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   * pay close attention to [[https://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/bevolisten/229.5_en.html|M-B specs for engine oils]].  [[https://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/d/d/en/Spec_223_2.pdf|Which spec goes with which engine]].   * pay close attention to [[https://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/bevolisten/229.5_en.html|M-B specs for engine oils]].  [[https://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/d/d/en/Spec_223_2.pdf|Which spec goes with which engine]].
 +  * Service may be difficult to locate. When found the parts and hourly rate are expensive, particularly at M-B dealerships.
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 ===== RAM Promaster ===== ===== RAM Promaster =====
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 Learn more about this vehicle on [[https://www.promasterforum.com/|the Promaster forum]] or the [[rv:ram_promaster|Promaster article]]. Learn more about this vehicle on [[https://www.promasterforum.com/|the Promaster forum]] or the [[rv:ram_promaster|Promaster article]].
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   * the small bolts on the intake plenum can rust and seize.((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/rusted-intake-plenum-manifold-bolts.87023/post-674445))  Solutions include waterproofing the bolts or cutting and installing an engine cover((Part number 04861773AA)).    * the small bolts on the intake plenum can rust and seize.((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/rusted-intake-plenum-manifold-bolts.87023/post-674445))  Solutions include waterproofing the bolts or cutting and installing an engine cover((Part number 04861773AA)). 
  
 +  * the odometer cannot record more than 1 million kilometers (~620,000 miles)((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/replaced-ecm-on-2014-pm-3500-3-6-with-620k.92394/))
   * diesel version transmission disliked by many   * diesel version transmission disliked by many
   * steering wheel is bus-like and not tilt-adjustable   * steering wheel is bus-like and not tilt-adjustable
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   * 6th gear is very high for MPG purposes;  the PM will downshift to 5th on minor grades   * 6th gear is very high for MPG purposes;  the PM will downshift to 5th on minor grades
   * some fuel pumps shut off frequently while fueling the vehicle   * some fuel pumps shut off frequently while fueling the vehicle
 +  * if the transmission-to-frame ground is loose it can affect the ignition interlock((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/no-start-key-stuck-new-battery-didnt-fix-it.80634/post-613641))
  
  
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