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haasman · #4 03-27-2004, 02:22 PM

If it were my car I would also check all of the throttle linkages and make sure they are properly lubed and are not binding. There are ball caps and pivots. I believe Mercedes recommends ATF to lube.

Over the years I have done this at least once a year with all of the cars I have owned and it is well worth it. Prevents binding and keeps the gas pedal operating smoothly and easily.

On the left side of the engine is the bowden cable that comes up from the transmission. Does it move freely or bind?

Since one will have to remove the air cleaner assembly to gain access to the linkage, but sure the air mass sensor plate moves easily and freely. Is it and/or the edges of the housing dirty? If so be sure to gently wipe clean these both.

Also, have you checked your cap and rotor? And BTW how about Plugs? What kind of plugs?

Does the car do this in every gear?

When was the transmission serviced last? Be sure to check the vacuum modulator on the left side of the trans: It has a vacuum tube that goes to it. Is the rubber tube connecting it brittle and hard? Pull the tube off, does ATF leak out of it? That would mean replacement.

Keep us posted,

Haasman