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Manuella4ace: 10:00am On Jul 28, 2023
Iknowhow:
Benz ML 400 started showing a dashboard warning to replace the coolant.
I have done that multiple times but I noticed it still keeps shorting the coolant after a few drive.
My office maintenance mechanic has checked and scanned but can not find any leakage anywhere and all the monitors look good and have no overheating.
So I am currently confused and need good hand to check and fix it

Check your radiator or coolant reservoir cover, check hose for crack and leakage, also check the colour of your exhaust smoke, engine might be burning coolant slightly.
kingreign(m): 11:37am On Jul 28, 2023
Iknowhow:
Benz ML 400 started showing a dashboard warning to replace the coolant.
I have done that multiple times but I noticed it still keeps shorting the coolant after a few drive.
My office maintenance mechanic has checked and scanned but can not find any leakage anywhere and all the monitors look good and have no overheating.
So I am currently confused and need good hand to check and fix it

Snap the warning message, what year is your ML 400?
Iknowhow: 7:52pm On Jul 28, 2023
kingreign:


Snap the warning message, what year is your ML 400?

It is ML 400 , 2015 and I have attached the dashboard message.

Do you have an auto shop I can bring it for inspection?

Iknowhow: 7:53pm On Jul 28, 2023
Manuella4ace:


Check your radiator or coolant reservoir cover, check hose for crack and leakage, also check the colour of your exhaust smoke, engine might be burning coolant slightly.


I have checked all you mentioned and everything checks right
kingreign(m): 8:28pm On Jul 28, 2023
Iknowhow:


It is ML 400 , 2015 and I have attached the dashboard message.

Do you have an auto shop I can bring it for inspection?

I have an auto shop in Abuja, if you're in Abuja, feel free to me. 07034581213
Iknowhow: 8:36pm On Jul 28, 2023
kingreign:


I have an auto shop in Abuja, if you're in Abuja, feel free to me. 07034581213

I am Lagos. Can you recommend?
kingreign(m): 8:55pm On Jul 28, 2023
Iknowhow:


I am Lagos. Can you recommend?

Send a whatsapp message pls
UgoFly: 4:04pm On Jul 29, 2023
Pls is Mazda 3 a good car to buy for fuel economy and durability
kingreign(m): 4:15pm On Jul 29, 2023
UgoFly:
Pls is Mazda 3 a good car to buy for fuel economy and durability
Yes.
jceesquare(m): 9:12pm On Jul 29, 2023
ddooskie:


Thanks for replying, Ile-Ife, Osun state.



Holts
Your mechanic would need to take the transmission apart and inspect
jceesquare(m): 9:19pm On Jul 29, 2023
Iknowhow:
Benz ML 400 started showing a dashboard warning to replace the coolant.
I have done that multiple times but I noticed it still keeps shorting the coolant after a few drive.
My office maintenance mechanic has checked and scanned but can not find any leakage anywhere and all the monitors look good and have no overheating.
So I am currently confused and need good hand to check and fix it
How did he check? By visually looking at it?
If you use water and not coolant you might not see the leak unless you have a very high concentration of minerals in your water that would cause the leaky parts to show signs of rust.
What you need is to run a coolant pressure test, or better still switch to coolant and lookout for whitish coloration around cooling lines, hose, pipes, ts, radiator cap and all.
You might also need to lookout for telltale signs of blown head gasket.
ddooskie(m): 9:55am On Jul 30, 2023
jceesquare:

Your mechanic would need to take the transmission apart and inspect

Okay thanks 🙏

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jojomario(m): 9:22am On Jul 31, 2023
@kingreign good morning sir. I have decided to change my camry 08 engine. Do you have any I can get direct japan 2AZ engine?
kingreign(m): 11:45am On Jul 31, 2023
jojomario:
@kingreign good morning sir. I have decided to change my camry 08 engine. Do you have any I can get direct japan 2AZ engine?

