I have a 2007 Mercedes that won’t start


I have a 2007 Mercedes that won’t start Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the [battery](/topics-battery-mercedes/), particularly the terminal connections? Are they corroded? I’ve checked them and they aren’t corroded...

I have a 2007 Mercedes that won’t start Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the [battery](/topics-battery-mercedes/), particularly the terminal connections? Are they corroded? I’ve checked them and they aren’t corroded They were loose I tightened them and it still is having issues Mechanic's Assistant: What is the model of your '07 Mercedes? C230 Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your C230 yourself? What have you tried so far? Yes I’ve gotten a diagnosis for ignition coil misfire and low battery voltage and also something with the fuel bank trim 1 &2

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OldNo not every time
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Ok the cells in the vehicles battery are bad and they will not accept a jump or charge . You need to replace the vehicles battery first regardless and if there is still and issue then we can continue but the battery should take care for the issue. If you need more help please use the reply tab to continue our conversation. I am here to help you in anyway I possibly can. Please Stay Safe ! It was my pleasure helping you today .

I placed it alreadyWith a battery just as old so I should try new battery right
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Correct!

Customer attachment 2/16/2021 6:22:52 PM

I have this one too will this workI don't want to put in in the car and it make it worseI'm also going to replace my terminals with Duracell universal
Automotive Expert
No thats not the correct battery you need a new fresh battery .

Ok ty
Automotive Expert
If the terminals are damaged so definitely replace those as well.

Ok thank you
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My Pleasure!

Can a Ford Explorer battery replace a Mercedes battery? I have someone that can replace it through their insurance but they have a Ford Explorer
Automotive Expert
No totally different.

Will this one work?
Automotive Expert
I wouldn't chance it you need the exact battery it calls for as Mercedes are very finicky.

Ok thank you so you know the exact battery I need since I was given it with the faulty battery
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Part number A0009823208 / A 000 982 32 08

Thank you very much I appreciate youThis is all I'm finding will this work
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[REPLACEMENT BATTERY FOR MERCEDES BENZ C230 V6 2.5L 760CCA YEAR 2007 | eBay](https://www.ebay.com/itm/REPLACEMENT-BATTERY-FOR-MERCEDES-BENZ-C230-V6-2-5L-760CCA-YEAR-2007/133369943798?hash=item1f0d77d6f6:g:6v8AAOSwm69eeiW2)

It says discontinuedOk thank you again
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Your welcome

I'm sorry I can't afford that battery at the moment but i looked it up and found this

Customer attachment 2/16/2021 7:20:21 PM
Automotive Expert
It needs to have the same exact specs or will not work. You can try but need to have the same specs and cold cranking amps.

Ok
Automotive Expert
Glad to help.

Thank you sorry the kids are giving me a hard time and I don't feel to well thank you for all your help
Automotive Expert
My pleasure have 4 kids myself. Hang in there.

Thank you.
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