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| spinner |
 Jan 16 2009, 07:37 PM
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QUOTE(aibo @ Jul 17 2007, 10:04 AM)  The Windows Auto Up issue is a common problem. MB is aware of it. Bring your car back to the dealer and they can reprogram that module for you. Has anyone had their front windows reprogrammed and did it solve the problem to their satisfaction? |
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| Mike T |
Jan 18 2009, 01:54 PM
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My September 2007 build has never had a problem, so I guess the production tolerance was altered at the factory.
Overall the B 200 is very good but I'd rather have a Renault Scénic dCi to be honest, it's the huge stars on the thing and others' prejudices related to them that turn me a little off. Plus the Scénic is more versatile inside, and better styled. |
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| bill |
Feb 12 2009, 01:26 PM
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They reprogrammed it with a firmware update (after several visits) and the problem seems to be resolved.
But in their typical sloppy fashion they only tested out the driver side window. The passenger side was never tested/calibrated so it would appear that the auto-up was totally not working. |
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| BenzBaller07 |
Feb 13 2009, 09:50 AM
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Hello all!
Ok.. I got 45000ks in my car (wife) car is been good... Windows problem is gone for now, but it died when I was away for a month... I think a light got left on.. Side windows stickers came off 2 times so I had to change it... (both sides) the cover at the back ( plastic holders that holds it close ) that broke and mb wouldn't change it... Roof window is all scratchy and it looks like sh!t, the cover that hides the sunroof, on the side broke... And now .... There is rust at the inside of the hatch!!! Ahhhh... I love the car,and so does my wife, but i'm getting ready to trade it... (glk350) Anyone with any of this problems?? Oh... Next service, I have to change brake pads! Overall good car, great gas kms. This post has been edited by BenzBaller07: Feb 13 2009, 09:53 AM |
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| Mike T |
Feb 13 2009, 11:39 PM
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What year is that one? The production of the bodyshells in 2005 and 2006 was iffy on the opening panels (doors and hatch), with lots of seam rust showing up in Europe. It should be pointed out to M-B, they do have a service bulletin about this in Europe.
Were you cleaning the roof with sandpaper?  Later B 200s are supposdely better in the opening panel department (I hope so). This post has been edited by Mike T: Feb 13 2009, 11:39 PM |
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| bill |
Mar 19 2009, 12:51 AM
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They had to replace the window sticker for me. It wasn't a great job with some tiny bubbles. Worse still, they bent the window chrome trim.
The bushing on the front suspension sway bar was moving (creaky spring noise when going over bumps). They charged 4.2 hours. re/re bumper, radiator, sway bar, and a new Torsion Bar. Of course none of the above parts were in stock. This post has been edited by bill: Mar 19 2009, 12:53 AM |
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Mar 19 2009, 12:58 AM
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QUOTE(aibo @ Jul 17 2007, 11:04 AM) One annoying thing is you can't turn off the AC! Even you push the AC off button, the AC stays on. You have to turn the fan to 0 and on again to turn off AC. I was told this is how it works by design. Newer B's have this switch changed to "AC on", the logical way. |
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| spinner |
Mar 19 2009, 10:15 PM
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QUOTE(bill @ Mar 19 2009, 01:51 AM) Worse still, they bent the window chrome trim. [...] Of course none of the above parts were in stock. Does this mean that they now have to order a replacement part on the chrome trim and you'll have to wait some more and then return for yet another visit? I recall you having to follow-up with MB on practically all of their fixes or installs. When is the cost of all their screw-ups going to drive an improvement in their quality of work? Don't they audit this stuff, or do they even care? Maybe they're making such an obscene amount of profit on vehicle sales that they can afford to be lax in service. So they should be compensating YOU for the inconvenience of repeat visits. This post has been edited by spinner: Mar 19 2009, 10:16 PM |
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| bill |
Mar 26 2009, 11:38 AM
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QUOTE(spinner @ Mar 19 2009, 11:15 PM) Does this mean that they now have to order a replacement part on the chrome trim and you'll have to wait some more and then return for yet another visit? I recall you having to follow-up with MB on practically all of their fixes or installs. When is the cost of all their screw-ups going to drive an improvement in their quality of work? Don't they audit this stuff, or do they even care? Maybe they're making such an obscene amount of profit on vehicle sales that they can afford to be lax in service. So they should be compensating YOU for the inconvenience of repeat visits. Yes. Chrome trim replaced today as it had to be ordered. I have to go back today anyway because the suspension is still making noise. They will replace the shocks this time. Again, not in stock. They are so many B's on the road and yet common parts are still not in stock. |
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| dumpsta |
Mar 26 2009, 03:45 PM
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QUOTE(bill @ Mar 26 2009, 12:38 PM) They are so many B's on the road and yet common parts are still not in stock. Probably because they get used up so fast lol. My gf's B200 just got a full overhaul, new trans (had a valve body problem), new suspensions. Before that visit, it had been in the shop for roof leak (have no sunroof, so no clue how/where), fan was stuck on...etc etc. She is so pissed off at the car I cannot even mention it in front of her without getting into trouble. And yes, we have the window button problem as well. The auto-up does not work, despite numerous fixes by the dealership. Just gave up on that. |
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| spinner |
Apr 14 2009, 05:57 AM
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The coin-holding slots in the glove box door are a bad design, especially for a rigid suspension vehicle like this one. The coins loosen and fall from road bumps. Then, the loose coins can fall into the non-linear crack between the bottom of the glove box door and the glove box container. This is also a risk when fishing out the fallen coins. If coins are lost in the crack then there is some hope that the coins will eventually shimmy out and drop on the passenger's feet.
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| bill |
Apr 14 2009, 11:17 AM
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QUOTE(dumpsta @ Mar 26 2009, 04:45 PM) And yes, we have the window button problem as well. The auto-up does not work, despite numerous fixes by the dealership. Just gave up on that. Refer to Tips Document GI72.19-P-039911 Update to DCM software, and normalization |
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| Mike T |
Apr 14 2009, 09:46 PM
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I'm surprised that anyone tries to use coin holders in a car.....
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| spinner |
Jul 19 2010, 12:28 AM
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Why do they call them headrests in this car when they're more likely to give you a concussion?
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| Mike T |
Jul 30 2010, 02:21 PM
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If set improperly, yes.
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| spinner |
Aug 2 2010, 10:31 PM
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Nothing to do with settings. The headrest whacks the back of the head on bumpy roads.
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