Your location pls?
jojomario(m): 1:28pm On Jul 31, 2023
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Your location pls?[/quote Lagos
kingreign(m): 1:35pm On Jul 31, 2023
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this number +2348033910382
jojomario(m): 1:38pm On Jul 31, 2023
kingreign:


Your location pls?
Lagos
kingreign(m): 1:45pm On Jul 31, 2023
jojomario:
Lagos

this number +2348033910382
jojomario(m): 2:21pm On Jul 31, 2023
kingreign:


this number +2348033910382
Thanks.
bastien: 2:34pm On Jul 31, 2023
Good day , pls where can I get a good quality brakepad for my Volvo xc90 here in Lagos or online
Germanhunter(m): 2:48pm On Jul 31, 2023
kingreign:



What is this please

And if possible please can you recommend a reliable mechanic here
TheLoanGuy: 6:24pm On Jul 31, 2023
bastien:
Good day , pls where can I get a good quality brakepad for my Volvo xc90 here in Lagos or online
Ladipo
smart2precise: 8:21pm On Jul 31, 2023
Good day house, I drive Opel Zafira 99/2000 model, manual drive. I discovered it is consuming more than expected fuel. I have been referred to two experts but they wouldn't give a specific reason it is doing so. Though I just replaced the engine not quite long and I have been noticing this issue since i replaced it. What could likely be the problem and the solution please?.
kingreign(m): 8:25pm On Jul 31, 2023
smart2precise:
Good day house, I drive Opel Zafira 99/2000 model, manual drive. I discovered it is consuming more than expected fuel. I have been referred to two experts but they wouldn't give a specific reason it is doing so. Though I just replaced the engine not quite long and I have been noticing this issue since i replaced it. What could likely be the problem and the solution please?.

I don't know what to advice you because your your car needs an expert who'd physically inspect it.
smart2precise: 8:59pm On Jul 31, 2023
Thanks for your prompt response. I would like if you are an expert or you have someone whom I can be referred. Thank once more sir.
rapheal5(m): 9:09pm On Jul 31, 2023
Pls gurus in the house help me, since the last time my kazeem help me change the tension adjuster of my 05 corrola I noticed some noise coming from engine side but he said it's the power steering pump but today the engine is really making noise and it shows a red engine sign of oil dropping....I called him to explain things to him he said they have to check the engine pump through the sump and I have to do it fast before it knocks the engine...I'm just confused and tired I have spent alot changing the adjuster twice in 2 months😫
kingreign(m): 6:03am On Aug 01, 2023
smart2precise:
Thanks for your prompt response. I would like if you are an expert or you have someone whom I can be referred. Thank once more sir.
I don't fix opel and I don't know anyone who does.
kingreign(m): 6:04am On Aug 01, 2023
rapheal5:
Pls gurus in the house help me, since the last time my kazeem help me change the tension adjuster of my 05 corrola I noticed some noise coming from engine side but he said it's the power steering pump but today the engine is really making noise and it shows a red engine sign of oil dropping....I called him to explain things to him he said they have to check the engine pump through the sump and I have to do it fast before it knocks the engine...I'm just confused and tired I have spent alot changing the adjuster twice in 2 months😫

You should stop driving that car till it's fixed. Do not start that engine!

Your mechanic is right.
jojomario(m): 7:06am On Aug 01, 2023
kingreign:


this number +2348033910382
Godd morning boss. I called the number. He said he does not have the engine available.

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rapheal5(m): 1:28pm On Aug 01, 2023
kingreign:


You should stop driving that car till it's fixed. Do not start that engine!

Your mechanic is right.
ok thanks

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Igemburg(m): 9:37pm On Aug 01, 2023
Good day peeps

I need quick intervention on my Honda civic 2009 Gearbox issues
I experience heavy jerk when shifting from Park or Neutral into Drive or reverse, it delays a little before jerking heavily.
But runs smoothly when moving.
I have changed the 2 solenoids, change the oil still the same, my mechanic suggest changing the Gearbox but am not convinced my Gearbox is totally bad just like that, I think it's a solvable problem. Kindly help in this regards if you have ever experienced such and solved it.
kingreign(m): 10:48pm On Aug 01, 2023
Igemburg:
Good day peeps

I need quick intervention on my Honda civic 2009 Gearbox issues
I experience heavy jerk when shifting from Park or Neutral into Drive or reverse, it delays a little before jerking heavily.
But runs smoothly when moving.
I have changed the 2 solenoids, change the oil still the same, my mechanic suggest changing the Gearbox but am not convinced my Gearbox is totally bad just like that, I think it's a solvable problem. Kindly help in this regards if you have ever experienced such and solved it.

Have you scanned it?
Did you drain and refill its transmission fluid?
If yes, what transmission fluid do you use in servicing it?

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