As subject indicates, I have a non-working temperature gauge on my W108.
It is not working at all, needle does not move regardless of engine temperature. Is there some common problems with these gauges I could check first?
It appears by all logic that the temperature gauge, sender and the interconnecting wire/tube is a one-piece part, and must be replaced as one (judging from the parts catalogue,
http://www.detali.ru/cat/oem_mb2.asp?TP=1&F=108018&M=130.980&CT=F&cat=232&SID=54&SGR=001&SGN=01
picture #2, part 247)
Is there no other way of replacing just the sender unit?
I feel that the temp gauge is a crucial one to have working, as I have already blown one engine due to three gauges (original in-dash unit and two aftermarket add-ons) not working..
It is not important for me to keep this car in original condition since it's already been molested with a diesel engine,
, so any non-standard solutions are welcome too.
Thankful for whatever advice you may have..