the belt has apparantly split, or come out of tracks. it is the toothed belt
2006-08-20 02:40:18 · 4 answers · asked by m. scott 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Mercedes-Benz
What belt are you talking about? The timing "belt" (which is a chain), or a regular drive belt for alternator, AC, etc?
If it's the timing chain that broke, be prepared for a very ugly repair bill. If the chain broke and damaged the pistons or valves, this car is probably totalled, as Mercedes V-8s of this era are incredibly expensive to rebuild---more than the value of the entire car in fact. If the chain broke and hasn't damaged anything, be sure to have the chain replaced with the latest updated version of same. A "chain-alone" replacement won't be cheap either.
If it's just a rubber drive belt of some sort, then figure a few hours labor X whatever the going rate is in your town, so maybe a $300--$400 repair tops.
Chain defects are well known in this model.
2006-08-21 04:21:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no toothed belt on that car. Someone may have installed an aftermarket belt with teeth on it. The cost about $12.00 or so depending on which one it is. I think its GOODYEAR belts that are notched like that. Also Continental belts have what look like teeth on them. Look at the pulleys you ll see the are all smooth.
2006-08-20 17:04:53 · answer #2 · answered by uthockey32 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Its not a belt, its a chain. If its not broken then change is easy, if it did break then it may have damaged guides or other components check it closely. Good luck.
2006-08-21 08:24:36 · answer #3 · answered by dvilly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Replace the belt, they can be a little pricey but worth the cost.
2006-08-20 09:46:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