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1984 300td wagon transmission reparable?

i am looking to purchase a 1984 300 td wagon that supposedly needs a new transmission...the owner says a month ago it was rocking, great acceleration and power, no signs of wear...then one day, going up hill, the transmission in an instant started having issues..she discovered the transmission fluid was almost all gone...she then added 4 quarts and overfilled it, drove on it for a couple of weeks and had all sorts of transmission issues...brought it to a mechanic who cleaned the fluid and adjusted the transmission and 3 weeks oast with it working ok...

Chassis Model Number

W123

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Transmission / Suspension Specific Aid

1986 300sdl Transmission problems

HI, Ive got a 1986 300sdl that I have fixed some vaccum lines on and changed transmission fluid in. Transmission shifts perfectly in all gears when cold but after driving awhile it gets stuck in either 2nd or 3rd gear. Most of the time shifting it back into N and back to drive will get it to upshift back to 4th. Would like to know what to look at and how to test. I have 5in vaccum at transmission at an idle. Any help Please and thanks.

Chassis Model Number

W126

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Transmission / Suspension Specific Aid

1979 300SD windows and interior

Kent:

Just purchased a 1979 300SD with a great engine and body, but a trashed interior. Windows are not moving, switches for windows have been removed and just dangling (someone was obviously trying to diagnose the problem).

I have ordered your interior manuals about dashboards, etc. However, where can I find good replacement parts. Suggestions for sites? Also, how about exterior parts (i.e. like trim, etc.). Any suggestions on where to find those types of parts.

Also, do you have any guidance on troubleshooting the 116 windows?

Chassis Model Number

W116

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Body and Interior Specific Aid

1984 300TDT shifting linkage adjustment

I unthinkingly started to unscrew the shifting linkage on top of the valve cover before removing the valve cover for adjustments. (1st time on OM617 engine) I quickly realized my folly but too late. All is back together but shifting is quite out of whack! How do you properly adjust that? I have tried to return it to where the "dirty" part of the linkage meets the connection. That made it work better, but initial startup from a stop is painfully SLOW! TIA for all your helpful responses!
Tom Norris

Chassis Model Number

W123

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Transmission / Suspension Specific Aid

'74 240D 115 Motor Mounts (w/AC)

Today I received my right motor mount and install instruction. Thanks for the timely shipping.

I have the left motor mount on order with MB. My understanding is that the left motor mount is much different in shape and install.

The instuctions do not cover the install of this left mount. Do you have any additional tips, or suggestions for this mount install?

Thanks in advance.

Chassis Model Number

W115

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Diesel Engine Specific Aid

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