Transmission
Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Binding
The transmission will bind or won't shift if worn bushings are out of adjustment
W123
Preventive maintenance, avoid catastrophic failure, '82 300D
Hi,
I purchased today an '82 300D Mercedes with 150k miles for $1500, but there are no maintenance records that came with the car.
The car is running fine, but because I have no history, I prefer to assume that none of the maintenance is up to date.
Beside the obvious fluid and filter changes, WHAT ELSE I NEED TO DO TO AVOID CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURES?
Is it possible to get a list or point me to one if it is already answered?
Thanks, Mike
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1985 300D running hot
My 1985 300D always has been running on the cool side(barely hitting 80C)
Ordered a thermostat with a recent MB Source order and finally installed the other day while doing regular maintenance.Re-filled with MB coolant50/50 H20 and now it runs hot! (95-97C). What should I suspect first?
Thanks,
Michael
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Transmission
Does Your Automatic Transmission Really Need Replacing?
Be careful to not let someone sell you a rebuilt transmission!
1983 300td fender wheel well trim
I am looking for the stainless/chrome fender/wheel well trim that was available for the early 80's wagon.
It may not be a rare item, but I have yet to find it.
Thanks in advance
sean
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$94.50
SLS (Self Leveling Suspension) Fluid Service Kit with Instructions
For 300TD Wagon 190E 16V 500SEL and Other Models up to 1991 with FREE filter for the W123 wagon
1984 300D front pipe replacement
Hi all, hope everyone is healthy and enjoying the new year. I am in the middle of replacing the front pipe on my 1984 300D Turbodiesel. This is the pipe that has some accordion flex incorporated into it and runs from the back of the turbo to the pipe of the resonator situated just under the passenger footwell. My question: Is the seal ring or "donut" the same type on both ends of this pipe secton?
Thanks for any help.
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$9.95
Ultimate Oil Resistant Hi-Temp Reinforced Vacuum hose - 3 FEET
For 1/8 inch vacuum hose connectors on 240D 300D 300TD 300CD 300SD
1984 300 D fuel reserve light.
Hi all. My fuel guage works with the exception of the "low fuel light". When I go to start the car the light shows so I know the bulb is good. It just does'nt light when the fuel gets low to the point where it should come on. Can I take the sending unit out of the tank and see if the contacts that would trigger the light are some how being impeded? Can I perhaps clean the contacts rather than spring for a new sending unit. I can live without the light but will try an easy cheap fix.
Thanks Mike G.
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1984 300D Noisy Turbo
I have a strange noise that sounds like a fan with bad bearings. I hear it when the car is under load (going up hill) or just hard acceleration. Sounds to me like it is coming from the turbo. Is there any typical recomended areas to inspect that would cause this such as the EGR valve or intake manifold for this car. Also is there a cleaning solution that can be directly sprayed into the Turbo?