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Digital PDF instructions for cleaning your pencil glow plug chambers. 5 pages of step by step instructions with detailed pictures to visually assist you in completing the job.
Applies to 190D, 200D, 220D, 240D, 300D, 300CD, 300TD and 300SD (Not for 1984 to 1985 190D) Downloadable PDF eBook 3 explains how to properly remove and replace the glow plugs in the early diesel engines up to 1985.
If you have never replaced a hood star it can be frustrating getting the old one out and the new one in properly.
Our detailed instructions will explain how to do it in a few minutes with simple hand tools. Multiple pictures visually walk you through the process. PDF is 2 pages.
These instructions pertain only to the multi pin plug switch on the back of the ignition lock and key assembly.
If you have a W116 or W126 300SD or a turbo 1981 to 1985 5 cylinder W123 Diesel you must pay attention to your oil cooler hoses. If one of these hoses fail you will destroy the engine unless you are in the habit of looking at your oil pressure gauge every 5 minutes while driving.
Can't get your trunk open with the key? Lost the key?
For all Mercedes 124 chassis cars from 1986 up to 1993 ONLY. This includes the 260E, 300E, 300D, 300CE, 300TE, and 400E. This is the repair manual you 124 owners have been waiting for.
In a perfect world your diesel would not leak a drop of fluid. Unfortunately, with the age of your vehicle, it may not be economically possible to eliminate every leak. Sometimes you may just have to live with some leaks.
For all 126 sedans built from 1981 to 1991.
Fits the following, 201, 124, and 126 chassis with 6 cylinder single cam gas engine. In my opinion, the 103 6 cylinder gas engine (built from 1986 to 1993) is one of the best engines Mercedes has ever built.
FITS ALL 190E and 190D 1984 TO 1993. This is the repair manual you 201 owners have been waiting for. If your blower motor has been intermittent, or some days it will not come on until you drive for a while, your heater motor brushes are most likely at the end of their life.
Diagnose door lock problems on 1977 to 1985 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 280E 280CE. For all 123 chassis cars with vacuum door locks from 1977 to 1985. Now you can finally fix those pesky vacuum door locks yourself!
Covers 190D 300D 300TD 300SDL 350SD 350SDL 1984 - 1993. Book 4 in our glow plug series explains how to properly remove and replace the glow plugs in the OM 601 602 and 603 diesel engines from 1984 to 1993.
This guide will explain how to properly change the fluid and filter in your late 123, 126, 201, 124, late 107 chassis Mercedes as well as early 129 and 140 chassis. This includes model years from 1982 to 1993.
Installation instructions specific for 123 / 126 chassis only - general for other chassis. Details included on how to make your own fuel tank outlet hose and fitting with materials supplied in the Flexible Fuel Line Replacement kit.
This instruction booklet is meant to be an introduction to simple rust repairs. I have also written a manual that goes into more advanced repairs using Miracle Paint to replace larger rotted sections of sheet metal.
For all 107 chassis SL and SLC models built from 1972 to 1989 and all 114 / 115 chassis sedans and coupes from 1968 to 1976. If the front end of your W107 SL or SLC convertible or coupe or 114/115 wanders on the road or thunks when you go over railroad tracks
For all 107 chassis SL and SLC built from 1972 to 1989. This repair guide will take you through the process of how to properly remove your heater blower motor and replace the motors two brushes. This is the most common reason for failure.
This repair guide covers all 114 and 115 chassis Mercedes sedans built from 1968 to 1976. Removing a 114/115 chassis door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
This repair guide covers all 124 sedans and wagons 260E, 300D, 300E, 300TD, 300TE, 400E and 500E 1986 to 1993. Removing a 124 chassis sedan or door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
For most 123 chassis cars made from 1977 to 1985 and all 116 chassis sedans built from 1973 to 1980 with the Behr Heater motor. This repair guide will take you through the process of how to properly remove your heater blower motor and replace the motors two brushes.
Kent originally wrote this manual to go along with our 617 Turbo Diesel Front Crank Seal Replacement Kit as well as our 616 and 617 NON Turbo Crank Seal Kit. We have found that many of you are having problems with your front crank bolt loosening up or bolts sheer
If you have ever thought about replacing the seals in your sunroof here is a chance to read the manual so you can gauge the difficultly of the job. Seals and other repair parts can be purchased separately at a later date.
