What kind of engine does the Mercedes 300D have?
Finally, there’s Mercedes’ latest steering wheel, which feels great in your hands but is festooned with buttons. The mechanical changes are modest, although the 300d gets a more powerful version of the OM654 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine already used in the A-Class and E-Class.
What kind of suspension does the Mercedes GLC 300D have?
As with all GLC models, it now comes as standard with the firm’s 9G-Tronic+ nine-speed automatic gearbox. Standard cars get coil springs and adaptive dampers, with AMG Line versions getting a subtly stiffer set-up. Optional, and fitted to all of our test cars, is the Air Body Control three-chamber air suspension.
Where is the rack damper on a 1978 300SD?
(You will not find the rack damper on the 1978 to 1980 116 300SD turbo engine unless the engine or the pump has been changed). Installation: You will need two short wrenches (14 mm open end and 12 mm box end). Loosen up the inner locking nut and turn the rack damper bolt counterclockwise to remove.
How many miles per gallon does a Mercedes 300D 2.5 Turbo get?
Mercedes-Benz has manufactured models of 300D 2.5 Turbo for 4 years. They average 25.8 combined miles per gallon, with the latest 1993 300D 2.5 Turbo above average at 26 combined MPG. Government regulators estimate the fuel cost of the 1993 300D 2.5 Turbo to be $1,800 per year.
What should I know about my Mercedes 300D?
Good compression is paramount on a diesel engine. These cars use vacuum extensively. The vacuum lines become old and brittle with age and can cause all sorts of gremlins from door locks to engine shut off. Fortunately the vacuum system is (relatively) easy to diagnose and repair.
How much does it cost to repair a Mercedes 300D?
Plan on spending about $500 if the cruise control isn’t working correctly. Also, be aware that they require valve adjustments every 15K miles (about $150 each). Expect to spend in the $5-10K range for a good driver (not a show car), and don’t be surprised if it costs you about $1000 per year for the usual “old car nits.”
How can I tell if my Mercedes 300d is rust free?
Start with a vehicle that has a rust free body and under carriage. Next, run a compression test on all five cylinders. Good compression is paramount on a diesel engine. These cars use vacuum extensively. The vacuum lines become old and brittle with age and can cause all sorts of gremlins from door locks to engine shut off.