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Turn signal problem-81 300D

I have a 1981 300D. On a recent road trip I had to run my hazards for an extended period of time while in the mountains (why I had to have them on is another story: throttle pivot mount failure - argh!). Anyway, at some point, the flashers just quit. Now I have no turn signals. I checked the fuses, and they're fine; I also checked the light bulbs - all are okay. Could the hazard have blown out a relay somewhere? If so, where, and how would I know if that's the problem? Any other ideas? Thanks! Mike

Chassis Model Number

W123

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Diesel Engine Specific Aid

What's the firewall throttle bushing called, where do I get one?

My '81 300TD TurboDiesel wagon has some kind of throttle bushing (rubbery filled metalic thing that screws onto the firewall and holds the throttle linkage from firewall to the "stop engine" lever on valve cover) on the firewall that seems to be deteriorating and the acelerator is becoming very mushy. I'm sure I'm only getting about 1/3 of the actual throttle so I'd like to replace this. I don't know what to call it, let alone where to get it. If anyone has any knowledge as to what this is called, I'd appreciate it. Thanks so much!

Chassis Model Number

W123

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Diesel Engine Specific Aid

Suspension creeky-clunking - Track Rod Mount?

Got a 240D '83. Great shape overall - but all (replace-over-repair) mechanics say I need all new suspension parts. I have replaced shocks with new bilsteins. Overall she rides fine thru bumps and dips, better than newer cars of non-German manufacture. Problem: Deep dips yield a creeky-klunk that sounds like it is coming directly from the passenger foot area - just where the track rod mount is anchored on the opposite side. Get this: barely noticable in the summer, it sounds really bad in the colder (non-freezing) weather...does this indicate anything clearly wrong?

Chassis Model Number

W123

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Body and Interior Specific Aid

300ce engine loses power at highway speeds

Sir: I have a 1988 300CE with 108k miles. Recently, while driving at highway speeds, 60+ mph, the engine seems to lose power and the red "check engine" light blinks on for a few seconds. It feels like I am losing power in one or two cylinders for 5 to 10 seconds. Then, the power resumes, the engine light goes out and everything is OK. This problem will only occur about once in 20 or 30 minutes of highway driving. I took it to my local mechanic, he drove the car and, of course, this problem did not occur. Any suggestions? Thank you, tjw tward@hseinc.biz

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Body and Interior Specific Aid

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Chassis Model Number

W124

No oil filter?!

Hi I'm a new MB owner of a 1974 240D automatic. Like all vehicle I buy I change the filters as soon as possible after purchase. I believe the oil filter canister would be behind the injecter pump on the driver side of the motor, but alas no oil canister. The previous owner told me that he had put in a newer used motor after the first one blew. It runs like a top and doesn't have any problems but can anyone tell me where the filter is located. ! Thank you for your advice and help. Troubled MB owner.

Chassis Model Number

W115

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Body and Interior Specific Aid

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