1998 Mercedes Benz CLK320 engine wont start

1998 MERCEDES BENZ CLK320
104,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MELMEL
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can someone help me figure out what is wrong with my car. engine would crank but sounded like something broke and clanked under the hood like something broke and was sounding like a pin ball machine. everytime would try tocrank the light would dim and then get brighter.
Jan 6, 2008 at 11:35 AM
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GFIMOTORCARS
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Either you are experiencing some major internal engine issues or your starter has completely internally seperated. You will need to have this looked at by a professional. If this is an internal engine issue continually trying to start the vehicle will damage the motor more each time.
Feb 15, 2009 at 10:13 PM
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