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Forum: Tech Help 09-29-2008, 04:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,012
Posted By Mark M
If you go to home depot, you will see merchandise...

If you go to home depot, you will see merchandise hung up on peg boards with display hooks. In the hardware section, buy the one that has a single post that is about 8-10 inches long. Put in a vise...
Forum: Tech Help 09-23-2008, 11:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 894
Posted By Mark M
Oil Pan Gasket Change 300te

1990 300te, 103.983 engine, 124.090 body sytle, 150,000 mi

I have the step-by-step instructions from the MB workshop manual. I have read all the posts relating to changing the oil pan gasket, but...
Forum: Tech Help 09-21-2008, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Man, do I feel stupid. I accidently had hit...

Man, do I feel stupid.
I accidently had hit the HOLD button on my Sears Duty Cycle meter and that's why it was displaying 81.36% in KOEOff mode. Also, output signal type must be set to %. Now it...
Forum: Tech Help 09-15-2008, 05:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Recap: 1990 300te California car, 148k mi. I...

Recap: 1990 300te California car, 148k mi.

I pulled the OVP and checked its fuses and connections. All good. Was replaced July 2006 at 120,000 mi.

Since clearing, the code 18 on socket 3 has...
Forum: Tech Help 09-13-2008, 11:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
I will certainly check the O2 wires again. When I...

I will certainly check the O2 wires again. When I did so 2 years ago, they were perfect and the sensor was performing within spec. Still had the Code 17 though. The code finally went away when I...
Forum: Tech Help 09-13-2008, 01:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Thanks for the input. OVP was replaced within the...

Thanks for the input. OVP was replaced within the last 18 months. Big weekend planned with USC-Ohio State game in town. I will test on Monday and report findings.
Forum: Tech Help 09-12-2008, 05:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
According to the documentation that I have, Pin...

According to the documentation that I have, Pin (socket) 3 is for the Continuous Fuel Injection System (CFI) and as you indicated earlier addresses the same DM as the built-in LED for Cal versions. I...
Forum: Tech Help 09-12-2008, 02:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Car management has to re-learn? I didn't know...

Car management has to re-learn? I didn't know they were that sophisticated in 1990. I will check my WIS under CPS testing. The tach works perfectly. With an ohmmeter, am I just checking for...
Forum: Tech Help 09-12-2008, 01:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
I will check my MB manuals. Bottom line, if...

I will check my MB manuals.

Bottom line, if I forgo any testing/troubleshooting and just replace both sensors, will the issue be resolved?

Any sense on why my idle has changed after doing the...
Forum: Tech Help 09-11-2008, 11:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Fuses have all been recently cleaned. Do you...

Fuses have all been recently cleaned.

Do you know which sensor this error code covers? (or both)
What is the procedure to check the signal from these sensors?

What is the source of...
Forum: Tech Help 09-11-2008, 07:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Arthur, After test drive today, fault 3 on...

Arthur,

After test drive today, fault 3 on pin 14 has returned. I cleared the code and then cleared the memory per your instructions. When I turned off the car, I checked and the code 3 was still...
Forum: Tech Help 09-11-2008, 01:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
I have done as you instructed. After starting the...

I have done as you instructed. After starting the car, I show just one flash on all the pins. I will test drive tomorrow and report further results.

One question though; I did this procedure...
Forum: Tech Help 09-10-2008, 11:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Yes. I got 3 flashes, held button down for 8...

Yes.

I got 3 flashes, held button down for 8 secs, there was a click and a single flash. Then key off.

To test I keyed on and held for 2-3 secs and got a single flash.

I assume that meant...
Forum: Tech Help 09-10-2008, 11:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Shameless bump. Anybody know what this error...

Shameless bump.

Anybody know what this error code means and how to correct?

Pin 14 - 3 "TN/TD signal (RPM) interrupted"
Forum: Tech Help 09-09-2008, 09:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
After 10 minute test drive, 3 flashes on pin 14...

After 10 minute test drive, 3 flashes on pin 14 has returned.

What is it and how to correct?
Forum: Tech Help 09-08-2008, 11:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
Arthur, thanks for the reply. Yes, I was...

