Originally Posted by Maxwell
so did they figure out the ticking sound? I can almost guarantee the new motor will start ticking in another !0k miles, this is a normal sound on the M112 even on regular mercedes vehicles.
Did the mechanics also notice there is a check valve on the driver's side fender that makes a really loud ticking sound?
I notice one of your pictures you posted they had the engine tore apart, what was that about? I bet they didn't find squat! From what other mbz tech guys say in the mbz forums it's related to the sproket and oil jet that lubes the sprocket or chain, if it gets plugged they make a ticking sound, but thats only on high milage cars not engines with 50k miles on them. I"m curious to hear what the Chrysler mechanics said was the problem.
Also the crossfire is known to have exhaust leaks too. should check the gaskets at the manifold
I have had 9 benzs, this was not the normal benz sound, they found scarring in the engine,,,,,I will have all the paperwork Tuesday...... The car is now in the paint shop, doing some touch up on the hood..... I have not seen or heard the car as of yet, I know how loud a normal Benz engine is this was a loud lifter tick.....They would have not released it if it was still ticking, I will get her back tuesday, will know more then.....