The 6mm Allen will probably work. you are referring to keeping the shifter levers aligned in the neutral position? a Nail or Drill Bit of the correct size will work also.

In Dan`s pictures, the Aluminum screw on ends, connect to the Shifter, the "L" end connects to the Transmission. Good Pictures Dan.

I took apart one Shifter to clean it and grease it up. the most difficult part was getting the 2 springy washers back in.

I found this thread that might be of some help, shows parts and an exploded picture.


http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/mercedes-used-parts-sale-wanted/301562-fs-w123-manual-transmission-shifter-assembly-renew-kit.html

Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

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