Dealers are instructed to replace the vent hose whenever an affected vehicle is in the shop.
But you should also clean the vent hose at the back of the dryer every six months.
Make sure your vent hose is in good shape.
If you have the white plastic vent hose, replace it now!
Take a pair of old pantyhose and secure it over the dryer vent hose with duct tape.
Go under the truck and remove the filler hose and vent hose from neck; you will see the hose clamps you need to loosen.
Use the aluminum type vent hose and make sure the length is as short as possible and not crushed or kinked.
For the unit to function well, the gaps between the window adapter for the vent hose and the sides of the window must be sealed off.
MERCEDES-BENZ The company has begun a service campaign to replace engine vent hoses on C-Class models.
In TSB 2008020002 issued on March 1, company officials say the vent hoses on 2003-5 mayels may not meet specifications, and could crack and result in a rough-running engine.
