Blue-Tooth Technology1. Determine whether or not your cell phone has blue-tooth capabilities. You can find out by asking the sales representative or looking in the owner's manual. Turn your blue-tooth function on, by following the specific directions for your particular cell phone.2. Verify your particular Mercedes has blue-tooth, by contacting your local Mercedes dealer. Not all Mercedes models have blue-tooth technology. Depending on the year, model and trim level you may or may not have this feature.3. Turn your Mercedes' blue-tooth technology on, if you have this feature. Both the cell...
How to Replace Car Tires
1. Before you run to the tire store and buy a new set of tires, first determine if you need to replace your tires. A tire is normally deemed unsafe to drive on if the tread depth is 2/32 of an inch or less (a new tire usually has 10/32). A quick way to check this is to invert a penny and place it in the tread of the tire. If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head, the tires need replaced.New research has recommended doing this test with a quarter instead of a penny. Your tires will be replaced sooner, but you will be able to stop quicker on wet pavement.2. Once you have determined...
How to AUX Input to a 2003 BMW 325I
1. Use a wrench to loosen and remove the negative battery terminal. This ensures that no electricity is going to the stereo system while you are working.2. Use the trim removal tool to pry the trim away from the dash, starting with the area above the glovebox. Slowly work your way toward the trim above the stereo. Remove the trim piece. If you do not have a trim removal tool, wrap electrical tape around the tip of a flat-head screwdriver to remove the trim.3. Pry up and remove the trim piece above the stereo.4. Remove the screws on each side of the stereo using the screwdriver, then pull...
How to Replace the Spark Plug Wires in a Mercedes ML 320
1. Identify the negative battery cable on your Mercedes ML320. Use a wrench to remove the retaining bolt from the battery before you begin switching out the spark plug wires.2. Choose a spark plug wire and disconnect it from the spark plug by firmly pulling it. Trace the wire back to the coil pack, on its opposite end, and disconnect it by pulling firmly.3. Connect the new wire by snapping it on to the spark plug and on the coil pack, at the opposite end. Move onto the next wire, and repeat this process until all wires are replaced.4. Reattach the negative cable to the batte...
How to Remove Climate Control in a Mercedes 300CE
1. Open the trunk of the 300CE and disconnect the battery with a socket wrench. Remove only the negative terminal.2. Open the driver's-side door and insert the removal key into the four holes around the climate control unit, making sure the flat side is facing outward when inserting the key. Twist the key to unlock each locking tab.3. Pull the climate control unit out of the vehicle and disconnect its wiring harness at the rear of the unit. Installation is the reverse of removal.4. Reconnect the negative battery terminal and close the tru...
How to Reset the Oil Change Reminder Light on a 1987 BMW 325is
1. Park the car on level ground and turn off the engine. Turn the key forward one click, starting the electrical systems but not the engine. Open the hood.2. Locate the 20-pin diagnostic connector on the driver's side of the engine near the intake manifold. The diagnostic connector has a bright red cap. Turn the diagnostic-connector cap counterclockwise until it comes free.3. Align the recesses in the oil-reset tool with the diagnostic connector pins. Plug it in by pushing straight down.4. Activate the reset function on the tool by pressing the start button.5. Check the oil-change reminder...
How to Remove a Mercedes Ignition Switch
1. Adjust the Mercedes telescoping steering wheel to the maximum extended position (maximum out position).2. Move the front driver's seat to the rear-most position.3. Disconnect the negative battery cable by loosening the retaining nut on the negative battery cable clamp and sliding the clamp off the battery terminal.4. Remove the screws on the underside of the instrument panel cluster that hold the instrument cluster cowl in place and remove the cowl.5. Remove the four screws holding the instrument cluster in place and remove the instrument cluster from the dash. Make sure to remove...
How to Rotate amp; Balance the Tires on a BMW X5
1. Loosen the lug nuts that hold the X5's wheels on. You may want to use a breaker bar on the end of the tool that you are using.2. Lift the BMW with a heavy duty floor jack and lower it onto jack stands at all four corners. Finish removing the lug nuts and the wheels, noting which corner of the vehicle each wheel was installed on.3. Transport the wheels and tires to a tire shop with another vehicle so that the tire shop can balance the tires for you. Balancing tires should never be undertaken by an amateur, as it takes special tools and skills. Even if you have access to the equipment,...
How to Maintain a 2003 Audi TT
1. Open your hood and remove the air filter. Hold it up to the light. You should be able to see through the filter. If you cannot, this means it's dirty and needs to be replaced. The purpose of the air filter is to filter out any debris that enters the air system. This prevents damage to your engine. Dirty air filters can cause clogs in your hoses and your Audi will run poorly with inadequate air flow.2. Check your brakes during tire rotations and changes. Brakes should be replaced when they are about 75 to 80 percent worn. Any more, and they can cause damage and scoring into your rotors,...
How to Remove the Cup Holder From a C280
1. Insert a slotted screwdriver into the panel on top of the cup holder.2. Pry off this panel by pushing the handle of the screwdriver forward. This should push out the corner of the panel. Place your fingers on the panel and pull it off the car. Set it aside.3. Place your hand on the clip the holds the cup holder in its place. Press the top of the clip to release the clips grasp. Pull the clip away from the cup holder. Do the same for the clip on the other side of the cup holder.4. Grasp the cup holder and pull it towards your bo...
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