The radiators on the Mercedes-Benz W204 have been made out of both plastic and metal for several years now. Like any other car they can wear out with time and age. They are also much more susceptible to breaking at the fitting. Unfortunately, if a fitting breaks you need to replace the entire radiator. The unit itself is expensive to replace, so before you buy a new one, pressure test the cooling system first and verify the location of any leaks. It will be easier and cheaper to replace a radiator hose or clamp than replacing the whole radiator.
The radiator on the W204 is not that difficult to replace. There is just a fair amount of stuff that you need to move out of the way to do it. If you take your time and begin by working on a cool car you will be fine.
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Time: 4 hours
Tab: $300 to $600
Tools: 25mm wrench :[ Ссылка ], flathead screw driver :[ Ссылка ], pliers :[ Ссылка ]
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Mercedes-Benz C350 (2008-14)
Mercedes-Benz GLK350 (2010-14)
Parts Required: Radiator :[ Ссылка ], coolant :[ Ссылка ], transmission fluid :[ Ссылка ]
Hot Tip: Work on a cool car
Performance Gain: Proper operating temperature
Complementary Modification: New hoses
