of the console. I poured a pint of water into the drain hole, almost immediately it drained from the bottom of the wheel wheel. But in

[MBZ] UPDATE: Partial Success - 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-14 Thread Robert Koziak
Jim, You are right! The leak is somewhere from the right front drain hole in the sunroof to where the windshield pillar meets the top of the console. I poured a pint of water into the drain hole, almost immediately it drained from the bottom of the wheel wheel. But in addition

Re: [MBZ] UPDATE: 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-14 Thread Robert Koziak
Jim, You are right! The leak is somewhere from the right front drain hole in the sunroof to where the windshield pillar meets the top of the console. I poured a pint of water into the drain hole, almost immediately it drained from the bottom of the wheel wheel. But in addition it

Re: [MBZ] UPDATE: Partial Success - 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain-ADDED Sunroof Issue

2013-06-16 Thread Robert Koziak
Jim, You are right! The leak is somewhere from the right front drain hole in the sunroof to where the windshield pillar meets the top of the console. I poured a pint of water into the drain hole, almost immediately it drained from the bottom of the wheel wheel. But in

[MBZ] Fwd: 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-06-18 Thread Robert Koziak
on the sunroof itself. Any diagrams or part numbers? Hopefully this will fix the problem. Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jun 9, 2013 9:54 pm Subject: 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-06-20 Thread Robert Koziak
19:34:37 -0400 (EDT) From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Fwd: 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side afterHeavy Rain Message-ID: 8d03a93881ccbea-13dc-22...@webmail-m285.sysops.aol.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii

[MBZ] 1990 MB 300E Transmission Problem etc.

2013-10-13 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, I recently started using my 1990 Mercedes Benz 300E w/89K. I purchased it 7 years ago because it was in mint shape and was a good deal. The car had basically been in storage for the last 7 years. I used it for an average 100 miles per year bring it in and out of the garage a

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E Transmission Problem etc.

2013-10-13 Thread Robert Koziak
you a transmission and probably ought to be avoided. did you make captain yet? On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 8:49 AM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Hi all, I recently started using my 1990 Mercedes Benz 300E w/89K. I purchased it 7 years ago because it was in mint shape

[MBZ] ADDED: 1990 MB 300E Transmission Problem etc.

2013-10-18 Thread Robert Koziak
again the idle pulsates very high to very low rpms (1200 to 400) before it settles within a minute to the normal 600 rpms. Hopefully someone recognizes that symptom!!! Thanks Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun

[MBZ] 1990 MB 300E Hesitation During Accelerating

2013-11-18 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, I am still having issues with my 1990 300E (89K) that I recently started driving after 7 years of storage. I thought it had a transmission issue but a reputable mechanic took it for a test drive and said the transmission is fine and it's an engine fuel issue. When I

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E Hesitation During Accelerating

2013-11-18 Thread Robert Koziak
Accelerating Fuel distributor may be sticky. Wild guess. Dan On Nov 18, 2013, at 7:31 PM, Robert Koziak wrote: Hi all, I am still having issues with my 1990 300E (89K) that I recently started driving after 7 years of storage. I thought it had a transmission issue but a reputable

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E Hesitation During Accelerating

2013-11-19 Thread Robert Koziak
Thanks for the suggestions...I will try them out and report back. -Original Message- From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, Nov 18, 2013 10:38 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E Hesitation During Accelerating Check

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E Hesitation During Accelerating: Update

2013-11-21 Thread Robert Koziak
New York (10532). A friend is helping me work on the car but it might be time to find an old school Mercedes mechanic familiar with these quirky old cars. Thanks in advance. Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent

[MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-11 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi Guys, I still have an issue with rough idle and hesitation during acceleration on my 1990 300E w/90K that I haven't been able to fix. So far I replaced the fuel filter, fuel pumps, oxygen sensor, coolant temperature sensor,and EHA valve...problem still there! My latest part

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
On 12/01/14 13:49, Robert Koziak wrote: Hi Guys, I still have an issue with rough idle and hesitation during acceleration on my 1990 300E w/90K that I haven't been able to fix. So far I replaced the fuel filter, fuel pumps, oxygen sensor, coolant temperature sensor,and EHA valve

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
11:41 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help! i'm not sure throwing parts at it is ever the answer, as you are learning at great cost and frustration On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 10:19 PM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Hi Guys, I

