Hi,
I have a problem with my 1994 Mercedes E320. When I first start it there is a loud noise coming from the air pump on the engine which lasts about 30 seconds, after which a valve must close and all sounds fine again. It sounds like when you disconect the tube from a fish tank air pump if that helps. Anyone any ideas how to stop this?
Regards
Duncan
Air injection function at cold startup is normal unless it is starting to make more noise recently. Peter
It has started making more noise than normal.
Sounds like either the shaft or bearings are shot. I just had to have one replaced on my '95 (bearing was bad - caused belt squeal until the pump shut down after a minute or two). Not cheap to have fixed (approx $800).
Josh
Thanks Josh. Doesn't sound like good news.
800$ is ridiculous. Try oiling the pump first, make sure the belt and tensioner is proper and the belt is snug.
If the belt is proper and the oiling the pump doesn't help any, look for another air pump in the bone yard.
Marty
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