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Forum: Tech Help 11-15-2007, 10:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,098
Posted By KermitF
Fuel guage

Trimi,

You need a fuel level sending unit.

Install from trunk after removing panel behing back seat; you will find instructions on this site. Pretty easy diy project. Get the gasket when you...
Forum: Tech Help 11-15-2007, 10:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,608
Posted By KermitF
PS flush

Jeremy,

The instructions Larry gave you are basically all there is to it.

With 248K mi. and no records to show this has been done previously - do it.

(You can do a search on this forum and...
Forum: Tech Help 11-15-2007, 10:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,655
Posted By KermitF
light out

Aamge 55,

If you have not located the bad light yet, consider this:

Check which system the warning lights on either side of the "bulb out" warning light address (I think one is "low washer...
Forum: Tech Help 11-14-2007, 10:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,004
Posted By KermitF
spark plugs

Thx guys.

Just ordered two sets of non-resistor W9DCO Bosch plugs from Phil to hold me over.
Forum: Tech Help 11-10-2007, 11:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,004
Posted By KermitF
Spark Plugs

Hey Guys,

Looking for replacement spark plugs for the discontinued Bosch plug on my 1990 300e, I bought the nkg bp5es. However, the "nut" on this plug is larger that the old Bochs and the socket...
Forum: Tech Help 08-11-2007, 08:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 698
Posted By KermitF
Torque spec.

Hi guys,

Looking for torque spec. on the rear caliper bolts on a 1990 300E - the four small bolts holding the caliper together - not the caliper mounting bolts.
Forum: Tech Help 08-07-2007, 12:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,162
Posted By KermitF
Differential Fluid

Hi guys,

In my 1990 300e, I run Mobil 1 engine oil and Mobil 1 trans fluid, both with good results. In the differential I currently run the recommended weight (forget what it is at the moment)...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2007, 02:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 849
Posted By KermitF
Fluid lines

Spree17,

Has your ac been in use?

Not uncommon in warm weather for condensation to drip in a manner you are describing. If you go back later and look at spot where fluid lines were, do you...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 07-04-2007, 02:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,124
Posted By KermitF
Front Speakers

Mystery solved!

Just wanted to pass on to anyone who might experiences same problem I had, what I have now learned.

I replaced stock speakers w/Rainbows ("Drop-in" replacements).

When I...
Forum: Tech Help 06-18-2007, 10:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By KermitF
Engine stumble

After traveling 1,200 miles to and from Indianapolis (to see McLaren-Mercedes finish one-two in the US Grand Prix this past weekend), I can confirm that the plug wires solved my engine stumble...
Forum: Tech Help 06-09-2007, 11:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By KermitF
Engine Stumble

(Updated to clarify that coil wire - not coil - replaced.)

OK guys,

Have installed new Beru wires plugs and coil wire.

About a week now and problem has not yet recurred.

I have not yet...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 06-09-2007, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,124
Posted By KermitF
Front Speakers

Hey guys,

Just installed a set of Rainbow front speakers in my 1990 300e.

Followed all instructions w/kit and on this site/links.

But, when I turn on the radio (stock), I get a hi-pitched...
Forum: Tech Help 05-26-2007, 01:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By KermitF
Engine stumble

OK guys,

I did see arcing of wires when started in dark garage and wires sprayed w/mist. Wire to coil, and at least one plug wire glowed.

Sounds like my next step is to replace wires.

What...
Forum: Tech Help 05-17-2007, 11:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By KermitF
engine stumble

Replaced cap & rotor at 160K mi.

Car currently has 205K mi.

Cap, rotor should not have died after only 45K mi., should they?
Forum: Tech Help 05-13-2007, 09:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By KermitF
Engine stumble

Hey guys,

I have a 1990 300E that has developed a curious problem.