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
I spend days checking every vacuum line I could find and used several cans of starting fluid...no luck. -Original Message- From: Gary Hurst jabbahur...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 12, 2014 11:56 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E -

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
Mitch, The car will not start now but I will try that adjustmentgood idea. -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 12, 2014 11:53 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor -

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
Thanks -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 12, 2014 12:09 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help! Robert Koziak wrote: Mitch, The car

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
Thanks for the great feedback! I have quite a it to work with. I will keep the group informed -Original Message- From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 12, 2014 12:20 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
Since changing the fuel distributor is really not difficult I decided to put the old one back on and see what happens. It started up pretty quick and ran rough with excessive white smoke. I assume that's the excess fuel in the system burning off. Have a party to attend so can't wait for it

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
, at 5:11 PM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Since changing the fuel distributor is really not difficult I decided to put the old one back on and see what happens. It started up pretty quick and ran rough with excessive white smoke. I assume that's the excess fuel in the system burning

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running Rough...help!

2014-01-12 Thread Robert Koziak
reply was: They do not make those little filters anymore. You car will run better with-out it. Does this make sense? If so I am wondering if I should put the new one back on and lean it out, as Mitch suggested in an earlier post. Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running Rough...help!

2014-01-13 Thread Robert Koziak
The Classic Center is a great resource. I called them today and they do not have the banjo fuel distributor filters. The quest continues. -Original Message- From: Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, Jan 13, 2014 8:53 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running Rough...help!

2014-01-14 Thread Robert Koziak
of a fire! Sincerely, Larry On 1/13/2014 9:01 PM, Robert Koziak wrote: The Classic Center is a great resource. I called them today and they do not have the banjo fuel distributor filters. The quest continues. -Original Message- From: Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net To: mercedes mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OM617 Glow Plug Replacement

2012-03-12 Thread Robert Koziak
Rick, A few weeks ago I replaced the glow plugs on my 1983 300D. Removing the injector lines first made it a real easy job. I used a special socket designed to remove the injector lines and that sped up the job. I saw no down side. ob -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble

[MBZ] 1983 300D - Help to Identify a part

2012-04-30 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, I was doing an oil change on my 1983 Mercedes Benz 300D (185k ) today and noticed an engine vacuum hose was broken. I traced it back to what looks like a sensor right near where the upper radiator hose connects to the engine. The other end connects to a box with a few

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

2014-03-09 Thread Robert Koziak
the car to a mechanic considering the smoke issue? There is a liquid soming out of the exhaust too which appears to be a combination of water and fuel. Thanks, Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 12, 2014 6:11

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

2014-03-09 Thread Robert Koziak
No very clear no change in level. The original owner had records that the headgasket was changed at 73K by Mercedes, not to say it couldn't happen again. Thanks for the input! -Original Message- From: Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Running rough, hesitation...head gasket??

2014-03-10 Thread Robert Koziak
in the way. I prefer to drop off the manifolds from the head, as that makes pulling the head off easier, some prefer to leave the manifolds on, works either way. Hendrik who had oil in the coolant On 10/03/14 07:45, Robert Koziak wrote: I parked the car away in the garage for the winter since

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Running rough, hesitation...head gasket??

2014-03-10 Thread Robert Koziak
numbers? have you made any effort to figure out where the coolant is escaping from? On Mon, Mar 10, 2014 at 8:45 AM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: After a few suggestions to look at the head gasket possibility again, I did. The oil is very clean but the coolant reservoir

[MBZ] Oil Dip Stick Question 2004 E320 4matic

2014-04-22 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi All, I know that 2004 E320 4matic doesn't come with an oil dip stick but I read that one could be purchased so I researched and bought one that was supposed to work. I chose one made by a company named Kommen - Model #KM808-M. I changed the oil a few days ago and completely drained

Re: [MBZ] Oil Dip Stick Question 2004 E320 4matic

2014-04-22 Thread Robert Koziak
check the oil? Straight after running it? If so there will be oil all over the engine that needs to drain back. Hendrik whose cars have always come with a dipstick On 23/04/14 09:21, Robert Koziak wrote: Hi All, I know that 2004 E320 4matic doesn't come with an oil dip stick but I read

