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01-20-2004, 11:07 AM
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Don't jump to conclusions...
I had a problem with my '85 300D where sometimes there would be a delay between turning the key and the starter engaging. I assumed the solenoid was sticking. I purchased a rebuilt starter and attempted to put it in. After breaking some tools, I decided this was a job left for the pros. I took my car to a mechanic and it turns out the ignition switch was bad. I had the switch replaced and it starts without a problem. The mechanic said it could be possible that the starter has a problem too, but it's working fine now and don't touch it unless it actually does break. Initially, I didn't even think about the ignition switch. I actually ended up saving money. Lesson learned.
Scott
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Scott 1982 Mercedes 240D, 4 speed, 275,000 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S (70,000) 1987 Porsche 911 Coupe 109,000 (sold) 1998 Mercedes E300 TurboDiesel 147,000 (sold) 1985 Mercedes 300D 227,000 (totaled by inattentive driver with no insurance!) 1997 Mercedes E300 Diesel 236,000 (sold) 1995 Ducati 900SS (sold) 1987 VW Jetta GLI 157,000 (sold) 1986 Camaro 125,000 (sold - P.O.S.) 1977 Corvette L82 125,000 (sold) 1965 Pontiac GTO 15,000 restored (sold) 
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01-20-2004, 11:44 AM
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Scott,
This is very good advice. Before replacing something you have to at least do enough checking to be sure the part you have condemned is really the problem. For help on this I recommend the search feature. There are ususally very few problems with daily use parts of these cars that someone encounters that is really new. So someone has posted it, received replies, and taken action. It is particularly helpful when the person posting the problem and taking the action also takes the time to post the results, like you have. Anyway, when you have a problem you should consider spending a while using the search function on this site. For example, here is a post from some time ago on the same subject: Car won't start In this case the problem you have cited was discussed, and a means to help isolate the problem before changing parts. This kind of information exists for many "daily use" parts of these cars now because we all encounter them alone and in combination with other parts failing. Good luck and glad you found the real problem before replacing the starter. Jim
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Own: 1986 Euro 190E 2.3-16 (291,000 miles), 1998 E300D TurboDiesel, 231,000 miles -purchased with 45,000, 1988 300E 5-speed 252,000 miles, 1983 240D 4-speed, purchased w/136,000, now with 222,000 miles. 2009 ML320CDI Bluetec, 89,000 miles Owned: 1971 220D (250,000 miles plus, sold to father-in-law), 1975 240D (245,000 miles - died of body rot), 1991 350SD (176,560 miles, weakest Benz I have owned), 1999 C230 Sport (45,400 miles), 1982 240D (321,000 miles, put to sleep)
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01-20-2004, 06:37 PM
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Congratulations! You just found an honest mechanic that also knows how to troubleshoot. Many shops just throw parts at problems, the R&R method, until the problem is solved. Others would have fixed the ignition switch AND installed your new starter without telling you the old starter may be fine. Sounds like a straight-up shop. Remember them next time something beyond your abilities needs fixin' RT
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When all else fails, vote from the rooftops! 84' Mercedes Benz 300D Anthracite/black, 171K 03' Volkswagen Jetta TDI blue/black, 93K 93' Chevrolet C2500HD ExCab 6.5TD, Two-tone blue, 252K
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