The later cars did away with the Klima controlling the kickdown solenoid. I think 1985-86 were the only years that had the Klima controlling kickdown. I know 1987+ W126 did away with it. I'd assume the other models were similar.

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Current stable:
1995 E320 157K (Nancy)
1983 500SL 125K (SLoL)

Gone but not forgotten:
1986 300SDL (RIP)
1991 350SD
1991 560SEL
1990 560SEL
1986 500SEL Euro (Rusted to nothing at 47K!)

Gone and wanting to forget:
1985 524TD 167K (TotalDumpster™) [Definitely NOT a Benz]