Arthur, thanks for the reply.

Yes, I was able to clear the Pin 14, fault code 3 with the code reader. Now a single flash on that pin. I will test drive tomorrow and report back with findings.
...
Forum: Tech Help 09-08-2008, 06:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,992
Posted By Mark M
1990 300te Code 3 on Pin 14

Not getting any hits on another thread, so I will re-post here:

1990 300te
California Car, 147,000 miles, 124.090 body, engine 103.983

Ok, I built Arthur's home brew code reader as a project...
Forum: Tech Help 09-07-2008, 11:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,682
Posted By Mark M
1990 300te California Car 147,000 miles ...

1990 300te
California Car
147,000 miles
124.090 body
engine 103.983

Ok, I built Arthur's home brew code reader as a project with my 10-yr old son. It came out great and works like a charm....
Forum: Tech Help 09-07-2008, 11:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
If you follow all the procedures outlined in this...

If you follow all the procedures outlined in this thread in order you shoud be able to pinpoint the problem. To summarize:

-Check integrity of both fuses
-Check 3 wire connector behind the brake...
Forum: Tech Help 09-04-2008, 10:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
Auxiliary fuse box (F15) is located in the same...

Auxiliary fuse box (F15) is located in the same place according to my sources, next to the drivers side strut tower.

To get to the blower, here is the link to the DIY article that I used:
...
Forum: Tech Help 09-03-2008, 03:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,682
Posted By Mark M
I need to ask a simple question to tack onto the...

I need to ask a simple question to tack onto the end of this subject.

I have always wanted to build the simple code reader that I have seen on this site over the years, but have never understood...
Forum: Tech Help 09-01-2008, 12:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
Just wanted to give a final report to wrap up...

Just wanted to give a final report to wrap up this thread. After intermittent performance, I replaced the blower motor and squirrel cage assembly and the system runs like a champ once again.

My...
Forum: Tech Help 08-22-2008, 12:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
Arthur, As you suggested, I ran a jumper...

Arthur,

As you suggested, I ran a jumper wire from the blue at motor to a good ground w/key ON. No fan. After rotating the fan by hand a couple of times, it kicked on. Reconnected the blue wire...
Forum: Tech Help 08-21-2008, 08:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
If when I open things up, it all works fine...

If when I open things up, it all works fine again, can I bench test the regulator?

What should the readings be off the blue (ground) wire from the regulator?
Forum: Tech Help 08-21-2008, 08:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
I suspect that the regulator is bad since when I...

I suspect that the regulator is bad since when I had it apart before and grounded the blue connection and the fan ran full speed right away.

I will perform those final tests later tonight or...
Forum: Tech Help 08-21-2008, 08:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
Arthur, When I check the archives with the...

Arthur,

When I check the archives with the correct key words, I do see that you have posted quite extensively on the blower regulator topic. My bad.

The results of my test with a voltmeter are...
Forum: Tech Help 08-21-2008, 07:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
Arthr, Thanks for the testing summary. Of...

Arthr,

Thanks for the testing summary. Of all the posts I searched on this and other sites, nobody presented the layout for troubleshooting as you have.

I will test immeditely and post the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-21-2008, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,162
Posted By Mark M
1990 300te - 145,000 miles 124 body style I...

1990 300te - 145,000 miles 124 body style

I have the exact same problem. Car dies upon firm braking often when coming down a hill. It has done it on me 3 times in the exact same part of town. This...
Forum: Tech Help 08-21-2008, 07:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,816
Posted By Mark M
I have a similar problem but with enough...

I have a similar problem but with enough varaitions to make it interesting:

1990 300te - 145,000 mi
Yesterday my blower also stopped working when I pressed the button to change the fan speed....
Forum: Tech Help 02-29-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,635
Posted By Mark M
I have a 1990 300te 103 inline 6 with 130,000...

I have a 1990 300te 103 inline 6 with 130,000 miles in CA. Similar symptoms as you. Cold morning starts would take 5 minutes then the car would run fine for the rest of the day. Cylcing the key on &...
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