The left rear door lock wasn't functioning, and the power window in the same door got stuck a while ago. So, I replaced the vacuum lock actuator that was leaking and replaced the broken slider on the regulator.

The left rear window regulator slider broke again. I dislike power windows because they always seem to break. Unlike on my W116 which uses a clip, in order to replace the slider on a W126 you either have to buy a new regulator or grind it off.


What's left of the slider has been punched out, with a socket on the other side to support the regulator arm.


Here is the new slider that needs to be beaten and mushroomed into place.


The new part mushroomed onto the regulator arm. I recommend having at least two of these on hand in case you break one during the process. I took this one apart to reduce the chance of breakage.


The window regulator is put back into place. The window glass was difficult to move in the tracks, so I cleaned the felts, lubricated them with silicone, and adjusted them so the glass would slide easier. Hopefully the repair lasts longer this time.

__________________
Stop paying for animal enslavement, cruelty, and slaughter. Save your health and the planet. Go vegan! I did 18 years ago. https://challenge22.com/

DON'T MESS WITH MY MERCEDES!


1967 W110 Universal Wagon, Euro, Turbo Diesel, Tail Fins, 4 Speed Manual Column Shift, A/C
1980 W116 300SD Turbo Diesel, DB479 Walnut Brown, Sunroof, Highly Optioned, 350,000+ Miles