williblitz1
Mercedes SL reduced engine power issue
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A 2009 Mercedes SL is experiencing reduced engine power, a check engine light, rough running, jerking acceleration, and occasional stalling at idle, suggesting a mixture preparation error. Possible causes include a defective injector, faulty mass airflow sensor, or dirty throttle body. The solution involved replacing a defective injector, which resolved the issue.
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williblitz1 (community.author)
Spark plugs are new. How can I check the mass airflow sensor or throttle body? What exactly did you have to replace to fix your car?
robinswift1
Well, without proper diagnostic tools, checking the mass airflow sensor is difficult. A mechanic can read the values. As for the throttle body, you can visually inspect it for carbon buildup. In my case, it turned out to be a defective injector. It was causing a rich mixture. You really need to get a diagnostic scan to pinpoint which one is failing. Best get it to a workshop.
williblitz1 (community.author)
Thanks for the insight. Took it to the workshop, and you were right - a defective injector. Replaced it and it cost me 515€. Runs like new now.
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robinswift1
Sounds familiar. I had a similar issue with my SL, though I can't recall the year. Those symptoms point to an air-fuel ratio problem, possibly running a rich mixture. Have you checked your spark plugs? Sometimes a faulty mass airflow sensor or a dirty throttle body can also cause similar issues, like throwing off the air-fuel ratio. It's like a domino effect, one thing goes wrong and the rest follows.