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Issue with the thread's title. Completely recorded cam/followers. The sound of an engine cranking or ticking. Later models have upgraded parts. Metal of low quality or perhaps not lubricated enough. The German automaker Mercedes is aware of the issues. It is not common practice to change the oil and filter every 4,500 miles on vehicles with such low mileage.

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I made the problem public. Myocardial infarction expert recommended giving it a go. Serviced every 4300 miles due to mechanical failure at 43,000 miles. Can you believe it? It's terrible. It seems to be a widely recognized and recorded failure.

Where is the problem? It seems unrealistic to expect MB to be willing to pay when it's 10 years old.

My 2016 Mercedes-Benz was serviced at a Mercedes specialist in Bradford when it had 43000 miles. Around 4,300 miles per year. The specialist has three vehicles in for the same purpose. One has 85,000 miles on it, two have high mileage, and one has missed a couple of service appointments. Given the vehicle's low mileage and service history, they suggested contacting Mercedes-Leeds to inquire about a possible cost reduction. In order to accomplish this, I must bring it to the main dealer for diagnosis. Now I understand why. However, with Mercedes Germany's high likelihood of refusing assistance, is it worth spending £190.00 on a diagnostic? The self-reliant should be the one to carry out the tasks. Warm regards

Are those remnants from a ginger snap or bourbon? Ha ha ha.

I possess the button for the bolster pump, yet I have never encountered that particular one in the handle. I visited my friend's garage yesterday and observed three BMWs, yet none possessed that button. One lives and learns, as the saying goes, and I will continue to seek every opportunity, haha.

It is the identical small button located on the side of the seat adjacent to the button that inflates the sides of the seat, provided they are the sports seats.

This is unfamiliar to me; I have never encountered it before, although I cannot claim to have actively searched for it, yet I believe I would have sensed its presence.

Haha, that’s reasonable; is there a specific reason it’s malfunctioning at the moment? I haven't owned the car for long, and there are numerous features I don't understand; my previous vehicle was a 116d, which only had a clutch pedal and a steering wheel.

That is precisely the function of the button - the locking mechanism of the door is inconsequential. 😂

The door does not appear to lock either.

It secures or releases the door. For goodness' sake, my friend, tidy up your vehicle 😂 there's a new strain of Ebola in there.

Any image of it.

Is there anyone who can explain the function of this button? I previously owned a 120d from the 16 plate year. I have exerted pressure on it and cannot observe any alterations.

Issue in the thread's title. Thoroughly recorded cam/followers. Engine rattle/tick. Components revised in subsequent models. Substandard metal or insufficient lubrication may be the cause. Mercedes in Germany is fully cognisant of the issues. Typically, vehicles with such low mileage do not require oil and filter changes every 4500 miles.

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I submitted the concern. Counselled by an MB expert to attempt. Mechanical malfunction at 43,000 miles, maintained every 4,300 miles. This is not favourable, is it? It seems to be a widely recognised and recorded failure.

What is the problem? At the age of 10, it seems rather optimistic to assume that MB will be inclined to pay.

Greetings, 2016 model with 43,000 miles, maintained by a Mercedes specialist in Bradford. Approximately 4,300 miles annually. The specialist possesses three vehicles for the identical purpose. Two vehicles have high mileage, and one has 85,000 miles but has missed a few service intervals. They have recommended contacting Mercedes Leeds to explore the possibility of obtaining a contribution toward the expense, given its minimal mileage and service record. I must bring it to the primary dealer for evaluation. I comprehend the rationale behind it. Am I squandering my time and £190.00 on a diagnostic when it is probable that Mercedes Germany will decline assistance? I prefer the independent to undertake the task. Kindest regards

My vehicle has reached 75,000 miles, thus it is comparable. I have experienced minor stuttering at partial throttle and occasionally a wisp of blue smoke upon ignition (I had the startup roar activated in bm3). I experienced minor pressure while opening the oil filler cap during operation, leading me to suspect the PCV valve; I had purchased a new valve cover but had not yet found the time to replace it… Currently, there is an excessive amount of compression in the crankcase; it resembles the sensation of placing your hand over the exhaust.

