Are there any manual gearbox clutch shift problems associated with these cars general years 20012006 models. If you do not know these mercedes problems now, you will hate. B class common problems and their solutions mercedesbenz forum. Typically, problems with this transmission are displayed via harsh gear shifts, slipping, or shudder caused by the torque converter lockup clutch. Repairing these gearboxes would be a very costly procedure if the gearbox had to be sent away for repair. Mercedes has only 22 models with manual transmission.
The easiest way to access an owners manual is by downloading the mercedes benz guides app for your smartphone or tablet. Howdy, ive created this stickied thread so that you can post links to threads about common b class problems, and their solutions. The a class range can be specified with a sixspeed manual gearbox in the lower powered petrol and diesel models. Auto clutchless conversion to fully manual transmission. Problem and solutions if your mercedes benz automatic transmission gear selector is stuck, you can be able to move the shifter from park p to drive d manually using the shifter override feature found on almost all mercedes benz models including c class, e class, cl class, ml class. One of the main challenges with mercedesbenz cars is rust. Both manual and automatic mercedes have been known to have gear selector issues. This mercedes a class cvt continuously variable transmission ecu is an extremely common problem for the 722. Loftys homepage, mercedes benz a class, automatic gearbox, transmission, fully automatic transmission gearbox fluid change, automatic gear box f problems repair, test, ftcecu repair to ftcecu, repairs to valve chest. The mercedes benz a class first w168 generation was manufactured from 19972004.
Despite numbers like 300 and 350 among the c class lineup, all of the nonamg c class models use a fourcylinder engine, with the bulk of the work handled by the venerable 2. Sedan version of 2019 mercedes aclass will still have a. Mercedes benz gear shift problems mercedes shifter stuck. Jun 19, 2018 warning signs of gear selector issues. Loftys homepage, mercedes a class, components, loss of gears, dumbell replacement, oil change, reversing light switch and revers gear association. Sometimes after jerking, the gear at 7th will not change to lower gear when slowing down to 50kmhr. Once in third gear it drives fine and changes up to fourth with no noise. Sep 25, 2018 sedan version of 2019 mercedes a class will still h ave a manual gearbox. Car magazine uk lives with a mercedesbenz aclass hatchback. Mercedes workshop and owners manuals free car repair manuals. Jul 05, 2018 manual transmissions are more likely to have gear selector cable problems because they are used more often than automatics.
Nov 12, 2020 this wouldnt be too much of a problem if the a 200 motor wasnt as coarse and as loud as it is. He opted for an a200 amg sport with an automatic gearbox, and collected it from mercedes benz aberdeen. Oct 07, 2020 the truth is, with mercedes pitching itself as more of a luxury brand than a maker of outright drivers cars, the manual gearbox is not likely to be missed by many of its clients. This is often caused by having incorrect oil in the transmission. Mercedes benz a class a170 manual gearbox fault help collos25 they are quite a difficult gearbox to remove and re install hence the price,its good practice to fit a new clutch when removing the gearbox saves having it to do later. You can use the app to access instructions for your mercedes benz along with useful tips and information. Mar 06, 2014 two gearbox issues on a new mercedes a class car was off the road for nearly a month fault was identified and the car returned. Gearbox manual dumbbell replacement, loss of gears, gear box oil replacement. A200 cdi w169 2005 transmission clutch problems mercedes. Gear selector failure will produce one or more of the following symptoms that can significantly affect how your mercedes functions daily. I have 2002 mercedes c class 180 done 70000 miles stock on 1st gear i cant change it to higher gear it reverse fine i changed the air flow sensor and the oil and still same problem. C 180d122 hp and c 200d150 hp both equipped with the old origin renaultnissan 1. This 7speed mercedes transmission can develop valve body problems and mechatronic faults. Mercedes garage wants to replace all electronics and maybe valvebody in gearbox.
The auto gearbox is good with different driving modes. From the midrange models upwards, a sevenspeed automatic gearbox is standard. Standard fluid titan cvt is produced for mercedes fuchs. The gear indicator needle doesnt line up with the selected gear. After launching the allnew a class sedan a few months ago, mercedes benz has now revealed the full range of models. Hi mercedes medic, i drive a 2007 b class b 200 and it developed a transmission problem transmission visit workshop which persisted and eventually led to the mechanic replacing the gearbox. Mercedes cars run into gear selector issues more often, as they are one of the higherreported problems by drivers over the years. Mercedes benz c class automatic transmission problems.
