vanlifeof3cats
New member
Hello everyone! Nice to meet you.
We have recently purchased a Sprinter van (2014 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 Size: 170).
Upon the arrival we have noticed several issues with the vehicle- despite it having passed the safety test (somehow!).
The seller has kindly agreed to fix the van and actually finished fixing some issues, such as:
check engine light / small cracks on the windshield / lack of windshield wipers / dysfunctional rear view camera
This week we just received our van after the repair and we were finally happy with the vehicle...
UNTIL
very strong wind came and forced our front door to slam into the tail light of the Sprinter (*photos), that was just parked in front for a load-up...
It happened while I was moving a heavy box, and I saw it happen just as I got to the fully opened door!
The wind was so strong that even after this minor crash, it still forced and held the door opened- and I could not shut it (let alone move it!) until the wind died down.
I would like to ask the Sprinter veterans of this forum for some advice:
1. Is it advisable to order a tail light replacement part from Amazon.ca? It sells for around CAD $140, and seller answer confirms that it comes with 3 clips. Reviews are somewhat promising...
2. Has anyone here tried and successfully replaced a tail light at home? I have found some videos on YouTube, showing how it's done- and based on that I seem to have the necessary tools.
3. Anyone based in Canada: how much would a mechanic charge IF I bought the replacement part, and only asked for the labour?
Currently the Sprinter displays a warning sign "Right Tail Lamp", but only when the car starts.
I would really like to fix this issue ASAP, but cannot afford an expensive mechanic service at the moment. Any advice would be really appreciated!
Thank you very much for your attention and time.
We have recently purchased a Sprinter van (2014 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 Size: 170).
Upon the arrival we have noticed several issues with the vehicle- despite it having passed the safety test (somehow!).
The seller has kindly agreed to fix the van and actually finished fixing some issues, such as:
check engine light / small cracks on the windshield / lack of windshield wipers / dysfunctional rear view camera
This week we just received our van after the repair and we were finally happy with the vehicle...
UNTIL
very strong wind came and forced our front door to slam into the tail light of the Sprinter (*photos), that was just parked in front for a load-up...
It happened while I was moving a heavy box, and I saw it happen just as I got to the fully opened door!
The wind was so strong that even after this minor crash, it still forced and held the door opened- and I could not shut it (let alone move it!) until the wind died down.
I would like to ask the Sprinter veterans of this forum for some advice:
1. Is it advisable to order a tail light replacement part from Amazon.ca? It sells for around CAD $140, and seller answer confirms that it comes with 3 clips. Reviews are somewhat promising...
2. Has anyone here tried and successfully replaced a tail light at home? I have found some videos on YouTube, showing how it's done- and based on that I seem to have the necessary tools.
3. Anyone based in Canada: how much would a mechanic charge IF I bought the replacement part, and only asked for the labour?
Currently the Sprinter displays a warning sign "Right Tail Lamp", but only when the car starts.
I would really like to fix this issue ASAP, but cannot afford an expensive mechanic service at the moment. Any advice would be really appreciated!
Thank you very much for your attention and time.
Attachments
-
133 KB Views: 80
-
101.9 KB Views: 77