Thermostat Replacement - C Class - W204 - Mercedes-Benz



Thermostat Replacement - C Class - W204 - Mercedes-Benz


Thermostat Replacement Time: 2 hours Tab: $100 to $180 Talent: 2 Tools: 17mm socket, E12, E10 Torx socket, flathead screwdriver, floorjack, jack stands, wheel chocks, safety glasses, torque wrench Applicable Models: Mercedes-Benz C350 (2007-14) Mercedes-Benz CLK350 (2006-09) Mercedes-Benz E350 (2006-14) Mercedes-Benz GLK350 (2010-12) Mercedes-Benz ML350 (2006-14) Mercedes-Benz R350 (2006-12) Mercedes-Benz S350 (2006, 2012-13) Mercedes-Benz SLK350 (2005-14) Parts Required: Thermostat Hot Tip: Work on a cool car Performance Gain: Proper operating temperature Complementary Modification: Flush the radiator The thermostat helps control the engine's temperature. If your car is running too hot and there is the proper amount of coolant in the car and it is not leaking, or your car is taking a long time to warm up, there is a very good chance that your thermostat is bad and needs to be replaced. If you are going to be working on the thermostat, make sure the car is cool and not under pressure. Working on a hot engine or one under pressure can cause serious harm (coolant is also very toxic) and should never be attempted. Coolant needs to be collected and disposed of in accordance with your local regulations. Pouring coolant down a drain or into the street is illegal. Also, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after working around it. Coolants last a much longer time than they did in the past so if your coolant is still good there is no need to dispose of it. Drain it into a clean container, and you can reuse it. If your coolant is old this is a great time to drain and flush the complete system. Please see our article on coolant drain and flush for additional assistance with that project. Car taking a long time to warm up or running too hot? Chances are you need a new thermostat. Applies to: C350 (2007-14), SLK350 (2004-14), CLS350 (2004-14), CLK350 (2005-14), E350 (2005-14), S350 (2005-14), SL350 (2005-14), R350 (2006-14), ML350 (2006-14), Viano (2005-14), Sprinter (2006-14), CLC350 (2008-14), GLK350 (2008-12)

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