2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2005

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (4%)

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (21%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

135000 mi

US $1500
Left cv joint leaking Transmission service 
137000 mi

US $890
Replace Left and Right CV boots 

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon

221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

144000 mi

US $1600
Replaced front and rear flex discs (starting to crack) 
26000 mi Replacement of left front ball joint and related hardware -- a squeak developed when going up or down an incline.  Transmission fluid leak - connector, cover plate and gasket replaced; transmission fluid drained and replaced.  

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

28000 mi

US $500
Leaking transmission plug adapter found during routine transmission service, replaced part. 
127000 mi

US $1177
Transmission fluid leak at a failed connector. Resulting in complete transmission service; fluid refill, flush, repair of connection. 

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

56000 mi

US $200
Transmission leak required new electronic plug and transmission service. Replace supercharger clutch pack also. 

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD

187500 mi

US $3000
Driveshaft support bearing worn 

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

67000 mi

US $300
4 matic seal replaced 
52300 mi

US $3200
Car made excessive noise from rear tire area. Dealer investigated and found Rear Differential required replacement. 
67000 mi Had faulty transfer case (4Matic model) diagnosed and replaced. Was a Mercedes TSB (Order No. P-SC-2007100004), so no problem. Great experience with dealer service.  

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan

221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

102000 mi

US $450
Transfer case for front wheel drive was replaced 
40880 mi

$100
Ripped inner front right cv boot. Cought in time replcead only the boot kit. 
59520 mi

$200
changed boot on right cv front. changed fluids in 4matic. 

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2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Transmission Problems

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