^ Not really, just make sure it's rated for diesel.

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Ok I got everything. Going to go install. I noticed something weird with the linkages. There's a fair amount of play on it. I pulled on it for about a whole inch before it started to accelerate. I'm going to do a quick video on it so maybe one of you guys can tell me what's up.

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Someone mentioned the bracket on the fire wall, when your helper presses down on the throttle pedal, observe that bracket.

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if you are pulling on the linkage, there is play built in for the transmission portion of the linkage. it's normal. you have to turn the accelerator rod to get the throttle to turn correctly, or step on the pedal... it's hard to do it by hand under the hood.

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Ok both filters are changed now. Pretty simple. Thanks for all your help!

VSTECH. Didn't notice your post until I already shot the vid. Take a look. It's probably normal. Take a look. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8hfjiZfyuk

I also uploaded a video of my radio. When I turn it on, I get loud static on the right speaker. I'm thinking the radio might be kaput!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkMJ4EmwICc

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Yes, they are simple, but doing it a few times will show you a trick or two, as you saw in my video.

You are pulling on the cruise control linkage, shouldn't have that much play in it.

How does the linkage on the cam cover look? Can you tell if anything is missing or broken?

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I'll go take a look now. You know, after I changed the filters the car felt good. It still doesn't really move until I pedal it half way though. I didn't feel the rpms go down like they did before. I'm going to go double check now.

I have Cruise control? Where the knob in the car? Ha I didn't know that...

The bolts look fine... Does that white screw look ok?

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I want to also mention that this is my first time owning a diesel car. I've read that these cars are slow so maybe there is no issue...

That screw is the Bowden cable (pressure control) adjustment. It depends, do you want each gear to stay longer in gear or not?

Third pic, behind the rusty piece that is behind the rubber block, that is the plastic bushing discussed earlier, make sure it's intact.

The cruise control is activated by the combination switch located just above the blinker stalk. It probably doesn't work.

See all those ball and socket linkages? Remove each one, clean it and lubricate with the spray of your choice.

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I feel like the gears shift really good so I don't want to touch that.
Do I just peak behind the rubber block or do I need to remove it?
I'll look for the cruise control.
Ok I'll get some WD40 and clean and lubricate the linkages.

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The arrows point to the two bolts that hold it on. The rubber block is part of the bushing, so when you remove those two bolts, the whole thing will come out.

Remove the linkage with the rubber block, pay attention to what hooks up where, pull it and inspect. I think someone has posted a pic of it. That car looks pretty rough under hood.

Part # 123 300 13 40.

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Skip the radio - listen to your engine!

Your antenna probably doesn't work and your fader switch is probably dirty and corroded. Those are things to worry about later.

Clean and lube your linkage. WD-40 will help clean, but not be a great lube for those ball/sockets. A dab of multi-purpose grease works fine.

I think there's some info on the diesel giant site (do a search, some good info/pics, but read and use with caution since there are some errors - like any Internet site).

Also look into signing up for the M-B electronic parts catalog EPC Startek, or similar.

Diesel is a whole new world. Ask first, it'll save you hassle.