Thread: Buying a 300SDL
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Old 12-10-2008, 12:10 AM
GregoryV022 GregoryV022 is offline
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Originally Posted by LUVMBDiesels View Post
Check the AC compressor and the entire climate control system.

Also check the power windows and the sun roof.

Check the cylinder head to see if it has a 14 stamped on it. That is the head that can crack if the engine overheats. Run the car, it should move out quickly from a stop and accelerate smartly. As you are driving, check the water temperature. It should not go over 85.

That should do it...
only 85, i have to disagree, ive driven one and ive gotten it much faster. where did you get your info
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