I'm freaked! I need an A/C evaporator (I think) - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

tom woolner · #1 06-02-2006, 01:41 AM

Thanks, guys. Right after I wrote my post about sealants, I read up on them and realised that it was not the solution.
I am just going to bite the bullet and have the job done right.

I'm just frustrated because after spending mega bucks last year, including a/c work (compressor, etc.,), adressing every known 500E "issue", and then some, I thought I was done with repairs for awhile.

It's true - the purchase price of an old MB is just the first repair bill.

Tom
92 500E, 170,000miles

2phast · #2 06-02-2006, 12:19 PM

Why can't the evap be accessed/replaced from inside the engine bay like it can on the W201?

Ron in SC · #3 06-02-2006, 12:56 PM

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Why can't the evap be accessed/replaced from inside the engine bay

Because, or at least it would seem that, Mercedes designed the air conditioning system and then built the car around it. I suppose they did not think the evaporator would ever fail.

brewtoo · #4 12-01-2006, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Ron in SC

Because, or at least it would seem that, Mercedes designed the air conditioning system and then built the car around it.

Yes, that and the water pump!

Pete Geither · #5 12-01-2006, 06:11 AM

Did the evaporator a couple of years ago over a weekend. Interesting job and not too bad really. Do a search and you will find tons of info on the job.