AIR pump removed..shorter belt? (M104)
 

Hello!
The air pump on my 300e 24v -91 (ac equipped M104.980) sounds like a old Messerschmitt when engine is cold.
Now I have to remove the pump to fix it, can I install a shorter serpentine belt meanwhile? (so I can drive to my job).

I think the 2415mm should fit (so I bought one), my old belt is 2445mm long.

Let us know if it works -- I'd be surprised, but I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.

shorter belt on 300E
 

I thought that the airpump on my 91 300CE was making the noise that I was hearing so I ordered a remanufactured one and paid $260. for it...still have the receipt. I put it in only to realize the old one was good and it was the alternator. If you would like it, I would be willing to sell it for $220.00. As I said I still have the receipt and would ship it to you upon receiving a bank check or money order...let me know if you are interested. You can email me at amiraglia@comcast.net

I am lookin for the air pump What is the part number I have 104992 engine
does the shorter belt worked for you?

It would be so great if people would come and post the resolution to their questions? It might just make the next guys search easier. Ok just ranting because I've been look for this info since i woke up this morning.

DITTO!

I have driving with a shorter belt and no airpump for six years now. Don't remember the lenght of the belt.

I should have taken my own advice. I was able to use the same belt, the belt tensioner took up the small amount of slack that removal of the air pump created.

93+" is optimal length with no air pump on my car

I also bought a plug from the dealer to fill the hole that was created on the engine from removal of the air pumps associated piping. MB part number A1040160033.