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by StarVWmk7
Sat Jul 12, 2025 1:38 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Air conditioning leak in 2011 C250
Replies: 5
Views: 1215

Re: Air conditioning leak in 2011 C250

Returning to the topic, does anybody have assistance to provide the original poster on the inspection or replacement of the A/C evaporator?
by StarVWmk7
Sat Jul 12, 2025 1:37 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Air conditioning leak in 2011 C250
Replies: 5
Views: 1215

Re: Air conditioning leak in 2011 C250

Thank you for the comprehensive response! I really believed my days of replacing condensers were over after completing two in recent years—one on a Toyota Celica and another on a Mk8 Honda Civic. The task was quite simple—removing the bumper was enjoyable, although detaching the bumper off this E250...
by StarVWmk7
Mon Mar 24, 2025 9:25 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Optimal location in London or its vicinity for maintenance and general repairs of old ML55 AMG vehicles.
Replies: 7
Views: 48624

Optimal location in London or its vicinity for maintenance and general repairs of old ML55 AMG vehicles.

I hope you can assist me; I am seeking a garage or the best location in London or its vicinity for service and general repairs for a vintage ML55 AMG.potential performance enhancements
by StarVWmk7
Thu Mar 13, 2025 12:46 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The rear seat reminder continues to provide alerts.
Replies: 7
Views: 119105

The rear seat reminder continues to provide alerts.

I have observed for the last couple of months that the rear seat reminder continues notifying when the vehicle is turned off as soon as I open the drivers door. This should generally happen only if I have opened one of the rear doors before but appears to happen all the time in my situation. Tried d...
by StarVWmk7
Thu Jan 16, 2025 1:36 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Continental SportContact 7
Replies: 10
Views: 39942

Re: Continental SportContact 7

I often cover extensive distances on the freeway and never drive aggressively. Had I had an M4, the narrative would likely alter significantly, humorously speaking.
by StarVWmk7
Thu Jan 16, 2025 1:35 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Continental SportContact 7
Replies: 10
Views: 39942

Re: Continental SportContact 7

Thank you very much! The performance seemed really satisfactory, therefore I will likely go with them. Less costly than alternatives; if their durability is worse, it is acceptable. I am unable to locate any discussions about wear online.
by StarVWmk7
Thu Jan 16, 2025 1:33 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Continental SportContact 7
Replies: 10
Views: 39942

Continental SportContact 7

Greetings to everybody, I am now examining tires for my 320D xDrive. I have seen that the Conti SportContact 7s are well regarded; nonetheless, my primary issue pertains to their durability, since many individuals have indicated that they exhibit rapid wear. Does anybody has experience with them? I ...
by StarVWmk7
Fri Nov 22, 2024 12:03 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Tire Pressure Indicator on Dashboard
Replies: 7
Views: 15753

Re: Tire Pressure Indicator on Dashboard

Likewise. The wife reported that the triangle indicator on the dashboard and the collision warning were activated when she was driving the Proceed to work. This is as previously stated. All tires exhibited a decrease in psi owing to a temperature of -4, resulting in a collision warning as the tire p...
by StarVWmk7
Tue Jul 02, 2024 4:25 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Are there any advantages in terms of fuel efficiency or engine performance when using E5 RON 97-99 petrol instead of E10
Replies: 6
Views: 7830

Re: Are there any advantages in terms of fuel efficiency or engine performance when using E5 RON 97-99 petrol instead of

I have never used a fuel additive before, but I have seen that Redex offers a specialised solution designed for hybrid engines. Are you aware whether this product is comparable to the Millers Ecomax? Since my retirement, I now cover much less miles each year. Would either option be compatible with m...