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Old 07-11-2006, 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by 420 benz
Can someone please tell me why a failed vacuum pump will wipe out my engine as mentioned in this post?
Chunks of the metal linkage fall into the timing chain = broken chain and bent valves.

Diesel Engine Mechanical:

1982-240D-Vacuum System
1982-240D-Vacuum System

Vacuum pump lesson learned
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/121744-vacuum-pump-lesson-learned.html#post872760

Vacuum Pump Gasket Sealer & Torque
Vacuum Pump Gasket Sealer & Torque

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