Today my E320 wagon developed what I think is a miss when accelerating from a stop. When it happens, the car will just not go; when the accerlator is pressed, the engine seems to stop. When I let up on the accerator, the car idles and creeps forward just fine. I can make the problem temporarily go away by shifting into reverse, and then into drive again. A few miles later the problem re-occurs.

Car has 125k miles. I installed a new OVP 6 months ago from dealer becuase the car would not start. It has the updated part number (the old one did as well). Is it possible that the new OVP is defective? I cannot determine if the wiring harness has been replaced; I've cut it open at the valve cover; it's definitely stiff, but the insulation is not broken. No check engine light or codes. Anyone have any other suggestions? Otherwise, I guess I will see if the dealer will replace the OVP on warranty and then perhaps spring for a harness. Thanks much.

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Paul

1989 560SL
1987 300SDL
1987 300TD
1983 BMW 633CSi
1972 280SE 4.5