Leaking Cam Magnet

[mulderang]

Hi Guys,

Anyone encourage this before??

[BabyA]

Which gen is your C-Klasse, W203 or W204? Seems very common with W203.

Quote/Unquote

"One thing that drivers of the C Class Mercedes-Benz have reported is a problem with the cam magnet sensor leaking oil into the wiring harness and causing damage. Some drivers believe that the part will last at least 60,000km without fail, but others have experienced this problem well below that benchmark. The rubber seal affixed to the electrical plug may be the culprit in the leak. Eventually, the seal will loosen, especially as it is exposed to heat and dirt.

The solution to this problem may simply require the replacement of the cam magnet sensor with a new one. If this issue is not addressed, it will only continue to leak oil into the wiring harness. This new part, of course, will be subjected to similar, if not the exact same road conditions and is therefore likely to loose its elasticity as well."