Hi guys.... I'm attempting to remove the existing radiator in my 1999 E300D, I have EVERYTHING disconnected and enough room to pull the radiator.

The only thing that appears to be holding me up is that the AC condenser on the driver's side will not lift and separate from the radiator like the passenger side has.... My question is: Is there a hidden bolt that secures the driver's side of the condenser in place somewhere towards the bottom?.... I did notice that the driver's side of the condenser has a service port for the refrigerant, is it possible that there is a bolt securing that line somewhere that will not allow the condenser to lift up enough to clear the plastic radiator support clip about half way down?

The passenger side of the condenser separates almost effortlessly

Thank you all in advance, and replies will be greatly appreciated.

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Currently Driving
2006 E320 CDI
1999 E300 Turbo Diesl
2002 ML500
1995 E320 Station Wagon


MBs I've owned
1997 E320 Assassinated by Pine Tree
1987 300E Wife Killed Engine
1981 300D Stretch Limo Total Loss
1970 250 Coupe 212,000 mi.
1974 450sel 184,000 mi.
1974 240D 377,000 mi.
1977 300D 204, 000 mi.
1979 280se God Only Knows!
1983 240D 130,000 mi.
1972 220D 280,000 mi.
1983 300SD 244,000 mi.