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We work with 79 friendly, professional garages and mechanics nationwide. Whatever the symptoms (e.g. a clicking noise, an issue with cold starts or 'hot starting', or after a long drive), one of our specialists will put things right.

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HiQ Enfield
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4.9 / 5

HiQ Enfield is part of the HiQ network covering over 110 centres within the UK. Our services include Tyres, Car Servicing, MOT Class 4&7, 3D Wheel Alignment, Air Con

MJ VEHICLE REPAIR LTD
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WE ARE RAC APPROVED GARAGE In our garage, we carry out our job to meet the highest standards and professional requirements. There is nothing that we can not fix as we

M and M AUTOTECH LTD
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Mike first opened the business in 2010 from previously working at Vauxhall Main Dealers. Mike started with the aim of getting back to the basics of motor repairs and to g

Formula One Autocentres - Enfield
646 Jobs Completed
London
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Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

JHM Mobile
48 Jobs Completed
Barnsley
5.0 / 5

JHM Mobile service, diagnostic and repairs, operating in the South Yorkshire area but not limited. Offering the ease of brining the garage to you. With over 8 years in th

SAD - Automotive Mobile Repair (CB)
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Norwich
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Select A Driver Ltd. - Automotive Repair is a small team of mobile mechanics, with loads of experience and knowledge to keep you on the road, with the added benefit of no

Fife Autocentre - Dundee
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Fife Autocentre has since 1993, become a household name and is now established as Fife's leading dealer and distributor of tyres, brakes, servicing, MOT’s, batteries, exh

Dudek Motors
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For quick, reliable and high-quality car repairs and servicing, get in touch with Dudek Motors Dundee. Our expert mechanics will diagnose any problems with your car and r

ABZ Autoworks Ltd
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C.L.M Autocare
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With more than 15 years’ experience, you can rest assured if your vehicle has a problem or requires a repair, we can fix it. We bring together a group of dedicated and

Joys motors Ltd
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Reading
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ROYAL CARS AUTOCENTRE LIMITED t/a AUTODOCS
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HIGH WYCOMBE
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Based in heart of Buckinghamshire in High Wycombe we are both AA and RAC approved garage, we provide the following: Bodywork Whether it’s a minor scratch or major coll

S&M mobile technician
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Liverpool MOT (UK) Limited
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Liverpool
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In our well equipped AA approved workshop, we are able to cope with nearly any kind of work. We have a wide variety of specialist tools and diagnostic equipment to suit m

T&N Autos ltd
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TAUNTON
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Family run garage based in Priorswood area, Taunton, Somerset. Professional car repairs, service, brakes, tyres, clutches, gearboxes, steerings and engine replacement ser

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Is your Mercedes not starting? Find a mobile jump start service nearby

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My Mercedes Car Won't Start

Hopefully our FAQ section has answered some of the questions you may have about getting your car to start. However, if you would like more information, we have the produced the following guide to help you understand the subject in greater detail.

There are a variety of reasons for a Mercedes not starting as there are many systems which effect the mechanism for starting an engine.

If your Mercedes won’t start it can be extremely irritating as there may be no way of knowing what the problem is. You may have a minor issue that you could resolve with a small amount of maintenance or it could be a major problem that requires a professionally trained mechanic to diagnose and repair.

If your Mercedes is not starting the best thing to do is get a mechanic to come out to where you live and take a look at the vehicle which you can do by entering your details in the form above.

If you would like to learn what the problem may be, read on!

No start on a rainy dayIf your Mercedes seems to be working fine on a dry day but won’t start when it’s raining, it’s likely that the distributer cap has moisture inside. Fortunately, this is not disastrous and will not require a huge amount of repair work from a mechanic. All that is involved in the service is using solvent to evaporate moisture from the unit.

If you think you can carry out this job and know where your distribution cap is, it is essential that you keep the following points in mind.

  • Only use a lint free rag
  • Only use clean solvent as even a speck of petrol mixed in will cause an explosion within your car.

This is the easiest job to self-diagnose and complete without the help of a mechanic however the following issues should be referred onto a professional should you see these symptoms in your own Mercedes.

  • The car engine starts but then dies
  • The car engine makes a clicking noise and won’t start
  • The car cranks over but won’t start
  • The car is silent when you turn the key in the ignition
  • The car won’t start on cold mornings
  • The engine misses while idling
  • The engine misses or hesitates during acceleration
  • The engine knocks or pings

There is no way of knowing what could be causing you an issue so it is essential that you have a mechanic assess your car asap. If yourMercedes battery has died this will be an easier problem to resolve as all that is required is a jump from another vehicle.

If you need to jump start your Mercedes due to a dead battery, follow these instructions. However, don’t forget to have your vehicle checked by a mechanic even if a jump start works.

  • Find your jump cables
  • Line another car up and park it, leaving both ignitions off
  • Remove the caps from each battery
  • Connect the cables
  • Attach one of the red clips to the positive terminal of your battery (it will have POS or a plus sign on it and it may be bigger than the negative terminal)
  • Attach the red clip on the other end to the terminal of the other car.
  • Attach one of the black clips to the negative terminal of the working cars battery
  • Attach the other end of the black clip to a surface area of unpainted metal on the car that isn’t working (somewhere far away from the carburettor or battery)
  • Try to start your engine

If the engine starts, brilliant! Take a drive around as this will recharge the battery.


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If it doesn’t, go back and make sure the cables are all attached properly and let the other car run for five minutes or so.

If the Mercedes still won’t start, then it is likely your car has a major issue that you should get a mechanic to look as soon as possible.

Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price is not always easy. We work with a network of 8,000 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find a competitive repair deal for you.

To find the best garages available in your area:

  • Enter your car registration number
  • Give us a few details about your car and your requirements
  • We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in your area

You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best deal in your area, before booking the repair online.

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