MB Model Info, Computer Codes, Repairs and Misc Links

Car Care and Detailing

Autopia Car Care — Detailing & Car Care
Car Care Specialties
Touch-Up Paint

Parts

Tri-Star Pete
General Development Laboratories – The Mercedes-Benz Cruise Control Experts
GermanStar.net
TheBenzBin
Used Mercedes parts, recycled used parts & rebuilt transmissions
OPTIMA batteries
Potomac German Auto – Auto Recyclers – Used Mercedes Benz Parts
Used Mercedes Benz and Porsche parts from Silver Star Recycling
Mercedes Engine Oil Recommendations
Welcome to Performance Products
All Plastic Bumpers Online Store
Tom Hundt’s Mercedes-Benz Tinkering Page
Walter Odemer Co., Inc. – Hirschmann Antenna Parts

Repair

Mercedes Repair Advice & Technical Maintenance Tips For Do-It-Yourselfers
MercedesShop – Mercedes Benz Parts and Tech Info
Computer Trouble Codes
MercedesSource
K6JRF’s Page (S500 Coupe)
Mercedes Diesel Vacuum System diagnosis and repair
W124 Climate Control Vacuum Pod Replacement (Experienced DIY’ers Only)

Model Info

The first three digits of the chassis number specify the general body style (i.e.123). The next digit generally indicates whether the vehicle is gas (0) or Diesel (1) – this rule is not absolute and has certainly been violated. The next two digits indicate the specific version of the body style. In the case of 123s, if the last two digits are 9X, it should be a wagon. Here is a good site for more model info: Mercedes U.S. Models