Re: [MBZ] Oil Dip Stick Question 2004 E320 4matic

2014-04-22 Thread Robert Koziak
Dip Stick Question 2004 E320 4matic Robert Koziak wrote: Hi All, I know that 2004 E320 4matic doesn't come with an oil dip stick but I read that one could be purchased so I researched and bought one that was supposed to work. I chose one made by a company named Kommen - Model #KM808-M

[MBZ] 1990 Mercedes 300E Battery Question

2014-05-23 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, I am looking to purchase a Genuine Mercedes Benz battery for my 1990 300E. I did a search and there were 2 batteries listed one was 74 AMPS and one was 100 AMPS. I curretly have the smaller one but wanted to find out what is the difference. Also I would consider other batteries

Re: [MBZ] 1990 Mercedes 300E Battery Question

2014-05-23 Thread Robert Koziak
] 1990 Mercedes 300E Battery Question On Fri, 23 May 2014 06:16:36 -0400 (EDT) Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Hi all, I am looking to purchase a Genuine Mercedes Benz battery for my 1990 300E. I did a search and there were 2 batteries listed one was 74 AMPS and one was 100

[MBZ] 1983 300 MB R12 Capacity

2011-08-30 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi, Does anyone have the R12 capacity for my 1983 MB 300D? I have 3 12oz cans of R12 and hope that will be enough. Also the type and capacity of oil? Mineral? Thanks in advance! Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

[MBZ] 1983 MB 300D No Glow Plug Light

2011-10-28 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, My 1983 MB 300D (181K) has recently been a little difficult to start. This morning I went to start and the glow plug light lit briefy then went out and the car wouldn't start. I kept turning the key on and off and sometimes the light worked briefly and other times it would not

Re: [MBZ] 1983 MB 300D No Glow Plug Light

2011-10-29 Thread Robert Koziak
Light Unlikely all would go at once. I'd check the relay. See if you get any voltage at the plug. I've tried to repair bad relays but have yet to figure out how to do it right. -Dave Walton On Oct 28, 2011, at 9:25 PM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Hi all, My 1983 MB

Re: [MBZ] 1983 MB 300D No Glow Plug Light-Job Complete!

2011-11-06 Thread Robert Koziak
Thanks to all for the great advice! I had a voltage meter so I started by testing the glow plug resistence and found there was a problem with 4 out of 5. Then I changed the glow plugs using Bosch. By removing the hard fuel lines first this job, the access to the glow plugs was much easier.

Re: [MBZ] 124 strut boot followup 2

2011-11-07 Thread Robert Koziak
No photo came through for me. I would like to see it. Thanks, Bob -Original Message- From: Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, Nov 7, 2011 12:54 pm Subject: [MBZ] 124 strut boot followup 2 Attached photo shows the bilstein

Re: [MBZ] Steve and Glow Plugs

2011-12-21 Thread Robert Koziak
I agree with the glow plugs too! Last month I had the same issue with my 1983 300D. My plugs were less than 3 years old and I started to experience hard starts. I tested the glow plugs with a meter and 3 were bad. Changed the five with new Bosch glow plugs and it starts right up. Bob K

[MBZ] 1983 300D - Air Conditioner issue

2012-07-26 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi I was getting ready for a vacation trip tomorrow in my 1983 300D (185K) when suddenly my air conditioner stopped blowing cold air. The air conditioner has been making a short squeal noise for the past two weeks. The compressor clutch is turning and there is sufficient freon. Any

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300D - Air Conditioner issue

2012-07-26 Thread Robert Koziak
tension at least three times. Best two out of three readings is usually correct. I set all belts about 70 ft/lb. Gerry '83 300D and 240D From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com I was getting ready for a vacation trip tomorrow in my 1983 300D (185K) when suddenly my air conditioner stopped

Re: [MBZ] don't be stupid

2012-09-08 Thread Robert Koziak
Rick, I second that message! I should have sent that out last month when I adjusted my valves (1983 300D 188K) after putting it off way too long..50K. Car ran much better with much less smoke. Bob K -Original Message- From: Rick Hawkins Java macj...@aol.com To:

[MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior

2013-01-05 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi Guys, I am looking to purchase a 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic wagon with 97K. The asking price is $6,500 but I think I can get it for $5,000. Clean car fax no accidents. It was an estate car garaged kept according to the seller who worked for the wealthy owner. He said it was

Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior

2013-01-05 Thread Robert Koziak
pursuing and you may even have some leverage if something turns up (if you're still interested at that point.) I would never buy a used car without a PPI, with the exception of a list member in most cases Dan On Jan 5, 2013, at 4:46 PM, Robert Koziak wrote: Hi Guys, I am

Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior

2013-01-05 Thread Robert Koziak
ago. On Jan 5, 2013, at 3:46 PM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: I would appreciate any opinions Was there any major issues with that year and model car? Apparently if the climate control is COMAND, stay away. Stability control (I forgot the acronym) is a plus (there was a thread

Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior

2013-01-06 Thread Robert Koziak
Mitch, The present owner has no service records, but besides the door dings the car looks really clean and well maintained. It's originally from Greenwich Connecticut so I am hoping to call Mercedes Dealers in the area and see if they will release service records. I assume he used a

Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4matic Wagon

2013-01-06 Thread Robert Koziak
- CLEANING EQUIPMENT (Headlight Washers) 612 - HEADLAMPS XENON 873 - SEAT HEATER FOR LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEATS On 1/6/2013 10:42 AM, Robert Koziak wrote: The VIN WDBJH82F9XX023290 comes back with no ssues on a simple auto check search but it has no details. The feedback is appreciated

[MBZ] Opinion: 2004 Mercedes E320 4matic

2013-01-15 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi, I want to thank you guys for the feedback on the 1999 E320 4matic (90K) I was considering. I passed on the car after getting a mechanic to check it out. It needed the 4 tires I knew about plus all 4 brakes. The climate control screen was cracked and the zenon headlight was cracked

[MBZ] 2004 Mercedes Benz E320 4matic opinions

2013-02-09 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, I just purchased a 2004 E320 4matic silver with 76K ($11,000). It was from an estate sale and appears to be well taken care of by it's previous 91 year old owner (my mechanic checked it out too). I live just north of New York City in Westchester County and the 4matic got it's

[MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic standard equipment

2013-02-24 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi all, I appreciated the feedback on my new/used 2004 E320 4matic ! When I picked up the car and there was no jack or tools in the trunk, only a mini spare tire. It was an estate sale and it appeared the mini was used and the tools, jack etc were never put back. It would be greatly

[MBZ] 2004 Mercedes E320 4matic - How to reset malfunction code?

2013-02-24 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi, Yes I have been playing with my new toy all day today! I went to reset the day, date and time which was off by 7 years! I didn't realize that this would play havoc with the maintenance schedule on the computer. For the last 3 hours I have been trying to clear a malfunction message

Re: [MBZ] 2004 Mercedes E320 4matic - How to reset malfunction code?

2013-02-24 Thread Robert Koziak
? Wilton - Original Message - From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, February 24, 2013 5:33 PM Subject: [MBZ] 2004 Mercedes E320 4matic - How to reset malfunction code? Hi, Yes I have been playing with my new toy all day today! I went to reset

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-06-20 Thread Robert Koziak
, and the rear passenger corner keeps dislodging and no longer seals well (to the point that I slipped my PSE in a bag because I am tired of draining and drying it!) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 20, 2013, at 8:47, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-06 Thread Robert Koziak
be greatly appreciated! Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, Jun 18, 2013 7:34 pm Subject: Fwd: 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain Today we realized there is a gap in the sunroof gasket

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-06 Thread Robert Koziak
Why does this surprise you? You already proved that water poured into the drain channel gets where it's not supposed to. The sunroof seal is NOT waterproof! It cuts it down to drips at best. You have a drain problem, find and fix it. I am trying to narrow down to see if the seals are the

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-06 Thread Robert Koziak
troubleshooting required. As Jim said the seal doesn't seal the car, so yeah its normal to have water down the drains all the time. -Curt Date: Sat, 6 Jul 2013 11:27:46 -0400 (EDT) From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front

Re: [MBZ] Update 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-06 Thread Robert Koziak
mated to a small funnel, that'd allow the angle with no issue. I was also wondering how small the drain is, if its not too small maybe you could sleeve it with a hose like that... -Curt Date: Sat, 6 Jul 2013 13:27:27 -0400 (EDT) From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Update 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-06 Thread Robert Koziak
Message - From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, July 06, 2013 5:05 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Update 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain Hi guys, As Curt suggested I found a small rubber hose that I was able to snake