But all mechanics said we dont deal with auto mercedes. Automatic transmission problem of the 2002 mercedes benz c class 7 failure date. C220 cdi 2002 gearbox problems mercedesbenz owners forums. The first generation w168 was introduced in 1997, the second generation model w169 appeared in late 2004 and the third generation model w176 was launched in 2012. Used mercedesbenz slkclass with manual transmission for. Mercedes to retire the manual gearbox, many combustion engines. Mercedes gearbox problems 7 speed gearbox with a speed sensor or valve fault the usual fault you get is the vehicle will go into limp home mode and probably stay in 3 rd gear. In 2000 the rwd c 240 was available with the optional sixspeed g56 manual transmission from the w203. Repair mercedes a class manual gearbox will not change gear. Hi, ive had the a200 manual couple of months, its feels like the gearbox is gonna go, anyone had any issues. W177 a200 manual gearbox issue mercedes aclass forum. Signs your gear selector cable needs to be replaced.
I recently purchased a 2005 w169 a200 cdi manual as a gift for my fiancee and a bit of a. Month 6 of our mercedes benz a class longterm test. One of the main challenges with mercedes benz cars is rust. While drivers were excited about the hatchbacks innovative look, this make and model, like any new car, developed a few common problems. Other common running issues that a faulty a class transmission ecu will cause include sticking in gear or failure to select forward or reverse gears, forced limp home mode and even complete nonstart of the vehicle. Please note, these owners manuals are not yet available for all models. Not ideal in a a or b class, i know, yet i decided to take a chance and buy. Sometimes switching off the ignition and then back on clears the fault for a little while. The car drives fine under most circumstances but makes a noisy graunching noise when i push the gearstick up from second to third. Id rather lose the deposit than suffer more heavily again, so please advise before i pay the balance. Mercedesbenz cclass questions are there any general. If there were no compact range, mercedes would have only two models with manual transmission.
Are there any general manual shift problems with mb cclass. Stuck between two gears only, 1 and 2, 3 and 4 or 5 and. How to deal with gear selector issues in your mercedes. Avoid mercedes cclass if my problems are anything to go by. Mercedesbenz cclass questions gearbox stuck in 1st. Having just paid a deposit on a 2010 mercedes benz a180 automatic, id appreciate knowing whether i made a good choice or not. The a 180 manual version covers the 062mph dash in 9.
Mbusa is recalling certain 20192020 a 220 and a 220 4matic, 2020 cla 250, cla 250 4 matic, glc 300 coupe 4matic, glc 300 and glc 300 4matic vehicles. Jan 20, 2020 mercedes benz vehicles with manual transmission if youre one of the manual transmission fanatics out there, youll have to look outside of mercedes benz to get one. If you do not know these mercedes problems now, you will. If this is your problem, look up in the owners manual. There are a number of sequentialshift manual gearboxes available now, and most are smoother and easier to drive than the a class was at launch. The last mercedes benz model with a manual transmission in the united states was the 2015 slk 250 now named slc, which was available on the base model. A150 manual transmission problem mercedesbenz forum. These cars develop a range of different transmission problems. Compared to other european car makers, mercedes transmission repairs are relatively rare. Take into account the accomplished general refinement levels elsewhere and this engine and gearbox combination stands out as a weak link, feeling very out of place in a mercedes, as weve already highlighted. I have a c class 200 cdi 2005 facelift w203 5 speed auto gearbox.
The mercedes benz a class is a subcompact executive car regular subcompact in its first two generations produced by the german automobile manufacturer mercedes benz. The bands, linkages, cables, and gears of your transmission get worn out over time. Fix a mercedes benz gear shift stuck in park problem. A common problem with e class, s class, c class, ml class and other models. Manual transmissions are more likely to have gear selector cable problems because they are used more often than automatics. Cclass w203 manual transmission shift problem i have a 2003 c240 with the 6 speed manual tranny and it is very difficult to get it into 1st 2nd. This german compact car was unveiled at the frankfurt motor show. Table of contents exclusive and amg exclusive packages 38 colours and materials finance offers optional equipment technical data model lines a 45 amg 4matic road fund licence standard equipment amg standard equipment services and benefits wheels amg optional equipment mercedes benz finance and insurance 72 night package genuine accessories.
