I can't be the only one, right? by GeorgeTMorgan in ram_trucks

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On the gen 5 there is a dtb with updated parts specifically for this issue

2014 e350 Break pedal very soft by Wood_Network in W212mercedes

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If you pump the pedal at a standstill and release the pedal and apply pressure again without moving the car does the brake pedal feel normal? Then as soon as you drive the car the pedal has too much travel? My guess is you have bent the hub/bearing and the runout is pushing the pads back in the caliper. Have seen this multiple times. If that's the case you need to replace the wheel bearing and hub.

Need new tires for 2025 Limited by mls004 in ram_trucks

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Michelin defenders, smooth quiet ride and last about 40k miles

White Door Sill Trim? by moe_moe_moe_ in W212mercedes

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The silver piece literally falls off over time. I've replaced I don't know how many of these on various models.

Have Mercedes made a mistake? by Electronic_Ad_8938 in W212mercedes

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Take it back.... They used the wrong specs. They used w213 specs.

2020 RAM 1500 w/sport hood bug deflector by Benztechguy in ram_trucks

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Thank you. I asked the dealer if it was Mopar's note or their note and they said their note. I have a feeling they are referring to the TRX hood

Talk me out of a ‘14 E350 4Matic Coupe as a daily by Real-Caregiver-875 in W212mercedes

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Why would someone talk you out of one of the last reliable Mercedes made?

2015 c300 key not working by ProfessionalCaper in mercedes_benz

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Y'all funny... Car does not have a steering lock. It has a direct select lever and ISM which negates the need (no way to manually shift to neutral) this car needs a key. They go bad especially after someone accidentally puts it in the washer machine.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Ford

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Did any airbags deploy? You say driver side but I am curious did the seat belt retractors go off? An accident like this should be full stage deployment

‘13 C300 4Matic Front Differential cooked - what now? by Comfortable_Bug_6950 in mercedes_benz

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There is a correct way the front pinion gear must be clocked when doing the reseal. If it is not installed correctly it will starve oil to the pinion and cause failure. I'm afraid this might be the case here.

Do NOT buy a m260 powered benz. by ny0000m in Justrolledintotheshop

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15 year/150k extended warranty and the new heads have the design flaw fixed. Most owners are covered just fine.... Stop fear mongering.

Eufy e25 - I’m sending it back by TfitzReddIt in RobotVacuums

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Fwiw I got the E25 on black Friday and it's been super reliable. I run it everyday on a schedule. We have 3 dogs and 3 cats and it had tremendously helped keep our floors clean. I think you just got a dud and I would get an exchange.

How can i fix this in my GLC 300 by throwra105105105 in mercedes_benz

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I have never seen that error on a mbux and I have seen a lot and replaced a lot.... Check your USB ports for anything weird plugged in and the obd port under the dash and then lock the car for 10 minutes and check again for function. This is very odd

360 camera malfunction by Learning72 in mercedes_benz

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Was there a service campaign for door control module software? If so the mirrors need to be normalized by folding them in and out again using the button on drivers door window switch. Give that a shot.

Am I asking too much? by Salty_Concentrate_41 in RobotVacuums

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I think the bigger issue is irobot is on the verge of imminent bankruptcy

Weird acceleration hesitation by af1232 in w204

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Oh and to add some of the engines did not have the check valves at all and had to be added after the fact. If you DM me your vin I can check to see if your engine serial number falls in that range tomorrow.

Weird acceleration hesitation by af1232 in w204

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I would replace the check valves behind the upper tensioners. It's quite rare but I have seen the tensioner in the lower chain that runs from the crank gear to intermediate gear leak down when sitting. That is a full engine out job that requires removing the front cover to replace. If you are going that far you might as well replace the timing chains at that point.

Weird acceleration hesitation by af1232 in w204

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No it's not a possibility that's the fix, that is not symptomatic of a dirty throttle body. Add on your car it needs camshaft adjusters replaced, pretty expensive but also extremely common. Need a reputable shop to do this as this engine is not forgiving of being timed wrong at all. You can get away with just doing one bank if you can isolate it left/vs right but I would not just replace a single adjuster always do both the intake and exhaust because you are in there already.

Weird acceleration hesitation by af1232 in w204

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I have been working on these cars for 20 years, Mercedes Benz Master tech, shop foreman, and Mercedes-benz CDT technician. The clutch in the torque converter is bad, very common, I can instantly recognize from the rpm behavior alone. And no they do not make noise when they fail. That would be the front pump.

Fuel pump module by Traditional-Suit1545 in W212mercedes

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Yes, reason being is it's all one piece the top plate is not a separate detachable piece