Re: [MBZ] Added!!!Update 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-10 Thread Robert Koziak
Hello again, I brought the car into an independent shop I use who took the headliner out and examined the area. He called me to say it is leaking from a seal which connects the sunroof frame to the vehicle. He went to a local Mercedes Benz dealer to purchase a seal and was told that the

Re: [MBZ] Added!!!Update 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-10 Thread Robert Koziak
I brought up the recall or defect question to Mercedes Benz of America. They assured me there was none but said if I chose to have Mercedes do the repair with a new frame, they could forward the my issue to a district manager for some possible financial consideration. I was hoping to find

Re: [MBZ] Added!!!Update 2004 E320 4matic - Water on Front Passenger's Side after Heavy Rain

2013-07-10 Thread Robert Koziak
Alex, According to Mercedes Benz of America this Bulletin aka Secret Recall was preformed on my car in 2007. The bulletin called for the removal of drain housing nozzles which could get clogged causing water to enter the interior of the car. Not convinced I pulled the front wheel well

[MBZ] Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!!

2013-08-10 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi Guys, My trusty 1983 Mercedes 300D with 195K has a transmission issue. I have owned the car since 1990 w/70K and it has been running great with a little help from my list 'Friends'. My son uses the car mostly and on his way home from work last night he said it was hardly

Re: [MBZ] Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!!

2013-08-10 Thread Robert Koziak
. From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, August 10, 2013 5:20 PM Subject: [MBZ] Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!! Hi Guys, My trusty 1983 Mercedes 300D with 195K

Re: [MBZ] Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!!

2013-08-10 Thread Robert Koziak
are intereated. Allan Frederick Moir fredy4.s...@yahoo.com writes: B2 piston broken? Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, August 10, 2013 5:20 PM Subject: [MBZ] Automatic

Re: [MBZ] Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!!

2013-08-10 Thread Robert Koziak
Thanks to everyone for the quick responses! Tomorrow I am going to see if it's worth trying to fix myself. I have limited time off in the next few weeks and really need this car back in action fast. Otherwise there is a local transmission shop a mile away I used in the past. Armed

Re: [MBZ] ADDED Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!!

2013-08-11 Thread Robert Koziak
early into 3rd. I did. Seems to make driving in a car with this problem a little easier. -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, Aug 10, 2013 8:31 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts

Re: [MBZ] ADDED Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!!

2013-08-11 Thread Robert Koziak
Went out for a test drive.as stated on level ground I could coax it into gear and once it hit 3rd and 4th the car ran fine. But it did not work well going up a hill! Definitely symptomatic of the B2 Piston failure so I think I will get away without getting a new transmission thanks to the

Re: [MBZ] ****REPAIRED******* Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!!

2013-08-17 Thread Robert Koziak
. Thanks! Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Aug 11, 2013 4:07 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] ADDED Automatic Transmission issue 1983 300D 195K. Shifts in Reverse but issue with Forward. Help!!! Went out for a test drive

[MBZ] 2004 MB E320 B Pillar Question

2013-09-06 Thread Robert Koziak
Hi, I have been working for several months to fix minor issues on my used 2004 E320 4matic..the labor of love! My latest project is replacing the interior lower passenger side B pillar trim due to the fabric getting frayed. It is a two tone trim with black on the lower section

[MBZ] 2004 E320 4Matic- ABS ESP Malfunction Question

2014-09-29 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
Hi Guys, I have a 2004 E320 4Matic (87K) that I stored in my garage for the last 5 months attached to a trickle charger. I decided to take it out for a ride today. Almost immediately the ABS and ESP warning came on in the console along with the amber abs light. I drove it for a mile

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4Matic- ABS ESP Malfunction Question

2014-09-30 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
:42 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4Matic- ABS ESP Malfunction Question I would start by pulling a wheel or two and checking the wheel sensors to make sure there's nothing crudding them up. Dan On Sep 29, 2014, at 6:25 PM, Robert Koziak via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Hi Guys

Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4Matic- ABS ESP Malfunction Question

2014-09-30 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
are cruddy and you clean them up, yes, the system will reset itself and clear the codes after driving for a bit. Dan On Sep 30, 2014, at 5:45 AM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Any ideas how to reset the warning light and warning messages after I clean the sensors? Will correcting

[MBZ] Selling 1983 300D Help dertemining price!

