My 1990 24v 300CE with 190,000 is having some problems. Comments about any would be most welcome.
- For the last few seasons, when the heat comes on, there is a smell from the system reminiscent of dry cleaning fluid. I am reasonably certain it is not antifreeze since it doesn't smell like it, and the windows do not fog. When the AC is on, no smell. With the heat on, the smell is pronounced.
- I have a warm start problem. When the car is cold, it starts with no problem at all. After driving, if the car sits for 15 minutes or so, it restarts fine. However, if it sits for 30 or more minutes, it takes multiple attempts to restart, as in no fuel in the system. I don't think it's the accumulator or pump. It's been suggested that the fuel distributor may be leaking down and needs to be replaced. Does this sound reasonable, and what might be a good check for this?
4 The small, plastic auxiliary, firewall-mounted water pump is leaking a bit., Tightening the screws has not helped. Would it be sufficient to disassemble it and apply new sealer to the parts and reasonable, or is a new one indicated.
I realize it is difficult to diagnose from afar, and therefore I only ask for best guesses on any of these.
Many thanks,
OG
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