i was driving my S500 and the engine shut off and it wont restart

2001 MERCEDES BENZ S500
117 MILES
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FARIA
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this has happend now three times. it does eventually start but it takes about a hour or so.
Nov 26, 2011 at 7:15 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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When it doesn't start, you need to check for spark to the plugs and fuel to the engine. One will be missing. From that point, you can focus on the circuit with the problem.
Nov 26, 2011 at 7:39 PM
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