Parts Catalog Accessories Catalog How To Articles Tech Forums
Call Pelican Parts at 888-280-7799
Shopping Cart Cart | Project List | Order Status | Help



Go Back   PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Register ShopForum Gallery FAQ Calendar Today's Posts Search

Page 1 of 2 1 2
Showing results 1 to 30 of 57
Search took 0.02 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: Hazen
Forum: Tech Help 09-05-2004, 12:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,825
Posted By Hazen
Scanny, I've got the 1990 Preliminary...

Scanny,
I've got the 1990 Preliminary Service Manual for the 4Matic, and it's descriptionn of removing the front half shafts is much more elaborate than I've seen done on my 91 3200TE 4Matic....
Forum: Tech Help 03-09-2004, 09:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,152
Posted By Hazen
Steve (400E), It's good to know Peter...

Steve (400E),

It's good to know Peter D'Bugaha has friends such as you. He needs them ;-)
I think "The Black Hole" simply has a logic problem. If he cycles through the open/close function a few...
Forum: Tech Help 01-11-2004, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 876
Posted By Hazen
First remove the plastic surrounds including the...

First remove the plastic surrounds including the big one that spans the back portion. IIRC, there are a few more screws that hold just the headliner. Should be obvious. There is a thwart/roof support...
Forum: Tech Help 01-11-2004, 12:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 876
Posted By Hazen
Re: 300 te trunk lid holder upers...

Eliot,

New gas pistons should do the trick. They are not difficult to replace, but they're not a walk in the park either. Buy the replacements here or at your dealer. The after market struts...
Forum: Tech Help 01-10-2004, 11:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,441
Posted By Hazen
Brian, You're most welcome. The only reason to...

Brian,
You're most welcome. The only reason to replace the half-shaft is if it's worn to the point of loose. Make sure the indie knows MB's. Ask the forum for recommendations of a known good shop...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2004, 01:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,955
Posted By Hazen
Hmmm. As I remember, red loctite is for permanent...

Hmmm. As I remember, red loctite is for permanent fasteners; blue for fasteners you want to re-use. See this
http://www.loctite.com/int_henkel/loctite_us/index.cfm?pageid=320&layout=1

Blue is...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2004, 01:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,955
Posted By Hazen
You didn't say how many miles on the car, but you...

You didn't say how many miles on the car, but you might want to take a look at the flexible brake lines, too. They get spongy after awhile and new ones on all four corners will really firm up the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2004, 12:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,640
Posted By Hazen
Re: Need some ideas on replacing Brake Pads and bleeding

Joe,
Put in the new pads first, bolt it all up and then do the power bleed.
Do you have all the torque specs, and MB repair/maint. manual info? Sequence for bleeding is RR, LR, RF, LF. Don't let...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2004, 12:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,441
Posted By Hazen
Big job? Not particularly. I've seen it done by...

Big job? Not particularly. I've seen it done by pros on two occasions, and I'd much rather watch and pay the money. Cleaning and re-greasing the bearings and picking them up off of the shop floor...
Forum: Tech Help 01-08-2004, 10:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 941
Posted By Hazen
Re: 90 300TE Climate Control Help

Doug,
The 30 A blower fuse is dedicated to the blower. It sits in its own holder on the left fender.
Hazen
Forum: Tech Help 01-08-2004, 09:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 941
Posted By Hazen
Doug, Have you checked the blower fuse? To...

Doug,
Have you checked the blower fuse? To properly check it you should remove it from the holder. They'll get hairline cracks that are invisible to the eye but will fall apert when their unscrewed...
Forum: Tech Help 01-08-2004, 09:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,441
Posted By Hazen
Re: CV Joint Boot replacement

Brian,
I've owned my 91 300TE 4M for three years now, and in that time have replaced all four front CV boots. Or rather, my indie has. I just use the best tool in my possession, i.e., my...
Forum: Tech Help 01-03-2004, 01:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,059
Posted By Hazen
Michael, I'd be glad to e-mail the pdf file to...

Michael,
I'd be glad to e-mail the pdf file to you.
Hazen
Forum: Tech Help 01-02-2004, 11:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,995
Posted By Hazen
jimY, Did you replace all the vacuum elements...

jimY,
Did you replace all the vacuum elements while you were in there? Awesome job. You must be fearless.
Hazen
91 300TE 4Matic
133k mi.
evap-so far so good
Forum: Tech Help 01-02-2004, 11:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,059
Posted By Hazen
Michael, Now you've gone and done it! Without...

