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April 1, 2011 Service bulletin

Mercedes: replace the camshaft adjustment solenoid(s) and install adapter harness(es)

Mercedes Benz technical service bulletin SB-2009100001 for 2002-2004 Mercedes Benz C230, 2002-2004 Mercedes Benz C320 and 2001, 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK230 and others.

Bulletin number
SB-2009100001
Component
Electrical system: wiring
Summary
Mercedes: replace the camshaft adjustment solenoid(s) and install adapter harness(es). Due to the settling properties of the seal of the camshaft adjustment solenoid specification, oil may enter the engine wiring harness(es) through the electrical connection of the camshaft adjustment solenoid from capillary action. Replace the camshaft adjustment solenoid(s) and install an additional adapter connector harness(es) at the next workshop visit.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 75 complaints in the electrical category.

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