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Originally Posted by JimmyL
*Are Cali emissions different on these models?
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I believe the CA model came with a "smog pump" that recirculates unburned exhaust vapors to meet the then higher emission standards.
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*Is this a model with wiring harness issues? {doesn't appear based on my search, but not sure}
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No, that would be the later model C-Class, W202. The M103 does have a notable history of blowing headgaskets.
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*Do these require the use of premium gas {cheaper than diesel!}
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Because of the compression ratio, 9.2:1, yes. Premium Unleaded.
177hp @5700 rpm; 188 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm; 17,956 brought in by MBUSA with a MSRP of $44,850