The engine and transmission mounts on older mercedesbenz. And guess what the problem is sorted it has not slipped out of gear since. We still remember an older mercedes benz 240d that had over 1 million miles still running strong but the floor had rusted out, and you can see the ground when sitting on the driver seat. The shifter has to be shimmied for it to go into gear. C class w203 manual transmission shift problem i have a 2003 c240 with the 6 speed manual tranny and it is very difficult to get it into 1st 2nd. This is an unusual problem the gearbox change is controlled electronically so normally the first thing to do is get the vehicle plugged into a diagnostic machine this would also normally require a proper mercedes start diagnostic and not a cheap one at the local garage but assuming it is electronic you have 2 choices the gearbox control module located in the car just below the gear change lever and the main electronic control located in the oil pan of the gearbox not so easy to access. This selector module does include electronic equipment and it appears it is this that causes the problem.
The a class is the mercedes model we see most of at a automotive. Mercedes benz a class gearbox problem w 168 youtube. In a manual mercedes benz a class, you may have a problem with your transmission if you hear whining or crunching noises when you change gear. The a class has come a long way since the early days. Mercedes gearbox problems main dealer knowhow at 47% discount. Synchromesh 4speed standard transmission, 170, series w6 w191. Have there been any problems with the mercedesbenz a180. Mercedes transmission problems, limp mode, no shifting. Mercedes gearbox problems main dealer knowhow at 47%.
What type of transmission fluid for mercedesbenz cclass. Hi folks, i am a new member who has just bought a 2006 a150 for my wife. Since then, the absesp inoperative message has never gone away. Mercedes to retire the manual gearbox, many combustion engines adrian padeanu 1072020. The newer mercedes benz models still have rust issues as well. Jul 16, 2019 mercedes sold more cars in the uk last year than renault, peugeot and toyota to name just three, and the a class is one of the biggest players in the family segment in the way the megane, 308 and. The problem was that it wasnt as smooth as an auto, it drove like a manual so there was a lull in performance as the gearbox shifted gears. Oct 14, 2018 any problems with gear shifting in a mercedes may adversely affect the durability of the transmission system. Since the symptoms of gear selector issues can mimic symptoms of other problems, it is important to perform a differential diagnosis to ruleout other causes of the performance symptoms. How to overcome the gear selector problems in mercedes. The transmission doesnt engage when you change gears. Table of contents exclusive and amg exclusive packages 38 colours and materials finance offers optional equipment technical data model lines a 45 amg 4matic road fund licence standard equipment amg standard equipment services and benefits wheels amg optional equipment mercedes benz finance and insurance 72 night package genuine. Two gearbox issues on a new mercedes a class car was off the road for nearly a month fault was identified and the car returned.
If you have gearbox problems which follow any form of repair that involves jacking the front of the car up, ie replacement track rod ends, lower wishbone ball joints replacement struts, then please read this email from chris before doing anything further it may well save you hundreds of, see also mypage 29 where a similar even. Are there any general manual shift problems with mb cclass i read here some posts regarding shifting problems on mb c200 class. Mercedes benz mechanical shift standard transmission models listed by date of introduction. This will help us keep the top of the forum from getting cluttered with stickies, and will also be a great resource for new members here at benzworld. Mercedes benz a class gearbox jerking issues maintenance. A poor weld of a component inside the gearbox of cars that were built between 1 october 2015 and 19 november 2015 and came equipped with a dualclutch automatic gearbox can either crack or fail.
My a class first registered february 2002 is fitted with a 5 speed manual gearbox. The mercedes a class is an exception to this rule, however. So in the case of the fully automatic transmission if your selector display shows f there is every chance that it is the gear selector module this is the generally called the gear lever on manual boxes and selector on automatics. I read here some posts regarding shifting problems on mb c200 class. Mercedes c class c200 c220 cdi 20092014 om651 6 speed manual gearbox fits. B class common problems and their solutions mercedes. C200 blue efficiency gearbox issue mercedesbenz owners forums.
Mercedesbenz aclass a170 manual gearbox fault help. Mercedes to phase out manual gearboxes, cut engine range by. This wouldnt be too much of a problem if the a 200 motor wasnt as coarse and as loud as it is. I bought that from scrap yard and my mechanic replaced it. First introduced in 1997 as some weird scaleddown mpvtype contraption thatd fall over at the merest sight of an elk, it would gradually morph over the years into a more conventional prestige hatchback that would form the entrypoint into mercedes benz ownership, and delight imageconscious buyers on a budget along the way. Have there been any problems with the mercedesbenz a180 cvt.
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