i've read elsewhere about 420 - 560 v-8's that after changing oil and before
starting engine you should disconnect the coil wire, ground it, and turn the
starter to build up oil pressure for the chain tensioner to help prevent jumping
a tooth. i don't see any reference to this procedure in the MB manuals on the
380 SE, and i'm wondering if it applies to this engine or just the bigger boys.

i've searched the forums and haven't come up with much under oil change, coil wire, and model. maybe i'm just not using the right words to search. and i
thought i had the oil change part down pretty good.

thanks for any help you can spare, and seasons greetings to all!

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rayroyw
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'85 380SE (238,300) my "new" old car!
'84 300D (303,000+)
'72 250/8 (mercy heaven)