Indeed, it is highly probable that you are experiencing issues with the injectors. What is the mileage on your vehicle? My vehicle has precisely 80,000 miles. And was functioning exceptionally well. I experienced an unusual drive train failure merely a month or two following my acquisition of the vehicle. I dismissed it at the moment, and a swift shutdown and reboot resolved the issue, which never recurred. However, I believe I remember an individual stating in a forum discussion that this could signify faulty injectors. The damaged engine serves as a clear indication of the issue.:( I possess knowledge of Legit Street Cars. It would be absurd if the timing of spark plugs led to engine failure. Manufacturers are driving engines to their limits to extract every micrometer of efficiency, primarily to comply with emissions standards.

My vehicle's date is March 2017, so I suspect the injectors are original 👎 I doubt they have been replaced, although it's possible - I will verify the part numbers on the injectors when I remove the engine. Legit streetcars recently released a video detailing a Mercedes engine failure caused by improper spark plug alignment, resulting in a melted cylinder wall - it seems almost unbelievable 🤯 The notice I possess is in Danish, but I will endeavor to translate it and forward it.

That is unfortunate. I have studied the technique of clocking spark plugs to achieve a marginal enhancement in power. However, I have never encountered GDI engines exhibiting such sensitivity. I question whether that was relevant to the situation. I would wager that your engine experienced the same problem as mine, given that it is also a 2017 model. My vehicle was equipped with the original injectors, and BMW developed an updated version. The injectors are prone to leakage, which erodes the oil from the cylinder walls, ultimately leading to piston failure. The discussion on the BabyBMW forum indicates that both the B46/B48 and B58 have encountered this issue. Examine the door label on the driver's side to ascertain the manufacturing date of your vehicle. If it predates August 2017 and contains the original injectors, that is the cause. My vehicle was manufactured in May 2017 and still possesses the original fuel injectors. I will procure a pre-owned engine and compile a list of components. I will simply replace it with the identical engine. I discovered several videos on YouTube featuring an individual who performed a swap on a 2017 Mini. This will assist in understanding the process, although I possess a basic comprehension of the necessary actions. My vehicle features a manual transmission, and there exists an ACT clutch installation video demonstrating the procedure for detaching the transmission from the automobile. I will execute that initially, followed by extracting the engine from above. Remove the obsolete components from the new engine and transfer the functional parts from my damaged engine to the donor. I contemplated performing the ACT clutch while I am present, but I remain uncertain. My factory clutch appeared to be functioning adequately with the 93 BM3 calibration. I am likely to acquire the entirely metallic oil filter housing/cooler since the standard plastic component is a recognized point of failure. Could you share the link to the spark plug clocking bulletin if you possess it? More inquisitive about it than anything else. I appreciate it.

Identical narrative to my 2017 Countryman Cooper S All4 that ceased functioning last week. Zero compression observed on cylinder two… I was also operating BM3 stage 1, but with 91 octane. I also have significant reservations that the melody was the cause of its demise. I discovered a service bulletin regarding the B48, indicating that the spark plugs must be oriented properly; otherwise, the electrode may disrupt the injector spray pattern and flame front, potentially leading to melted pistons and cylinder walls. Mercedes encountered the identical problem. Interestingly, I replaced the spark plugs with Bosch ones approximately six months ago… I still need to verify whether the plugs have different threading, but Bosch claims they are not clock-specific. I have been considering replacing the B48A20T1 from the LCI JCW models, but it appears to be a complex task due to the altered DME module and its utilization of a more recent "bordnetz" communication protocol compared to the 2017 BDC. Additionally, it necessitated replacing the transmission, although that would have been feasible.