Just for grins, I looked up the PNs for the ignition module.

000 545 76 32 is for BOTH the 280SLC and 380SL with a long footnote on 380SL serial numbers

000 545 26 32 is for 380SL up to 1982.

So maybe this isn't the problem. I am surprised that those two engines would take the same unit. But when you think about it, all it does is take a signal from the distributor and fire the coil.

I would suggest checking/trying the following:

- spark with a timing light
- cold start valve for a spray of fuel while cranking
- press the air sensor plate down a little bit while cranking. Use a stick so you don't get singed if it backfires. If it fires, you may have an over-lean mixture or high control pressure.

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Chuck Taylor
Falls Church VA
'66 200, '66 230SL, '96 SL500. Sold: '81 380SL, '86 300E, '72 250C, '95 C220, 3 '84 280SL's '90 420SEL, '72 280SE, '73 280C, '78 280SE, '70 280SL, '77 450SL, '85 380SL, '87 560SL, '85 380SL, '72 350SL, '96 S500 Coupe