This is a very common failure item on the OM617 turbo diesel engines. There are two reasons why it bends or strips. 1) The original threaded adjusting rod is made of a VERY soft metal.
Kent has come up with a new repair kit that will permanently fix your sagging and sloppy inside door pulls. This applies to all W123 and W126 chassis. New ones are very expensive if you can find them. Good used ones are getting harder to get.
Tired of that sagging chrome door pull on your 123 or 126? My new kit will fix this problem permanently, and the handle will be better than when it left the factory.
WARNING READ CAREFULLY: If your vacuum pump recently broke apart there may be a reason for it other than just a vacuum pump fatigue failure. When these pumps break up inside there is usually a problem with the drive mechanism inside the diesel engine.
Buy the tools with the variety pack of LED dash bulbs and save $$$. Included are 2 bright white, 2 amber, 2 red, and 2 blue bulbs. You will receive video instructions on how to use the tools and how to change the bulbs. Watch the YouTube video below to get a quick overview.
To read or download in a 2-up format. Kent will walk you through the steps of adjusting the valve clearances on your older 190D, 200D, 220D, 240D, 300D, 300CD, 300TD, and 300SD. This procedure should be done every 12,000 miles. Two special wrenches are required.
If you have one of our pressure brake bleeders, you can easily attach this wand to the end of the hose by removing the brake master cylinder reservoir cap. You can place the exact amount of fluid in the tank, hang the wand in the fill hole, lock the valve open, and walk away.
Kent has found and tested this newest LED light bulb that you can install on the backside of your instrument cluster to increase your instrument lighting on your older Mercedes. With a more BLUE cast light, these bulbs will be much brighter, and they don't get hot!.
If you own one of these old W116, W123 or early W126 diesel Mercedes at some point this most likely will happen to you.
For 1980 to 1985 240D, 300D, 300CD, 300SD, 190E, 190D, 380SE, 380SEC, 500SEL and 380SEC. Do you have a power sunroof that is working poorly or maybe not at all? Does it move slowly in the morning, but it works fine when it heats up during the day?
NEW aftermarket knob almost identical to originals. Sold in sets of two as shown above.
In this xx-minute video, Kent will share some tips and tricks to get new side seals installed in your old Benz. We are sorry we are not able to supply side seals at this time, as the aftermarket ones available are lacking in quality.
This is part 8 of Kent's 8-part video series on servicing and repairing the power sunroofs on the 1980 to 1985 W123, W126, and W201.
This is part 7 of Kent's 8-part video series on servicing and repairing the power sunroofs on the 1980 to 1985 W123, W126, and W201. This video will cover ONLY those issues related to the sunroof round motor drive assembly.
These old power non-tilting sunroofs are now 40-plus years old. These are specifically the sunroofs that used the later style round motor.
This is part 2 of Kent's 9-part video series on servicing and repairing the power sunroofs on the 1980 to 1985 W123, W126, and W201. This video will cover ONLY those issues related to the sliding roof panel.
You must inspect the sway bar, especially if the car has been subjected to road salt. Kent will explain in more detail in the video below.
Both in good used condition as shown
When replacing the pan or the gasket we recommend installing these new stainless hex bolts and washers. You can see the pans these will work on below.
Did the engine just quit? Does it just not start even with prolonged cranking? What could it be? The first thing you want to determine with most older cars is whether there is spark to the plugs.
I have chosen to call this a "partial" overhaul kit because full rebuild kits have been NLA for years. However, many of these pumps still need help, so I have assembled this kit to help owners restore some of their lost vacuum output.
Have you ever wished you could get your hands on a manual that would answer all your diesel complaint questions?
When you download this from your "account" at Mercedessource.com you can print it on standard 8 1/2 x 11 paper, or you can view it from any computer if you are logged in at Mercedessource.
Forget about this bolt rusting again on your sway bar. Included are 2 correct bolts and blue thread locker to secure them in place.
Look for wetness around the back side of your tail lights as well as old streaks of white. These seals will leak when they are old.
PLEASE NOTE: EACH HOLDER HAS SIX SLOTS
When removing valve covers or changing wires, replace these with new ones. They may look good, but they usually break due to engine heat and age.
New black studded cap as shown.
This is a set of four STAINLESS STEEL custom machined Torx head door striker bolts. They will eliminate many headaches related to door closing issues on the W126 and 560SL doors.
Torx speed bit included. The door striker set shown includes eight new STAINLESS STEEL custom machined Torx bolts and instructions on installing and adjusting the new striker plates. What are the advantages of these new-style bolts?
Left and right door strikers as shown. No extras
Steel waste gate housing cover plate as shown. No hardware or gasket
Kent has been "into" lubrication since his younger years, flying and working on airplanes over 50 years ago.
Do you want the rear end to ride like a new on your later 126 sedan or coupe? Then you have to replace the key suspension rubber parts that attach the rear suspension to the car. This kit has the parts you need, but it does not include instructions.
Good used condition. no damage or excessive wear on the teeth.
This is a set of four STAINLESS STEEL custom machined Torx head door striker bolts. They will eliminate many headaches related to door closing issues on the W123 doors on all models from 1977 to 1985.
You will receive two specialty drill bits and a modified star socket, along with very detailed video instructions on how to use these tools to remove a damaged head hex bolt without damaging the door frame or the old striker.
If you round out a head on a W123, W126, or 560SL door striker bolt, you don't have to panic. This video will show you two ways to remove the damaged bolt using Kent's emergency removal tool set.
When you install a new door striker, you will have to adjust it so the door closes and fits properly. This can be time-consuming, as it involves a fair amount of trial and error.
Do you want to make the rear end ride like a new R107 - Then you have to replace the key suspension rubber parts that attach the rear suspension to the car. This kit has the parts you need. No instructions.
Kits contains:
This deluxe kit includes three products related to the rear-end fuel delivery system for the models mentioned. That is the fuel pump, the fuel filter, and the fuel accumulator.
Kent will demonstrate in this 11-minute video how to repair small rust holes in the trunk wells on older Mercedes W116, W123, W126, W124 and W201 chassis. This technique can also be used anywhere you find small non-structural rust holes forming.
These are the forward trailing arm bushings that connect the arms to the rear subframe. When these bushing get old or start to crack and break apart, you may hear noises in the back and the rear end may want to steer the car on its own.
This part wears out over time and can cause a number of problems. Door clunking going over rough ground, door not closing easily, door accidentally popping open while driving, or you find yourself slamming the door just to get it fully closed.
This part wears out over time and can cause a number of problems. Door clunking going over rough ground, door not closing easily, door accidentally popping open while driving, or you find yourself slamming the door just to get it fully closed.
GENUINE MERCEDES FRONT SUNROOF SEAL
In this video, Kent will show you the tricks of getting the front sunroof seal installed without pulling your hair out. It will require the tool shown that is included with the purchase of the front seal.