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1982 240D Poor Electrical Connection to Starter?

Hi Kent et al.,

I have a 1982 240D with manual transmission. Lately I've been having intermittent starter trouble. I've followed the 'Why Wont My Mercedes Engine Crank Over' guide.

My battery is in good condition and reads 12.4VDC, and I'm confident the charging system is working correctly.

When I jumper the solenoid I get the same behavior as turning the key. Here's what happens:

The solenoid seems to be working properly, and sends current to the starter. The starter spins, but fails to fully engage. I hear a rattling/grinding sound, which sounds like the gears failing to mesh, and instead chattering against each other.

Chassis Model Number

W123

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Diesel Engine Specific Aid

1984 300D Rear shoe brake replacement adjustment.

Just replaced and tryed adjusting rear brake shoe assembly with new rotors...Now, the car does not back up or feels like it is rolling up onto something. Not sure if I adjusted the star gear properly. I know there is a balance, but this is getting frustrating. The E-Brake pedal inside the car does not get enough resistant/stiff when pedal is pushed down. It releases fine/quick.

Chassis Model Number

W123

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Transmission / Suspension Specific Aid

1980 300D Slow ATF Leak

I recently changed the fluid and filter for the automatic transmission in my 1980 300D. I'm not sure how many versions of the fluid pan Mercedes made, but mine has a drain plug that screws in to the pan through the filler line. The plug has opennings in it that allow the fluid to pass through to fill the pan. I cleaned everything well and replaced the aluminum washers with new copper ones, so I was surprised to find it leaking. I was thinking about putting a thin layer of RTV on the washers to improve the seal, but was wondering if there are any other fixes I could try first.

Chassis Model Number

W123

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85 300td radiator epoxiable???

so...just replaced my radiator, all hoses and the thermostat (all mercedes source parts)...putting the hoses back on and when i go to the this hose that goes from the top left of the radiator to the top of the coolant reservoir, as i was tightening the clamp, the plastic nipple of the radiator snapped off...do i need to buy a new new radiator now, or can it be epoxied and still used???...any recommendations on the specific glue to use???...

really bummed at my mistake, came down to a lack of presence in the final moments...thanks for your support!

Chassis Model Number

W123

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81 240D vacuum lines diagram

I have a 81 240D automatic that does not have a EGR or a multi pin plug. There are some lines that were not connected and need a diagram. My car doesn't have one and all the other ones that I can find have both EGR and multi pin plug. can you help I don't know if this will help but here are a few pic.

Thanks Lisa

http://s274.photobucket.com/albums/jj247/spazhogdog/my%20car/

Chassis Model Number

W123

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