Climate control vacuum element - need source
 

This is a vacuum element for recirculating air on my 79 240D. It is located just behind the glove compartment. I have checked Fastlane and All Parts on this forum, and cannot find a replacement. All parts had one that was similar, but the metal arm was different. The MB dealer wants $72.
Does anyone know another source? Any help will be appreciated.

Sometime you have to poke around categories that don't seem correct. Or do a search.

http://catalog.peachparts.com/ShopByVehicle.epc?q=&yearid=1979@@1979&makeid=63@@MERCEDES+BENZ@@X&modelid=6139%3AED%7C10000129%3AMB C%7C1489@@240D&catid=241766@@Body+Mechanical+%26+Trim&subcatid=241854@@Vacuum+Element&applicationid= W0133-1614393&mode=PA

Look up George Murphy here he sells all kinds of new replacement parts. You can buy just the diaphragms for that actuator for 5 or 8 bucks. I'd do all of them if you have the dash out. Our good friend Murphy will cause the rest of them will start leaking pretty soon as well.

I might have one used
 

If you could post a close up picture showing the part number on the shaft I can see what I have. I have several different vacuum elements from a late 70's 116. If I have what you need, I would ask $20 + shipping.
Thanks,
Lee Zook

Thanks to all for the replies. This is all good information.
I did not know that a replacement diaphram was available. I will try that route first.
zooklm, the number on the shaft is 90.704.31.422 . I will contact you if the replacement diaphram does not work out.
Thanks again!

I've been looking into elements for my SD. The stamped part numbers are apparently for the components used to make a pod as 2 very different pods have the same # stamped on the case.

Google search mercedes vacuum element and some pods will come up. Look in the FSM for function & location. Some sites you can get a list of Behr parts that apply to your vehicle.

You could also send Phil an email. The fast way is to order from Phil, pull dash & install. Search & education takes time.

I don't think I'll install a used element as some of my used elements work and some don't. Since the dash is out, I want elements fixed. Dash removal wasn't bad. Only some of the pods can be repaired with new diaphrams but I haven't researched specifics - yet. Again, info on this site and the FSM helps.