Electrical
Knowing How to Use the Cruise Control Lever on Older Mercedes
We share with you the factory instructions for most models from the late 1970's to late 1980's
W126
89 300 SE no power
I've got an 89 300 SE that is an absolute slug when it is cold, and won't start when it is hot. Fuel pressure is within spec,and the coolant sensor is within range. I'm thinking the fuel accumulator is bad.Any help would be appreciated.
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91 350SDL - are there Monarch nozzles available?
I have converted an 83 300TD and am quite happy with this car. I put Monarch nozzles in the injectors.
I have a 91 350SDL (118K) that I want to convert with a two tank system. I have it installed and checked out getting oil from the tank in the trunk where I have the WVO pump. No problems getting oil all the way through the system. The air has been pumped out.
I checked the WVO tank and made sure air could enter it as I pump WVO out of it.
I switch over when the oil is about 140 degrees and the engine soon starts chugging and then dies. If I switch back to diesel and crank for a bit, then I can restart the car.
Even if I switch over when the engine is warm and the car is just idling it is not very happy. (unlike my 300TD).
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87 SDL emergency brake release problem ??
n/a i have a 87 sdl and my emergency brake pedal will no longer retract with hand pull.ive used my foot to lift it up,but now that will not work anymore.i
was told that my cable needs replacing and that its not in the foot pedal mechanism.has anyone replaced this-my indy shop said its a 7 hour labor job.i would like to do this myself and know that the front and rear seat carpet and console have to come out.any info on console removal or other tips .?
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Engine
Diagnosing Diesel Engine Knocking Noises
Diesel Purge can help you isolate the noise
$82.50
W107 W126 Chassis 380 V8 Engine Thermostat and Short Hose Replacement Kit
For 380SL, 380SLC, 380SE, 380SEL and 380SEC. When replacing an old thermostat always replace the short hose that it is attached to!
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Power Steering Fluid - Per Liter
All Models with power steering from 1958 to 1985
84 300SD rear subframe mount replacement estimate ??
Anyone ever have their rear subframe mounts and trailing arm bushings replaced or do it yourself? How long did it take? I'm getting a labor quote from an Indy shop tomorrow, not sure why they couldn't give me a range over the phone....
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instructions for installing new door adjustment switch on '82 300SD
I ordered this kit from Mercedes Source. You have to solder in the wires into this kit for a new electrical switch for the drivers power seat adjustment. But it didn't come with instructions. I have done soldering before but I would like a few tips on how to do this right the first time without messing anything up. For one thing, there is no crimping involved right? Aside from a soldering iron, I shouldn't need any special tools right?
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Engine won't shut off instantly/'82 300SD
It looks like I might have a vacuum leak. After turning off the engine via the steering column the engine still runs for about 2 seconds. If I press on the diesel pedal the engine will actually speed up a little then shut off. I would would like to know: Is the system under positive pressure or negative pressure? How do you test the fuel pump stop diaphragm to see if it holds pressure? Also the door locks still work but the brake booster isn't as effective recently as I have been having these problems.