Michael,
Now you've gone and done it! Without the manual or the CD (pdf job 3022) you're shooting in the dark. One measurement isn't going to do you any good without knowing the relationship of the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-02-2004, 11:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,949
Posted By Hazen
rjk, If you're sure it's hydraulic from...

rjk,
If you're sure it's hydraulic from your selfleveling system it needs to be replaced by the MB ZH-M or the Febi ZH-M (1 litre part no. 02615). The Febi brand is available at MB parts...
Forum: Events & Gatherings 10-05-2003, 02:41 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,805
Posted By Hazen
Thanks for the pictures, Rick, and it was good to...

Thanks for the pictures, Rick, and it was good to meet some area MB enthusiasts. Great cars and great people. I'll have to start hanging around the forum more often.
Best regards,
Forum: Tech Help 05-05-2002, 10:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 988
Posted By Hazen
Turning Noise

Frank,
If your 300E has ASD there is a turning angle sensor in your steering column that could be worn. Isolating where the noise originates is key. Can someone outside the car hear it? Does it...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 03-30-2001, 12:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 946
Posted By Hazen
Mike, Thanks for the input. I think I'll...

Mike,
Thanks for the input. I think I'll stay with stock specifications. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Those wizards and elves in Stutgart know what their doing.
Best,
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 03-28-2001, 08:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 946
Posted By Hazen
Luke, Thanks for the response, I...

Luke,
Thanks for the response, I appreciate it. However I goofed. My stock wheels are 6/12J15 ET48 H2! What a block head. So I'd have to go to ET51 or ET52? Right?
Best,
Hazen
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 03-27-2001, 12:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 946
Posted By Hazen
I've found a set of nicely chromed 8 holers that...

I've found a set of nicely chromed 8 holers that are 7J15 H2 ET40. I would like to replace my 15 hole 6.5J 15 ET38 H2's that are OEM on my 91 300TE 4Matic. The spec sheets I've seen for this model do...
Forum: Tech Help 03-18-2001, 01:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 715
Posted By Hazen
Climbing on to my soapbox: You have...

Climbing on to my soapbox:
You have recently purchased one of, if not the best, automobiles in the world. Most of the models are made up of complex and highly designed/executed systems with...
Forum: Tech Help 03-18-2001, 11:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Posted By Hazen
Chris, The process goes something like this: ...

Chris,
The process goes something like this:
First you drain the old fluid from the radiator and the block. Your manual will tell you exactly where the drains are.
BTW.This fluid is attractive to...
Forum: Tech Help 03-17-2001, 12:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,591
Posted By Hazen
jdoc7, Excellent. (Picture me hitting myself on...

jdoc7,
Excellent. (Picture me hitting myself on the forehead with the heel of my hand.) Why didn't I think of that! I'm pretty sure I've got one of those open end 8mm's in the old box.
Thaks for...
Forum: Tech Help 03-16-2001, 10:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,320
Posted By Hazen
On my engine, M103, the coolant drains from a...

On my engine, M103, the coolant drains from a petcock on the passenger's side bottom of the radiator with a male fitting that one may attach a 12mm ID hose to, and on the passenger's side of the...
Forum: Tech Help 03-16-2001, 09:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,591
Posted By Hazen
jdoc7, How do you get that 8mm passenger side...

jdoc7,
How do you get that 8mm passenger side bolt out? I've looked at all the usual places for an off-set wrench but am having no luck. No room for a socket. Don't really want to remove the pipes...
Forum: Tech Help 03-16-2001, 01:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 855
Posted By Hazen
Bad motor mounts will cause rough idle, too. Yes,...

Bad motor mounts will cause rough idle, too. Yes, I'm not joking. Also wrong or worn out plugs, bad wires, dirty or worn out distributor cap and or rotor, clogged injectors............
You get the...
Forum: Tech Help 03-16-2001, 01:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,178
Posted By Hazen
Sounds as if the power booster isn't functioning....

Sounds as if the power booster isn't functioning. Are all your vacuum lines/tubes properly attached to the booster/manifold?
Is the valve rod from the pedal assembly lined up correctly in the...
Forum: Tech Help 03-16-2001, 01:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 771
Posted By Hazen
I think you've got the top end covered! I...

I think you've got the top end covered!
I haven't got any idea on what a valve job goes for, but have heard the gasket, cam seal, new reservoir, flush, and valve guides/seals goes for about a...
Forum: Tech Help 03-13-2001, 09:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,653
Posted By Hazen
Absolutely. Fix it, and for God's sake change...

Absolutely. Fix it, and for God's sake change your fluid and filter. Have your tech flush the entire tranny, several times. Also flush the torque converter. Get all the crud out. Does the fluid smell...
Showing results 1 to 30 of 57
Page 1 of 2 1 2

 
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 05:58 AM.

Contact Us - Mercedes-Benz Discussion Forum - Archive - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2024 Pelican Parts, LLC - Posts may be archived for display on the Peach Parts or Pelican Parts Website -    DMCA Registered Agent Contact Page