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Diesel Discussion
09-27-2014, 02:59 PM
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'96 E300D Climate Control Issues
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'96 E300D Climate Control Issues
I'm hoping someone here can help me out. The AC quit on my '96 E300D a while ago so I took it in to an independent AC shop and had it checked out. They said the compressor/clutch was seized up so I...
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Diesel Discussion
01-30-2014, 02:56 AM
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Just picked up a 1996 E300D
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The Overrunning Clutch Alternator Pulley is the Answer!
I have been replacing belt tensioner shocks about every 30k miles or about two years on my '96 & '97 E300Ds due to vibration rattles. So I too just researched the matter on the internet and...
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Diesel Discussion
01-13-2014, 11:51 PM
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1997 E300D flap switch -- does it really exist?
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S35 & S35/1
The switches are "micro type" switches integrated into S35 & S35/1 as shown on your attached diagram and they come attached to the vacuum flap assembly. I don't believe you can purchase them...
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Diesel Discussion
12-27-2013, 05:21 PM
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96 e300d battery drain
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Not as simple as pulling fuses!
The W210 has complicated computer and communications systems so pulling fuses to find the problem, as one could do on older cars, generally doesn't always result in problem discovery. The car's...
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Diesel Discussion
12-23-2013, 12:48 AM
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1997 E300 Head Gasket R&R 606 engine
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I'm not sure I understand the issue you point out...
I'm not sure I understand the issue you point out with the exhaust. However, the "fuel pump" in the middle of your second picture isn't a fuel pump at all but it is a fuel heat exchanger to preheat...
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Diesel Discussion
12-22-2013, 07:24 PM
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At my wits end- w201 steering wheel vibration
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What about LCA Bushings?
Sounds like lower control arm (LCA) bushings to me. There shouldn't be any noticeable flex in the LCA if you take a pry bar to the joint in the perpendicular direction to the LCA bushing bolt. If...
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Diesel Discussion
12-22-2013, 07:10 PM
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1997 E300 Head Gasket R&R 606 engine
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I'm Afraid to Admit This on this Forum ..... But
I had the same coolant leak problem you describe on my 1996 E300D with over 250k miles on the odometer. The engine runs great and I really didn't want to open it up just for the leak and risk it not...
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Diesel Discussion
12-08-2013, 08:29 PM
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1996 E300D Power Steering Pump Replacement
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Installed a Rebuilt ZF Model
There are two pumps for the E300D ..... ZF & Luk. I had a Luk pump on the vehicle but I couldn't find a reasonably priced rebuilt unit .... and most new Luk units are going for more than $500. ...
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Diesel Discussion
12-08-2013, 06:27 PM
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1996 E300D Power Steering Pump Replacement
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1996 E300D Power Steering Pump Replacement
The power steering pump was going bad on the '96 E300D .... moaning, groaning, & lack of power assist at low speeds. After almost 300k miles I guess it is ok that it was in need of retirement. So I...
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Diesel Discussion
12-08-2013, 02:15 AM
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Transmission Question - The 1999 E300
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Another Suggestion
I'd also suggest checking the transmission mount. When the rubber in the mount tears or separates the "fast" 1 to 2nd shift and the downshift when decelerating can create a loose knocking, or slop,...
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Diesel Discussion
07-27-2013, 02:52 PM
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A Heads Up to W210 E300D Owners!
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A Heads Up to W210 E300D Owners!
Ever since I purchased my '96 E300D about 5 years ago it has always been a step or two behind my '97 E300D and I just figured the newer transmission in the '97 was the difference. Over the past few...
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Diesel Discussion
07-21-2013, 11:49 PM
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Dome Light Non-Functional / Battery Drain
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Problem Solved!
It has been a long time ..... but I figured it out! Thanks for all the suggestions. I thought for sure it was the glow plugs sticking on but I ran a number of tests and I convinced myself that the...
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Diesel Discussion
07-21-2013, 11:25 PM
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'97 E300D stumble at 55-60 mph
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Check the Electric Change Over Valve
I had a similar problem with my 1997 E300D .... it would run fine but stumble around 2500 rpm. After messing around with the flaps and all the vacuum control valves in the vicinity of the air...
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Diesel Discussion
05-29-2013, 01:42 AM
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Dome Light Non-Functional / Battery Drain
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Up-Date
I took the car to Sears and they replaced the battery ...... the car worked fine for a couple of days then dead battery again. Checked the drain on the battery when the ignition is off and it was...
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Diesel Discussion
05-04-2013, 02:52 PM
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Dome Light Non-Functional / Battery Drain
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More Info
Checked the voltage under starting and running conditions and all is normal .... draw down to about 11.5V under glow .... 10V under start .... and maxes out at 13.7V at 4,000 rpm. I took the rear...
