I need to replace the starter in my 1985 300D. The starter for a CA model is different so I want to make sure I don't have a CA model before I move forward. What's the best indicator of having a CA model? Is it by VIN?

my vin: WDBAB33C7FA260323

Looks like its the Federal version.


Название val
fin WDBAB33C7FA260323
vin WDB1231331A260323
whc WDB
chassbm 123133
chass_ident 1A260323
type 617
subbm1 952
subbm2
auxiliary_drive
body 06687
body_code
delivery_date
engine 617952 12 106881
front_axle1
front_axle2
heater
interior 154
lights BOSCH
model_idx 0
odometer
order_num1 0570560227
paint1 172
paint2
paint3
paint4
paint5 54
platform
production_num1
production_order_ref
rear_axle1
rear_axle2
release_date
retarder
rims
service_num
steering
trailer
transfer_case
transmission 722416 02 217467
vin_dc AB33C7FA260323
vinwhc
winch
wiper
Code Текст
286 Unknown
287 THROUGH-LOADING FEATURE
410 Unknown
440 TEMPOMAT (CRUISE CONTROL)
451 Unknown
467 Unknown
494 VERSION FOR USA
504 Unknown
519 REAR AUDIO SYSTEM
531 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
546 Unknown
551 ANTI-THEFT/ANTI-BREAK-IN WARNING SYSTEM
575 CENTER CONSOLE FOR 2ND SEAT ROW
588 Unknown
593 ALL-ROUND WD-GREEN GLASS,HEATED REAR WINDOW-ESG,BF
639 Unknown
640 15-HOLE LIGHT ALLOY RIMS
673 HIGH-CAPACITY BATTERY
732 BIRDSEYE MAPLE WOOD TRIM, BLACK
805 AEJ 06/1/M/X
172 Unknown
54 Unknown
154 Unknown

What's the manufacture date on the VIN plate?


You can also look at the starter itself. If the solenoid is at the bottom, not top, of the starter, then you have a cali starter.



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1983 123.133 California
- GreaseCar Veg System

Actually the 722416 transmission is an indicator of a Cali version.



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1983 123.133 California
- GreaseCar Veg System

late federal '85 were fitted with the 722.4

Hi-
I thought I'd throw this in:
I just replaced the starter (again) on my '83 300D Turbo, California-sold when new, love of my life. The starter I took out the first time (the OEM starter) and the second one I replaced it with has the solenoid on the TOP of the starter. Just like the newest one I put in. Hope this helps?

Chris

I think that is incorrect. But would love to see verified information on that.




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1983 123.133 California
- GreaseCar Veg System

The solenoid will be on the bottom on an 84-85 version with the TrapOxidizer/TrapCat due to clearance issues.

Major indicators include: Air cleaner behind right headlight, turbo is mounted higher with associated longer header pipe, no "U" tube for turbo inlet, starter solenoid on bottom... among others

My '85 has the 722.4 transmission

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looked in EPC, you have the federal version w/ 722.4 tranny. Cali version parts are greyed out for your VIN

Well that is interesting about the EPC. But really I never seen that to be the case in person with the 722.4 trans. What mach4 is describing about the Air cleaner location and the trap oxidizer would tell for sure if it is a Cali.



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1983 123.133 California
- GreaseCar Veg System

Double check the option codes listed from the VIN. 491 is US Federal version, 494 is California version. But who's to say the engine and transmission are original?

Sixto
87 300D

what exactly is different about the air cleaner positioning on the CA models? Mine seems to be in the same place as the 78 240D I used to own.

This is what an '85 Cali Engine Bay looks like.




Perhaps your engine has been replaced. Look to see if the engine serial number between engine block and oil filter housing matches the serial number listed above.

Or someone changed out the Cali manifolds and added a Federal Setup.


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1983 123.133 California
- GreaseCar Veg System

The Federal model has the air cleaner on top of the engine, like you mentioned your 240 having.
The Cali model has a different filter canister that sits behind the R./F headlight.

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

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

Dang your are fast Richard. I was just going to search for a picture.

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

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