How does a Mercedes Benz shut down the motor?
Mercedes did plan for such catastrophe however on several fronts by allowing the driver to manually lock all the doors and trunk, but not the gas flap, and shut down the motor by the metal “tab” labeled “STOP” to the side of the valve cover. When vacuum is low or absent as just mentioned, you will likely face very erratic shifting.
How many cylinders does a Mercedes 240D have?
This is a general over view of a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D with A/C. Always check your owners manual before you determine how your particular model is to be set up. The 300 series with five cylinders and the turbo models have a different vacuum line configuration so do not assume they are all the same.
How to fix Mercedes transmission that does not shift limp?
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Where does the vacuum go on a Mercedes 300D?
In all Mercedes diesel engines from the first 300D in 1975 up to the mid 1990’s, vacuum (suction) is used to turn the engine off – not electricity! In simple terms – there is a valve mounted on the rear or side of the diesel fuel injection pump. This valve has an arm attached to it that goes down inside the pump.
This is a general over view of a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D with A/C. Always check your owners manual before you determine how your particular model is to be set up. The 300 series with five cylinders and the turbo models have a different vacuum line configuration so do not assume they are all the same.
Is the Mercedes W123 240D a good car?
If you already own a Mercedes W123, 240D it will be no secret that vacuum is used everywhere. Despite the fact that this car, in my opinion, is one of the greatest cars ever built, both in a timeless look and mechanical longevity, they do indeed have their challenges and shortcomings.
Mercedes did plan for such catastrophe however on several fronts by allowing the driver to manually lock all the doors and trunk, but not the gas flap, and shut down the motor by the metal “tab” labeled “STOP” to the side of the valve cover. When vacuum is low or absent as just mentioned, you will likely face very erratic shifting.
Why are all of my shifts delayed?
Should you notice that all of your shifts are delayed, especially 1st to 2nd and the trans. wants to slam into gear when it does shift, you are most likely facing either a failed transmission vacuum module or a broken vacuum line or failing/failed vacuum pump.