1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 1999

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (1%)

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Engine not specified

166200 mi

US $4500
Low refrigerant; recharged with ultraviolet refrigerant. 
111500 mi

£300
Replaced condenser and recharged AC 
160000 mi HVAC fan motor failed and was replaced. 
82000 mi

US $439
Climate control 
141000 mi

US $1
Driver's side tail light assembly, oil change and various bulbs. 
98000 mi

US $600
Because the windows/locks/trunk would not work, it was determined there was PSE failure. Selling Car buying Acura!! 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

108000 mi

US $398
Replaced AC compressor, receiver dryer and expansion valve plus recharge. 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

146300 mi

US $200
CAN BUS problem for interior electronics disabled windows, seats, locks, Homelink. Fixed by inspecting & cleaning control unit contacts & wiring 
152000 mi

US $100
Instrument panel LED display went kooky 
89000 mi

US $300
Rear passenger door actuator went bad. Bought touch up paint to fix scratches, new drivers side mirror, fix headliner 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

155000 mi

C $700
SRS light on. Installed seat occupancy pad 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

82000 mi

US $450
Rear passenger power window broke. Replaced regulator and motor. 
144000 mi

US $165
the 1st mechanic I took it to, said a/c required $950 of repairs. Doubtful, I obtained sensor readings and interpretations (just punch in on internet). The readings indicated a failure on the intake valve. @2nd mechanic agreed, and fixed for $165! Its amazing how much info is available from sensors, but they do take some effort. 
100000 mi

US $180
No cool air. Dealer recharged A/C and tested for leaks. Blows cool air now. 
103000 mi

US $891
No cool air coming from A/C. R+R compressor, receiver-dryer and recharged system. 
78000 mi

US $215
evap temp sensor 
155000 mi

C $200
xenon ballast 
148180 mi The car would start and idle for 5-15 seconds and then cut off. Replaced Battery 
148800 mi Right Rear Window Assy Broke - Replaced Window Assy at R650.00 

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1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Electrical Problems

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