How do I remove the windshield washer reservoir? I have removed the 10mm bolt from the long bracket that points toward the front of the vehicle. After removing that bolt, the reservoir is still attached from the bottom.

How do I release the reservoir from whatever is holding it from the bottom?

Thank you--Jim Herold

__________________
Jim Herold--Current: 1987 190E 16V, 1999 ML 430--Past: 1971 280 SL, 1972 250

1 bolt & 1 clip....then pull up...somewhat TIGHT area.

__________________
MERCEDES Benz Master Guild Technician (6 TIMES)
ASE Master Technician
Mercedes Benz Star Technician (2 times)
44 years foreign automotive repair
27 Years M.B. Shop foreman (dealer)
MB technical information Specialist (15 years)
190E 2.3 16V ITS SCCA race car (sold)
1986 190E 2.3 16V 2.5 (sold)
Retired Moderator

Is the "one bolt" the 10mm that I've already removed from the arm that sticks out from the front of the reservoir?

Where is the "clip" that you refer to and how do I remove that?

I really appreciate your help==Jim Herold

__________________
Jim Herold--Current: 1987 190E 16V, 1999 ML 430--Past: 1971 280 SL, 1972 250

Jim, could you take pics of the process if you have time?
The only DIY info I have is to remove the entire E-box to be able to get the new larger reservoir in. If you find a better way to do this (or if Gilly knows), I'd appreciate it...

BTW, superglue and waterproof caulk don't plug the seam cracks. I tried :-)

My current reservoir is leaking if I fill it more than about halfway. I was going to try a repair. I wasn't planning on installing a larger replacement. I have the MBZ repair DVD and shifting to the larger reservoir looks like a big job.

Your footnote leads me to think leak repair might not be that effective???

__________________
Jim Herold--Current: 1987 190E 16V, 1999 ML 430--Past: 1971 280 SL, 1972 250

Mine filled up half way as well. It's a common problem.
I've heard that if you caulk it, it might last a year...the forces ripping it apart will do it again (it's pretty obvious why if you look at the position of those clips holding it to the top frame)-:
I used a q-tip to apply gorilla glue to it after cleaning it w/ no luck.

What does the repair DVD say to do to get the large reservoir in? Anything simpler than ripping out the entire e-box?

I've replaced the original design with the new larger design. I do not think there is a way to accomplish this fix without moving the ebox. I removed the headlight too but that doesn't really make the changeout any easier.

Good luck.

__________________
Jim

I repaired the crack the my tank in my 99 ML 320 with this product (Goop Marine Adhesive).

http://www.amazinggoop.com/amazinggoop/index.html

Didn't have to remove it from the vehicle. Has lasted for a few years.

__________________


Behind every great man is a great woman. Behind every great woman is a great behind.

I will try Goop Marine. Interesting suggestion. I am the one who started this thread. I talked off line with several manufacturers in the paint/solvent business. Their suggestion was to check into canoe/kayak repair solutions. Goop Marine is that type of product.

Thanks for the idea. I've had good luck with other Goop Products.

__________________
Jim Herold--Current: 1987 190E 16V, 1999 ML 430--Past: 1971 280 SL, 1972 250

Do I have to remove the radiator crossmember and headlight to remove the reservoir. I just discovered a leak from the reservoir and MB dealer no longer carries the original reservoir. How difficult to install the larger, 7.6L, reservoir?