Thread: has anyone succeeded in repairing old-style driver's vacuum lock cylinder?
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Old 07-16-2014, 01:34 PM
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Originally Posted by uberwasser View Post
I didn't write this guide personally, just posted it on behalf of someone over on benzworld who did this. He reports it is working well a year later.

https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Repairing+Mercedes+W123+Door+Lock+Master+Vacuum+Switch/20887
Hmm
So, no parts are required to rebuild it... I'd try spraying brake cleaner in it, and moving it around a lot then dribble some silicone spray in there to lube it up...
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