does changing out these items require special DIY skills? any instructions?
thanks.

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1993 500SEL

It's a little tight but there's really nothing to it. The parts are suprisingly expensive - you might want to inspect the old before you buy.

any pics?
the mechanic inspected and thinks the cap is burnt and needs replacement.

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1993 500SEL

The DIY section at this site features a how-to on this subject.

http://www.peachparts.com/Wikka/M119DistCapRotor

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Mike Murrell
1991 300-SEL - Model 126
M103 - SOHC
"Fräulein"

this is just what l was looking for. thanks much.

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1993 500SEL

Man, the caps and rotors for the M119 are insanely overpriced!

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1992 Mercedes-Benz 400E
2002 Mercedes-Benz ML500