After driving at high speed on interstate and pulling off onto surface street, the first time I have to make a stop (at light,...
Forum: Tech Help 05-10-2007, 12:19 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 92,331
Posted By KermitF
Steering wheel care

This has been posted elsewhere in the forum (forget where and by whom), but it works well enough to post here. To keep your black steering wheel in nice condition, use black Kiwi paste shoe polish;...
Forum: Tech Help 05-07-2007, 11:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,160
Posted By KermitF
bolt removal

My experience apparently was different than some. The bolt came out reasonably simply once the exhaust shield was removed. With some angling, and a bit of dishwash soap on the upper bushing, I was...
Forum: Tech Help 05-06-2007, 10:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,160
Posted By KermitF
idler arm kit

I pretty much did as Artur Dalton described - had no problems.

Did use a liitle liquid soap on top bushing when re-installing, but otherwise things went smoothly.
Forum: Tech Help 05-04-2007, 12:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,160
Posted By KermitF
Idler amr kit - alignment

Hey guys,

When I replace the idler arm kit on my 1990 300E, do I need to have an alignment done?
Forum: Tech Help 04-08-2007, 10:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,112
Posted By KermitF
Hi beams out

Andrew,

Combination (low beam/high beam/optical horn/turn signal stalk) switch going. Search on combination switch in this forum.

Mine is going out; sprayed some contact cleaner into steering...
Forum: Tech Help 02-09-2007, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,409
Posted By KermitF
lock cylinder

One problem I will flag is that I have never seen any car in the junkyard that has a key.

So, if you bought lock cylinder from junkyard you would need to have ability to re-key - especially if you...
Forum: Tech Help 02-09-2007, 12:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,739
Posted By KermitF
Tie rod end replacement

Question for Kestas.

Why would you not replace tie rods in pairs (othere than for one damaged by a road hazzard)?

Since they have been on the car the same amount of time, would not the wear on...
Forum: Tech Help 01-28-2007, 10:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,739
Posted By KermitF
Benz N 8R, A couple of thoughts: 1. You...

Benz N 8R,

A couple of thoughts:

1. You might consider replacing entire tie rod - both ends have likely been on car same period of time & inner end could go out soon as well ... and, price is...
Forum: Tech Help 01-28-2007, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 770
Posted By KermitF
420SEL, Have you checked your third brake...

420SEL,

Have you checked your third brake light ? - this one is easy to miss on a visual check?
Forum: Tech Help 01-28-2007, 09:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 874
Posted By KermitF
I am presuming TE is like 300e; if so it is under...

I am presuming TE is like 300e; if so it is under car, under passenger side rear seat. It - and the fule pump(s) are covered with a palstic shield held on by three plastic nuts - you will need at...
Forum: Tech Help 01-21-2007, 11:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 696
Posted By KermitF
trunk lock

Hi guys,,

I replaced my trunk lock (on my '90 300e) this weekend.

It works fine, except that every 3rd or 4th time I push the button to open it, it appears to have locked itself.

Is there...
Forum: Tech Help 06-26-2006, 10:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 696
Posted By KermitF
Distributor cover - torque spec. for bolts

Hey guys,

I cannot seem to find the torque spec for the three bolst that hold the distributor (& cover) on my 1990 300E.

Anyone know these figures?
Forum: Tech Help 05-12-2006, 12:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,618
Posted By KermitF
I vote for dealer on crush rings. You will...

I vote for dealer on crush rings.

You will need dealer now and again for parts, and face time with their parts dept. does help in establishing a relationship.

Maybe I am spoiled in Atlanta,...
Forum: Tech Help 05-12-2006, 12:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 622
Posted By KermitF
Not totally an MB question

Hey Guys,

My wife and son both are BMW - holics. Just replaced my wife's 325is w/a 330i.

Two questions I am going to ask here, because I believe there are others with households divided like...
Forum: Tech Help 05-12-2006, 12:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By KermitF
Mossimo, When I had my AC re-done two years...

Mossimo,

When I had my AC re-done two years ago (on my '90 300E), I would experience "cutting off" of AC upon acceleration onto interstate. On occasion, after driving for a couple of miles, AC...
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