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white smoke, not oil or coolant
now im really confused, my trusty 87 300td diesel wagon smokes profusely in the morning when it first starts. smells like fuel burning-like it's running too rich. like some gasket in the injection...
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18 years ago
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83 240D ignition key lost
I just bought a fine '83 240D - 4 spd std - but minus all keys. The ignition switch has been replaced and it does not match the door keys - and no key code can be found. The door key has now been made...
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19 years ago
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Injector Pump Lube Oil
Lacking a proper shop manual for my W115 240D, I do not know how to service the Injector pump. What type and how much "Oel" is needed, and how do you check the proper level?
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19 years ago
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Location of horns on 1998 R129 500SL
Hi Hope you can help. The horn on our R129 is sounding weak. I have couple of questions; a) Is it twin tone i.e. has two horns? b) What is the best way to get at it/them? From the wheel arch or from...
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19 years ago
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W115 Fender Replacement
I am about to embark upon a project to replace a fender--something I've never done before, as I have always combined my projects to engine and running gear-related tasks. This is a right front fender....
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19 years ago
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W126 Vehicle Identify Number
Hi All, Can anyone please help me to identify following VIN like engine model and year manufacture & full: WDB1260226A098453 Thanks in advance Marks.
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19 years ago
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E320 surging idle.
Hello: Has anyone had experience with their idle surging ( bouncing) from 150 rpm up to 900 rpm and back again. It started doing this on occasion and is getting more regular in its happening. It is...
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19 years ago
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Towing 240D With A 300SD?
Thinking about towing a 240D across the country with a 300SD, unhitching the 240 at steep inclines and taking it easy... Is this possible? Anyone know the towing capacity of a 300 SD or the empty...
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19 years ago
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How to drain manual transmission oil from W110?
Hi, How do I drain the manual transmission oil from a W110? I have the mechanics manual for this car but haven't found anything on changing transmission oil. Thanks, kp
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19 years ago
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Exhaust smell 420 sel
Lately I've noticed a strong exhaust smell outside the car. I can't see any smoke from the tail pipe. Where could the smell be come from?
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19 years ago
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Rear Hub Removal? - W116/ 450SEL
Does anyone know how to remove the rear hub on a 116? After removing the centre axel bolt, and then the four other retaining bolts behind the hub...what's the next procedure to remove the hub? Does it...
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19 years ago
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1992 400 SE - ASR Light Comes On
1992 400 SE. The problem is periodically when I start the car the ASR light comes and I shift into gear the car does not move adequately, very slow. Pressing the gas pedal way down, the engine does...
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19 years ago
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C230 Check Engine Light
I have a 1999 C230. The check engine light is on. When excellerating, the car seems to loose power and at idle the engine seems to be misfiring. When I turn off the car and re-start it, it idles fine....
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19 years ago
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Diesel Cetane Booster, 1986 300SDL
It's been very cold this week and I added some cetane booster to my fuel. I think I added too much, about 50 gals worth for the 25 gallons in my tank. Is this bad for the car? Anyhow, I've had the car...
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19 years ago
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Code Number for Car Type
I have a 1998 C230. I see all kinds of "W"xxx numbers designated for the different models. How does one know what code number a car is? TIA Davehd
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19 years ago
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Water in 280e
Just seen a nice 1985 280e for sale. The only problem I can find is a v damp front passenger carpet. I've read a few problems where the sunroof drains and various other causes are cited. How serious a...
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19 years ago
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Engine and Transmission swap
Here is a hugh question that maybe someone can give me a heads up on: How difficult is it to swap the engine and transmission from (example) 1990 300E into a 1976 450 SL? Are there any models that...
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19 years ago
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Depreciation curve for SL500-Maximizing fun/minimizing loss
After getting divorced, I decided to really splurge and get my dream car, since my ex always got the new cars in the past. I have owned a 2005 SL500 since Sept. 2004, and have enjoyed my experience. I...
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19 years ago
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85' 300D starting problems
Hello, I thought I'd throw this problem into this group to see if someone might be able to steer me in the right direction. So here's the problem: Several days ago I went out to the car (1985 300D in...
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19 years ago
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W220 S CLASS poor throttle respond
Hi all, Yesterday an S320 came and complains about poor throttle respond, i drove the car and found that the car's mileage is only 10000 km and needs some minor service.... after some servicing like...
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