2014-10-01 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
I am selling my 1983 300D (w/202K). It is a daily driver and I need help determining a fair price. It is runs great. The paint and body show their age with a little rust under one rear wheel fender, otherwise hard to tell it's over 30 years old. I owned it since 1990 w/ 78K (second owner) and

Re: [MBZ] *** New Issue - Help!***2004 E320 4Matic- ABS ESP Malfunction Question

2014-10-06 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, Sep 30, 2014 7:03 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] 2004 E320 4Matic- ABS ESP Malfunction Question If the wheel sensors are cruddy and you clean them up, yes, the system will reset itself and clear the codes after driving for a bit. Dan On Sep 30, 2014, at 5:45 AM, Robert Koziak

[MBZ] Selling Mercedes Benz 1983 300D Turbo Diesel w/202K - Westchester County New York

2014-10-22 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
Hi all, I am selling my 1983 300D Turobo Diesel w/ 202K for $2.995. I live just outside of NYC in Westchester County. If anyone in the area is interested let me know. Here is the Craig's List ad. I have extra parts that were collected after 24 years of ownership.

Re: [MBZ] Selling Mercedes Benz 1983 300D Turbo Diesel w/202K - Westchester County New York

2014-10-23 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
Benz 1983 300D Turbo Diesel w/202K - Westchester County New York That is a terrible CL posting. You need to say AC will BLOW ICE COLD for next 6 months and it gets 40mpg on FREE veggie oil. --R On 10/22/14 9:59 PM, Robert Koziak via Mercedes wrote: Hi all, I am selling my 1983 300D

[MBZ] *BEST OFFER*: Selling Mercedes Benz 1983 300D Turbo Diesel w/202K - Westchester County New York

2014-11-02 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
to be a scam. One last time I put it on the list at the new price. If the offers fall through I will find a worthy charity and get a tax deduction. Bob -Original Message- From: Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, Oct 22, 2014 9:59 pm

Re: [MBZ] *BEST OFFER*: Selling Mercedes Benz 1983 300D Turbo Diesel w/202K - Westchester County New York

2014-11-02 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
it. A W123 with rust and non-working AC is a sub $1,000 car I think. Sorry to say, because I have one too. Allan On Sun, Nov 2, 2014, at 05:49 PM, Robert Koziak via Mercedes wrote: I cannot wait much longer so I am selling it to the best offer in the next week. I reduced the asking price to $2,500

[MBZ] Oil Change Question - Mity Vac Extractor

2015-01-17 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
Hi Guys, I recently purchased a MityVac Oil fluid extractor to make my Mercedes oil changes a little easier. There has been some concern throughout my research that it doesn't get enough oil out and the plug is the best method. To test that I extracted oil from my 2004 E320 4matic

Re: [MBZ] 300D

2015-01-11 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
Jamie, A few weeks ago I finally sold the 1983 300D w/220K I had on Craig's List for over 4 weeks. This was the car a friend of yours looked at but decided not to pursue. I had very few inquiries until finally a current 1983 300D owner called. He came to look at the car and we spent two

[MBZ] 2011 Mercedes Benz C300 - Code P410 Secondary Air Injection System Malfunction

2015-02-18 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
Hi All, My daughter's 2011 Mercedes C300 (35K) has a check engine light with a Code P410 (Secondary Air Injection System Malfunction). Any help on the best logical approach to finding the issue would be greatly appreciated. Fixes seem to range from changing a check valve to replacing the

[MBZ] Tire recommendations 2011 c300 4matic

2016-03-12 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
My daughter's recently purchased 2011 C300 4matic (Sport Model) 45K needs tire replacement. Recommendations would be appreciated. Also the front and rear tires have different sizes...how do you rotate the tires? Thanks, Bob K ___

Re: [MBZ] Tire recommendations 2011 c300 4matic

2016-03-13 Thread Robert Koziak via Mercedes
ireRack.com Start there, read the comparison tests and reviews to help decide what you like. Then shop around online. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On March 12, 2016 8:28:29 PM EST, Robert Koziak via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >My daughter's recently purcha

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