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Introduction

As for the machines of the new Class C, replaced the 190th model, these cars are very different from their predecessors for the better. They are the body without any problems until now. Full-scale equipment (adjustable seats, ABS, airbag for the driver) provides a pleasant ride and safety. But even in these machines a number of drawbacks. Thus, in some vehicles manufactured in 1994 it is the aerodynamic noise due to poor adjustment of the front door lock and in vehicles manufactured before May 1995 - fragile hook latch hood. In January 1996, 545,000 vehicles were withdrawn to correct the defect.

Fabric-covered, as in the previous generation of cars, grim. Behind enough space for passengers, creaking front seat in some cars of release 1994 (this, however, is easily eliminated by a simple lubricant corresponding elements). Only a few cars (approximately 3 percent) of the same issue in 1994 leaves lining inside door handles. Furthermore, we hear the creak and rattle when lifting the glass of the front door in the cars of 1994-1996. In particular, in the hot season (eliminated in December 1995 by replacing the guide carriage and grease).

The assembly inside the machine C-Class performed well, only some inconspicuous plastic parts a few spoil the impression. In vehicles of model years badly fitted slide sunroof, possible scratches while the drive hatch. Additionally, all machines can be present noise of the ventilation system valves interior, as well as the deformation (swelling) the top of the plastic at the base of the front side windows after 1-2 years of operation. The latter phenomenon is especially true for cars 1993 release.

In the 1994-1995 cars. trudnootpuskaemy installed (especially in the cold season), parking brake lever. This occurs because of too thick anticorrosion coating in the lower part of the body, which causes bad drive cable movement of the lever. In spring 1995, the cars were withdrawn at the point of sale to correct deficiencies. In general, shock absorbers, brake discs, and particularly demonstrate the durability of the clutch is much higher than average. When you purchase should be borne in mind that the power to be serviceable, otherwise its replacement will cost a pretty penny. The steering wheel is too great in the cars of all years of release.

There are shortcomings and the vehicle class C. Thus, in the release version of the C220 in 1994 was an increase in idle speed (they spontaneously increased to 2000 rpm) due to a defect in the drive throttle. This disadvantage can be eliminated by changing the mounting foot cable. In the version C230 turbocharged are individual cases of failure of the compressor due to the weakening of the air duct at the outlet of the air filter (cleared from November 1995).

All cars of class C characterizes bad acceleration when the engine is cold, so as long as the engine has warmed up to operating temperature, the accelerator pedal must be pressed gently, carefully dosing the supply of fuel mixture. In versions S200D / S220D release 1994 failures occur in the engine, especially during acceleration at medium speed (because of problems in the computer (the control circuit of the high pressure pump)). On some vehicles the engine control computer was replaced under warranty. In versions 220D / 250D release in 1994 there are noise valves and carbon formation on the exhaust valves, causing the loss of power due to lower compression (valves do not close completely). This issue is addressed in 1995 by the chrome plating on the valve stems.

Electric very good and raises no objections. The only thing here to note the changes adjust the exterior mirrors in private cars in 1994 (class C). The machines equipped with air conditioning, after turning it off immediately misted glass, especially in the case of heavy contamination of the filter.

What to prefer?

Cars with automatic transmission are low demand in the market of second-hand vehicles. As for the new C-Series, the best choice - version of the C180. It has slightly less power than the version of the C200 and C220, but the smooth ride is not to be felt. C200 Elegance version with an engine capacity of 136 hp more expensive due to the high level of finishes: wood inserts, power windows on all doors, electric external antenna. Powerful version of S280 with an excellent 6-cylinder engine - a very nice car. Also worthy of respect and S250D diesel version, although it is not cheap. The C-Class cars with automatic transmission it is "softer" than the manual.

The Mercedes 201-m body is a worthwhile purchase. And it is even more true of the new series of machines C.

Troubleshooting

In the version C220 .: 1994 increased idle speed due to a defect in the drive throttle.

In the version of the turbocharged C230: the ability to bounce turbocharger due to weakening of the air duct at the outlet of the air filter.

All vehicles P: poor acceleration when the engine is cold.

In versions S200D / S220D .: 1994 failures in work, in particular during acceleration at medium engine speeds (due to problems in the control circuit pump).

In versions S220D / S250D 1994 .: noise valve deposit formation on the exhaust valves.

In cars 1994-1995, .: trudnootpuskaemy (especially during the cold season), parking brake lever.

Progressive deformation of the plastic frame exterior mirrors.

Blackening of skin sun visor, increasing over time (especially in cars with a sunroof), the deformation of the plastic frame of the glove box after 6 years of operation.

In some vehicles, the release 1994 .: aerodynamic noise due to poor adjustment of the front door lock.

The vehicles manufactured before May 1995 .: fragility hook latch hood.

In the cars of 1994-1996 .: creak and rattle when lifting the glass of the front door.

Poor fit slide sunroof, the possibility of scratching during the drive hatch, deformation (swelling) the top of the plastic at the base of the front side windows after 1-2 years of operation.

The vehicles manufactured in 1994 with air conditioning: misting after turning off the air conditioner.