Applies to all 200D 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD 1965 to 1985
For all 111, 112, 108, 109, 114, 115, 107, 116, 123, 126 and 201 chassis (Non tilting roofs up through 1986). Do you have a power sunroof that is working poorly or maybe not at all?
Applies to 111 113 108 109 107 114 116 126 Chassis Mercedes.
We have compiled our three favorite repair and diagnostic manuals for you 201 Chassis Owners into our newest book Ensemble! By purchasing all three of these manuals together, you are saving 25% off retail. These manuals are in a printed and bound format.
Fits 114 115 116 123 and 126 Chassis. This set of detailed PDF instructions and plastic insertion tools with help you remove and install the front and rear door seals in your older Mercedes sedan or wagon.
Applies to all 110 115 116 123 126 201 124 140 diesels from 1961 to 1994. From my many years of working professionally on Mercedes diesels I have learned fuel injectors are the single most neglected maintenance item. I believe there are a number of reasons for this.
We have compiled our favorite repair and diagnostic manuals for you 123 Chassis Owners into our newest book Ensemble! By purchasing all five of these manuals together, you are saving just over 25% off retail. This book set includes the following titles by Kent Bergsma:
Have you ever wished you could get your hands on a manual that would answer all your diesel complaint questions?
FITS ALL 190E and 190D 1984 TO 1993. This is the repair manual you 201 owners have been waiting for. If your blower motor has been intermittent or some days it will not come on until you drive for a while, your heater motor brushes are most likely at the end of their life.
Applies to 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD Diesel This guide is written specifically for owners of 123 and 126 diesels from 1977 up to 1984. There are some sections that apply to the 115 and 116 chassis but it is not specific to those models.
Diagnose door lock problems on 1977 to 1985 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 280E 280CE. For all 123 chassis cars with vacuum door locks from 1977 to 1985. Now you can finally fix those pesky vacuum door locks yourself! Failure is almost always caused by vacuum leaks in the system.
This repair guide covers all 201 sedans models 190E and 190D from 1984 to 1993. Removing a 201 chassis sedan door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer. If you have not removed a door panel before, there are a few pitfalls.
For 200D 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD to 1985. This manual is written specifically for the diesel owner who wishes to know more about his engine and to understand how to tune and adjust it for maximum performance.
This repair guide covers all 114 and 115 chassis Mercedes sedans built from 1968 to 1976. Removing a 114/115 chassis door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
This repair guide covers all 123 chassis Mercedes sedans and wagons built from 1977 to 1985. Fits 240D 300D 300TD 300CD 280E Removing a 123 chassis door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
For most 123 chassis cars made from 1977 to 1985 and all 116 chassis sedans built from 1973 to 1980 with the Behr Heater motor. This repair guide will take you through the process of how to properly remove your heater blower motor and replace the motors two brushes.
FITS THE FOLLOWING: 114, 115, 107, 123 and 126 to 1985 chassis Mercedes that use the rear axles with the crimped sealed cans over the flex joints (spider). Mercedes rear axles of the 1970s and 1980s are extremely robust.
For all 126 sedans built from 1981 to 1991. This includes the 300SD, 380SE, 380SEL, 500SEL, 420SEL, 560SEL, 300SE, 300SEL, 300SDL, and 350SDL. Removing a 126 chassis door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
Applies to the following chassis: 111, 108, 109, 107, 116 and 126. Includes 3.5, 4.5, 350, 380, 450, 500, 420, and 560 V8 engines from 1970 to 1991. When Mercedes introduced their small 3.5 liter V8 in 1970 it was hailed as a technological breakthrough in automotive engine design.
This repair guide covers all 124 sedans and wagons 260E, 300D, 300E, 300TD, 300TE, 400E and 500E 1986 to 1993. Removing a 124 chassis sedan or door panel and doing related door maintenance and repair are all fairly easy jobs for the do-it-yourselfer.
A diesel compression test is an extremely important engine diagnostic procedure. It should be done on any diesel you are planning to purchase. More than any other test, it can tell you if you are purchasing a healthy engine.