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@@klkl5695 sorry I have no experience in that. Sounds really strange, though none of it are related. Remember to check the oil level while driving. Sounds crazy, but the level reading are the highest when driving with a hot engine

It is really strange as even though I had driven over an hour on highway l, the engine oil level still in the min level. So after I refilled the 200ml engine oil, I don’t know what to do as I shouldn’t be keep refilling the engine oil.

@@klkl5695 I don’t think you should refill. Does it ask for oil? Does it say low oil level? No matter what I would go to a shop to have it checked.

Yes I would go even though oh just had engine oil changed last month

@@klkl5695 And the oil level was correct at that time?

I’m not really satisfied with the car. I had a W212 before, much more refined car, that goes for engine, transmission and overall experience with the car. The W205 is made too cheap. Especially the transmission annoys me. Shift too early and sometimes too late. It’s hard to explain, but in the w212 you never noticed the transmission. That said the w205 is faster and the steering is a breeze. Would I recommend it? Not really, I would go for the E class instead, it’s just better build, more refined and…a class above! The service reset is possible in the car without any tester or computer. Just google service reset on a w205.

@@carscloseup Thank you for such a detailed overview :D will consider your feedback. On the other note, how do you feel this OM654 comparing to the OM651? Should I keep myself to the 2.2, or is the 2.0 an ok'ish alternative?

@@alpha-ne4fq You’re welcome! ☺️ The OM654 is more modern, efficient and has more power, but the OM651 is a better engine. It depends on what your needs are; A newer car/engine will statistically be more reliable than an older (OM651), but if it’s only occasionally driving I would stick to the older. On the other hand, if it’s for daily driving fx. to work I would go for the OM654.

Thank you!

What?

I only do it on my own cars, sorry!

Hi. Note that this tow bar in the video is a manual retractable, not electric operated. Because of that there's a cable from were you retract it, down to the tow bar and that was this mechanism that was stuck/defect. That said it's probably the same principle on an electric operated, but with some sort of servo motor, instead of the cable. No matter what type, it'll be necessary to remove the rear bumper. You might have to be creative to fix it, because there's no parts available out there.... The previous owner of this car, also had the tow bar checked by Mercedes, but there were nothing they could do, other than offer to install a new tow bar!! It took me a couple of hours and has worked flawlessly since I made this video!

@@carscloseup Thanks for the feedback! I actually have the mechanical version of the tow bar that your video shows. I guess the workshop tried to read the possible error code to understand where the problem is even if it is not fully controlled by electronics (there is some kind of electronic safety/warning system). Ok, then I aim to dismantle the rear bumper. As I said, I think there is a one-way screw that needs to be loosened to access the rest, is it something that you remember from your disassembly? I am very grateful for input because there is hardly any information about this problem online.

@@danielfalk5382 As you can see in the video there are 6 screws (laying on the floor) that has to be removed, behind a black cover (laying on the floor near the hammer), to acces the mechanism. Else it is relatively straight forward. It is been awhile since I've done the job, so don't remember anything particular. But take your time and move slowly, then I'm pretty sure you'll succeed...

I used a contact adhesive. What kind depends on the fabric you will be using. I tried some strong contact adhesive that you have to brush on, but destroyed the fabric. Ended up using a spray contact adhesive. Good luck with your project👍

@@carscloseup thank you. Is the vinyl holding up well on that curve where you first started gluing it down? I’m worried that it might start lifting from there in time.

@@dannygonzalez5352 Yes at some few points it’s lifting, but some very small spots. What I do occasionally are to heat it up with a heat gun and pressing the spots in place. Seems to help, but I’ll have to see how it’s doing in the summer midday sun! That said, it’s way better than the cracked panel..

I especially like hearing it sputter/cutting out when it’s backing up

I once had a 1978 Caprice, as the 1980 model they’re very different from this 1973, smaller but true to the “concept” and still very nice!!

@@carscloseup Some things are ingrained into my childhood memory... Like staring at those side mirror adjustments that my dad sternly warned me never to touch... Sooo tempting for a 5 year old boy. They looked like a video game joystick that I just HAD to try... But was never allowed.

At any car supply dealer or Mercedes. Where are you located?

Germany, can I buy in Internet ?

@@xangadixxxx6405 There’s Autodoc or I actually bought mine in Germany at Kunzmann.de

Thank you sir thats very helpful, do you know how often the timing chain musst be change? And what about the gear oil by 9g tronic?

@@xangadixxxx6405 The timing chain shouldn't be changed unless it starts making noise. The noise will be at cold start and its a nasty clattering sound for a few seconds. The 9G-Tronic should have service every 100000 km. I had mine serviced recently, but I didn't do it myself, because I have no possibility to flush the transmission. The job was done at a Mercedes dealer, a little more expensive than your regular mechanic/shop, but worth it. Price was around 600 Euros.

You’re welcome, glad I could be of help. If you buy the springs at a Mercedes dealer, you’ll get an exact fit as they’ll be ordered according to your VIN number. All aftermarket springs are a gamble and the small difference in price definitely isn’t worth it.

No not at this time

The one has lasted for more than 50…never restored.

The exact oil capacity varies. On my 220d it’s around 6.5 liter. On a 200d it should be the same. I started by adding 6 liters, it was enough to bring it just above minimum, the I added 0.5 liter and now it’s just below max.

No, not at this time

Get one!

Nope

English please

Only the top part that I'm covering has to be removed. it's fairly easy, 4 screws in the defroster vents, the rest are located in plain sight.

190 km/h

it’s was a 1972 he drove in the movie “Gran Torino” and he kept the car from the movie!

Yes it's for keeping track of trips. It was not an original option, but something popular back then, if you car wasn't equipped with a trip odometer. As for the seats i don't think the pilot seat or bucket seat was available in Europe, but I'm not an expert en Beetles. This one on the video was a 1600 cc, too.

No it’s not for sale at this time.

That Quiet chevy engine....