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by STAR89colin
Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:20 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Mercedes AMG authorized warranty use
Replies: 6
Views: 5236

Re: Mercedes AMG authorized warranty use

Your suggested modifications cannot invalidate the warranty unless it is shown that they are directly responsible for the failure; so, the grill may be a point of contention. If any of the cruise sensors and cameras malfunction, which may be affixed to the grille and were relocated to the new unit, ...
by STAR89colin
Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:19 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Mercedes AMG authorized warranty use
Replies: 6
Views: 5236

Re: Mercedes AMG authorized warranty use

...and review the fine print...often, customer dissatisfaction arises from their failure to comprehend what is included and excluded prior to enrollment.:) 👍
by STAR89colin
Sat May 10, 2025 9:54 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: 2010 Mercedes E350
Replies: 11
Views: 5589

Re: 2010 Mercedes E350

It would have had one at the time of the converter modification. The fluid level may be inaccurate if it was performed by untrained individuals, I presume.
by STAR89colin
Sat May 10, 2025 9:52 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: 2010 Mercedes E350
Replies: 11
Views: 5589

Re: 2010 Mercedes E350

The typical culprits are a sticky turbo actuator and a malfunctioning exhaust back pressure sensor; do not presume it is a gearbox problem. A session on STAR or Xentry should provide insights; even a self-scan with iCarsoft would be beneficial. Have you received the email yet? When it begins to jerk...
by STAR89colin
Fri May 02, 2025 12:42 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Considering Pencarreg Logistics for a repo car purchase any red flags I should know about?
Replies: 14
Views: 543

Re: Considering Pencarreg Logistics for a repo car purchase any red flags I should know about?

Fair enough the 10 days trial only applies to deliveries. But to be honest, I think that’s fair. If you’ve already driven it away, it’s yours, still, that 3 months warranty they gave you isn’t bad at all!
by STAR89colin
Thu May 01, 2025 5:25 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Considering Pencarreg Logistics for a repo car purchase any red flags I should know about?
Replies: 14
Views: 543

Re: Considering Pencarreg Logistics for a repo car purchase any red flags I should know about?

Not to worry, I had nearly the same experience last year. My car was due within 8 days, but it actually arrived on day 9. They kept me informed the whole way through, and it turned up in perfect condition. I totally get the nerves, but honestly, they did right by me. I’m sure yours will arrive soon.
by STAR89colin
Wed Feb 26, 2025 10:37 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Two-Car Guidance
Replies: 5
Views: 69948

Re: Two-Car Guidance

likely spam/bot/troll
by STAR89colin
Mon Feb 10, 2025 9:21 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Ed at Divine Detail attempted...
Replies: 8
Views: 76612

Re: Ed at Divine Detail attempted...

However, it is winter! It will get dirty in five minutes!
by STAR89colin
Tue Feb 04, 2025 12:59 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: How can I prevent the fan from activating at full capacity each time I power it on?
Replies: 11
Views: 60928

Re: How can I prevent the fan from activating at full capacity each time I power it on?

Indeed, this is my experience; hence, I have outlined two methods for deactivating the system after entering the vehicle.