MY E500 starts and runs until it gets hot, then it will not start. It turns over just fine but will not start until it sits and cool down. Whats going on?

Asked by bigboy444 Sep 15, 2013 at 10:30 PM about the 2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 500

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My car will not start after it gets warm.It will only turn over, once it cools down it starts
again.

4 Answers

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Most likely a crankshaft position sensor. Otherwise a fuel pump.

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My 2003 e500 has the same problem but Benz dealer put in new crankshaft position sensor and checked fuel pump. Fuel pump was fine sensor new but same problem. Anyone gave ideas?

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