2RS it is. Does anyone have a simple step by step / write up on the bearing replacement? Drilling/riveting was noted but I'm not sure if I understand where this comes into play.

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82 300SD 145k
89 420SEL 210k
89 560SEL 118k
90 300SE 262k RIP 5/25/2010
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93 190E 3.0 235k
93 300E 195k

Use this thread, the pictures and the link on the first page as a Guide (that is what I did). It is REALLY easy.

Just remember about the big nut on the front of the fan. Right is loose and Left is tight.

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1985 300D (SOLD)

Posts 1-3 of this thread should be reasonably relevant to the W201 fan. The bearing retainer was originally spot welded in place. The welds need to be drilled out and replaced with rivets or screws.

Alright bringing up an old thread here. My 201 fans finally kicked it sometime last month or so. I thought it was the wiring/relay I installed but I felt the fans and they're pretty firm.

I just wanted to verify the bearing once again: SKF 6001-2RS ?

SKF 6001-2RS Ball Bearings, 6001-2RS1 Bearing, 12x28x8

Edit: It turns out my electrical connections were corroded. I had bypassed the low-speed resistor (it caught fire once) with a relay and the connections to the relay and at each fan (factory connections) had been caked with corrosion. I replaced the single relay with a two units and taped up everything nicely. I think I'll still replace the bearings though, fans are a bit scratchy.

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82 300SD 145k
89 420SEL 210k
89 560SEL 118k
90 300SE 262k RIP 5/25/2010
90 560SEL 154k
91 300D 2.5 Turbo. 241k
93 190E 3.0 235k
93 300E 195k

According to the prior posters... .6001-2RS is the right bearing. Do not get the Z version.

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1985 300D 198K sold
1982 300D 202K
1989 300E 125K
1992 940T

"If you dont have time to do it safely, you dont have time to do it"

"The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not."

Ebay seems to be a good choice to find the right bearing too. A quick search there comes up with several sellers at under $3 each.

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1985 300D 198K sold
1982 300D 202K
1989 300E 125K
1992 940T

"If you dont have time to do it safely, you dont have time to do it"

"The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not."

I didnt think of Ebay.. I did come across a good deal, 10 6001-2RS bearings for about $10 shipped. I figure I've got 2 fans on my 201, one on each 126.. so I'll have plenty.

Link for those interested:
eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices

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89 420SEL 210k
89 560SEL 118k
90 300SE 262k RIP 5/25/2010
90 560SEL 154k
91 300D 2.5 Turbo. 241k
93 190E 3.0 235k
93 300E 195k

Hey Guys Im a novice. I took the fan off my 123 but couldnt find where to disconnect the wire. Am I suppose to disconnect the factory connection on the motor??

Follow the wire from the fan, there is a flat plug. Iam not under the car at the moment, but as I remember there is a metal clip that holds the plug that is attached to the body.

Not sure if you look up from below the L/F head light or from the top looking down behind the headlight with the hood open.

Charlie

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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

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works

OK I thought so...Thanks

Hi. I hope that I'm in the right space. I have a 93 w124 diesel. Re cento it has been running hot. The coolant level is good. No gross chatter at the water pump I changed the fan clutch as the old one spu easily with engine off

Now under load the temp climbs to about 100. Out side temp about 32 degrees F.
If the car idles, temp falls closer to 80
The heater works well lots of heat so I thought the thermostat was ok
I touched the coolant after driving and the coolant felt warm bu not hot?
The radiator cap does not appear to be leaking
Any help is much appreciated
Thanks. Steve

I have similar trouble. I have great heat so I don't think the thermostat is bad. I changed the fan clutch I have not fluid the radiator. Any thoughts. Today outside temp 30 f and car runs 90 to 100 c

The same thermostat that is allowing for "great heat" could be responsible for your high engine temps. "Great heat" does not ensure that your thermostat is performing properly.