CoralNova

Thank you; I believed that could serve as an effective beginning point. Worth a try.

I possess a 2013 C180 (W204) (1600 petrol) BlueEfficiency estate featuring the AMG sport package. The temperature indicator periodically reaches the red zone, seemingly when the engine is under strain, albeit not consistently—typically during prolonged inclines or at high speeds above 70 mph. The "stop engine" alert has occasionally activated. However, I do not believe the engine is genuinely overheated. The coolant is transparent, and there are no indications of head gasket issues. The gauge fluctuates, but as I decelerate, it returns to normal and may operate for hours without issue, remaining within the standard range, provided I do not exert excessive pressure. The Hi Tech Performance Garage conducted a comprehensive inspection and identified no concerns; nevertheless, I question if they performed an extensive road test, subjected it to maximum load, or utilised their rolling road. Do you have any experience with this or any recommendations?

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The initial action they should undertake is to verify the tyre pressures.

Utilize the search field for "leaking windscreen," as previously indicated, since this may be the cause. Some individuals have experienced significant chips or cracks emerging abruptly, necessitating repair to your windscreen cover. 😉

I am unfamiliar with it - I will investigate.

2014 118I SE Automatic 118I SE Petrol

I am contemplating how to address the matter of only changing the gasket with the garage. If they concur and it continues to leak, I am in a dire predicament. I will await comments from others and will contact many garages tomorrow to get their opinions as well. Thank you one again.

I have recently had this examined. Oil is seeping from the junction between the dwelling and the block. They are estimating £750 for the repair. The internet price for the component is around £131, and other sources indicate that the task requires 2 to 3 hours of labor; thus, £750 is too high. Do you have any opinions? Do I need a new housing or only a new gasket? The vehicle has had a gradual oil leak since my acquisition two years before. I add one liter about every three months. However, following its servicing last month, it has leaked far more rapidly. The technician said that this may be due to the new oil's reduced viscosity, facilitating more pronounced leakage. Is that plausible? All opinions are appreciated. Thank you.

Thank you for your responses. In accordance with the aforementioned article, I have also been considering Audi Allroads; however, it must be equipped with the same BiTurbo engine found in our present A6 (which I regard as an exceptional engine), must have a towbar (a must for me), and must include a panoramic roof (a condition from my wife), all of which significantly restrict the options available. I have an aversion to SUVs. I have operated one of the All-Terrains now listed on Autotrader and was pleased, particularly with its full loading and the retractable towbar, which is almost a masterpiece. I was not very like of the black colour, and the 20-inch wheels rather undermine the purpose, in my opinion. I will likely confront the situation and go with it, I believe.

Greetings, everyone. We own a 12-year-old Audi A6 Biturbo that has accumulated 140,000 kilometres, which we cherish. We reside on the periphery of the Somerset Levels, where the roads are suboptimal, so we contemplated replacing our vehicle with a newer Audi Allroad, known for its elevated ride height; nevertheless, I recalled that Mercedes offers a comparable All-Terrain model. Does anybody here own or have experience with one? Are there any notable advantages or potential concerns to consider? Thank you in advance.