That's interesting and good news, Jim. I've a question...is the Rx still in there or have you replaced with oil, and what type?

Also, I ran across this page yesterday. Maybe it applies to your case.

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Steve

1992 300CE Sportline Sophie
1990 300E Emma - in the family
1979 240D Josephine - sold, but not forgotten
2004 Pacifica AWD

http://web.mac.com/dakota/Mercedes/Home.html