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Diesel Discussion
05-04-2013, 12:21 PM
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Dome Light Non-Functional / Battery Drain
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Dome Light Non-Functional / Battery Drain
A thief broke out the front window of my '97 E300D last week to steal my daughter's school backpack .... nothing else was damaged just the window was shattered. The car sat for a few days until the...
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Diesel Discussion
01-14-2013, 10:48 PM
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How far have you driven for parts ?
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The Two-Day Parts Trip
A few years ago my wife and I drove from Long Beach, Ca to Albuquerque, New Mexico .... about 800 miles / one night hotel stay / 800 miles back for a $500 random assortment of ponton parts that 1/2...
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Diesel Discussion
12-29-2012, 01:17 AM
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W210 Transmission Oil Service - how often?
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I've had two seperate independant MBZ mechanics...
I've had two seperate independant MBZ mechanics recommend to me to change the fluid every 60k miles. When I asked the dealer they said don't touch it ..... I didn't believe them! So I've been on...
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Diesel Discussion
11-20-2012, 09:17 PM
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fuel tank strainer
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I'm sure there is a test proceedure out lined...
I'm sure there is a test proceedure out lined somewhere along with a special guage to read the pressure output of the pump ..... but if the car idles fine on a negative incline (fuel in the tank...
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Diesel Discussion
11-19-2012, 03:35 AM
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fuel tank strainer
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What about the Lift Pump?
I'd think about checking or changing out the mechanical lift pump, especially if you have high mileage on the engine and have replaced all the o-rings. I had a similar situation happen to me on my...
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Diesel Discussion
11-02-2012, 02:32 AM
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1987 300D fuel filter location.
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Nothing special needed. Just push the two pieces...
Nothing special needed. Just push the two pieces together. If the hose is hard and the connection is loose you may need to get a new "fresh" section of rubber vacuum hose maybe a little longer so...
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Diesel Discussion
11-01-2012, 11:39 AM
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1987 300D fuel filter location.
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If my memory serves me right .... your power will...
If my memory serves me right .... your power will be restored if you reconnect the vacuum hose circled in red. I believe that is the hose that ultimately provides "pressure" to move the fuel rack...
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Diesel Discussion
10-30-2012, 08:39 PM
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W210 E300 OM606 Bad MPG
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Bad wheel bearings? Dragging brakes? Do all...
Bad wheel bearings? Dragging brakes? Do all four wheels spin easily when off the ground?
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Diesel Discussion
09-10-2012, 10:44 AM
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W124 intermittent rough idle
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1,054
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DAR2KMR2
Sounds Like a Vacuum Problem!
I had simillar problems with my 1987 300D .... I swapped out the worn motor mounts which smoothed out the engine tremendously and I replaced all the worn vacuum hoses in the engine compartment and...
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Diesel Discussion
09-05-2012, 02:48 AM
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Metal shavings never make a pretty picture! Help with a diagnosis please.
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Oops I forgot you have a 5 cylinder ..... my '87...
Oops I forgot you have a 5 cylinder ..... my '87 is a 6 cylinder .... I suspect you have much more clearance between the fan and the radiator than my vehicle has ...... well I did say it was a guess!
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Diesel Discussion
09-05-2012, 02:44 AM
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Metal shavings never make a pretty picture! Help with a diagnosis please.
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5,446
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DAR2KMR2
Check your Radiator!
My guess is that the radiator is somehow "off track" so that it is sitting at a slight angle closer to the engine than it is suspose to be most likely on the passenger side. What I think you are...
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Diesel Discussion
08-11-2012, 12:23 AM
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1997 key repair
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DAR2KMR2
What the Dealer Won't Tell You!
I too had a worn ignition cylinder and worn keys in my 1997 E300D and at almost 300k miles it became hit and miss on getting the car started with the 3 keys I had ..... took the car in to the shop...
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Diesel Discussion
07-24-2012, 03:42 AM
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issues with W210?
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DAR2KMR2
I own both a W124 diesel ('87) and, up until...
I own both a W124 diesel ('87) and, up until three weeks ago, three W210 diesels .... all but one at or near 300k. I "sold" the "newist" W210 with only 210k on the odometer to the insurance company...
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Diesel Discussion
07-09-2012, 02:23 AM
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'91 300D 2.5t Rear End Noise & W124 Axle Shaft Interchangability
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DAR2KMR2
At over 350k miles its probably just a bad wheel...
At over 350k miles its probably just a bad wheel bearing.
Good Luck.
David Roseman
Long Beach, Ca
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Diesel Discussion
06-26-2012, 09:54 PM
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Testing resonator flaps
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DAR2KMR2
Another simple yet important aspect to proper...
Another simple yet important aspect to proper operation of the flaps is good vacuum lines/connectors .... replace any rubber parts of the vacuum system that are cracked or loose. You can check that...
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