I have a 1991 420 SEL with about 75,000 miles. Recently started a squeaking noise around the area of the selector lever while driving. If I put hand pressure on the lever, the noise stops. It's driving me nuts!! I'm sure that it needs a drop of lubricant somewhere in that area.

I already removed the center console around the selector lever and oiled up the base of the lever, but to no avail. Still squeaks..

I also have the maintenance information on CD ROM, but cannot find anything dealing with the assembly of the transmission selector lever or anything in that area that would give me a clue as to where to lubricate.

Any ideas anyone?????

Other than that, I love this car...

Bob Irving
Charlotte, NC
(704)882-2272

There is one (or more) plastic shifter bushings that is causing the squeak. I had the same thing happen years ago on my W124 (and holding the lever suppressed the squeak).

The bushing(s) should be inexpensive. Had it done by the dealer then, so I can't tell you how to go about the repair...sorry.

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This thread should be on point for you:

Shifter bushings -- walk me through this DIY

Good luck!

~Paul

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