Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Gremlin Hunt

 

Also, check to see if anyone did any "creative" wiring, like bypassing the fuse system and wiring things directly to the battery.  The PO of my 1988 MB decided to do some "direct" wiring that I didn't notice until I had to get under the center console one day and found that someone had spliced some wires together, running off the hot lead for the drivers power seat, which will operate with the ignition off.
 
 
If I read your answer correctly, take out the driver door bulb and see if the drain stops. If so you have located the drain. Also if hte light did not go out when you pull the fuse, I believe you have the wrong fuse.
Chuck

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "CaitlinDean" <tinymachine@...> wrote:
>
> I disconnected the negative cable, clipped the test light clip to the negative terminal, and used an office binder clip to secure the "point" to the negative battery post.
>
> I wondered about the clock (mine doesn't work, but I guess that doesnt' mean it can't draw current)
>
> And I confirmed that the driver side rear door light is always on.
>
> ...still hunting....
> Caitlin in Santa Fe
>
> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, Bogy Wan Kenobi <polespearbogy@> wrote:
> >
> > Caitlin:
> >
> > How is this test light connected? From where to where? Is it between the battery post and the cable that would otherwise go on on that post?
> >
> > Also, your clock is always on. I don't know how much current it draws but I don't believe it should make even a weak test light glow. And I don't remember if it is on a fuse or not.
> >
> > Bogy.
> >
> > --- On Fri, 11/4/11, Caitlin Dean <tinymachine@> wrote:
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Yesterday I changed out the entire fuse box, and even with all the fuses out, the test light still had a slight glow.
> > Does this mean I have a short?  A loose ground wire?  (this is me sorta talking out my bum)
> >
> > My symptoms (that I know of) are:
> > Rear dome wouldn't shut off (it's now unplugged)Front dome is sketchy (sometimes it works, sometimes not)Antenna will not retract
> > Door lights may stay on (hard to test since in daylight they're out of sight when door is shut)
> > Which are all on fuse #15, which didn't make the light go out when I pulled it...
> >
> > Things that are "working" on this fuse are:Trunk light workspassenger vanity light works (driver side doesn't have cover to lift and activate it, so it's always off...don't know how test for sure)
> > warning monitor term (I don't know what this is)
> >
> > How do I even begin to troubleshoot this?  I don't want to ruin my new battery (or be caught uncharged again)...
> >
> > I *really* need a manual.....
> > Caitlin in Santa Fe
> >
> > --
> > Forget safety.  Live where you fear to live.
> > Destroy your reputation.  Be notorious.
> > I have tried prudent planning long enough.
> >
> > From now on, I'll be mad.
> >
> > - Rumi
> >
>



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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Power Steering Flush question...83 300SD

 



--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Nate" <vwnate1@...> wrote:
>
>
> Very good ! .
>
> Now , be aware you'll have to do this again a few times before the PS ATF stays red & sweet smelling , like every second oil & filter change .

That's good to know...and seems easy enough now that I know what NOT to do ;)

> hek of a messy job , isn't it ? .

Well it sure was the way I tried it ;) Fluid drippin n splashin. I had about 9 seconds of freaking out and then I remembered to enjoy the "ride" (and learn)

Hopefully I'll get to this tomorrow after I get the car back from the shop (v-belts, driveshaft securing).

Cheers!
Caitlin in Santa Fe

>
> -Nate
> Caitlin wrote:
> >
> > Hi there...
> >
> > I was just going to replace my PS filter and the leaky return hose, but
> > after researching (and not really knowing the history of this car) I
> > figured I'd do a flush as well.
> >
> > All the instructions I've come across mention to undo the return hose at
> > the pump. The details are a little unclear as to how to gracefully catch
> > the fluid as you flush, and many folks comment that it does tend to gush.
> >
> > Q: For the flush, can I undo the return hose at the other end and put that
> > end in a bottle since I'm replacing the hose anyway? (assuming it will get
> > soaked in PS fluid in the bottle)
> >
> >
> > I'm about to replace my fuel return lines, then run out to get more PS
> > fluid (only got enough to fill the reservoir, now I want to do the
> > flush...need more!) and then I'll finish up today with the PS maintenance.
> >
> > Thanks in advance and happy weekend!
> > Caitlin in Santa Fe
> >
> > --
> > Forget safety. Live where you fear to live.
> > Destroy your reputation. Be notorious.
> > I have tried prudent planning long enough.
> > From now on, I'll be mad.
> >
> > - Rumi
> >
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Gremlin Hunt

 

Hi Chuck...thanks...more clarification...

The test light had a low glow the entire time, even when the fuse box was totally empty. (It did not go out when I pulled the - or all - fuse(s))

My first symptom was the rear dome wouldn't go out. So I unplugged that, and that's when the rear driver side door light "took over"...now *it* won't go out. So if I unplug it, I'm wondering if my symptom will swim upstream?

Not only am I a beginner, but the electrical thing I am *totally* new to (I mean...not to electricity...I use it every day!) and still have a LOT to learn :)

My friend has a volt meter and I can borrow that to do more troubleshooting.

I will try pulling fuse 15 to see if indeed the door light goes out...according to the chart, both the rear dome, and all door lights, are on it....let's see if i'm looking at the right chart ;)

Betty's in the shop today getting new V-belts and her driveshaft secured.

Caitlin in Santa Fe

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "c24052000" <jcrcpa@...> wrote:
>
> If I read your answer correctly, take out the driver door bulb and see if the drain stops. If so you have located the drain. Also if hte light did not go out when you pull the fuse, I believe you have the wrong fuse.
> Chuck
>
>
> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "CaitlinDean" <tinymachine@> wrote:
> >
> > I disconnected the negative cable, clipped the test light clip to the negative terminal, and used an office binder clip to secure the "point" to the negative battery post.
> >
> > I wondered about the clock (mine doesn't work, but I guess that doesnt' mean it can't draw current)
> >
> > And I confirmed that the driver side rear door light is always on.
> >
> > ...still hunting....
> > Caitlin in Santa Fe
> >
> > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, Bogy Wan Kenobi <polespearbogy@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Caitlin:
> > >
> > > How is this test light connected? From where to where? Is it between the battery post and the cable that would otherwise go on on that post?
> > >
> > > Also, your clock is always on. I don't know how much current it draws but I don't believe it should make even a weak test light glow. And I don't remember if it is on a fuse or not.
> > >
> > > Bogy.
> > >
> > > --- On Fri, 11/4/11, Caitlin Dean <tinymachine@> wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Yesterday I changed out the entire fuse box, and even with all the fuses out, the test light still had a slight glow.
> > > Does this mean I have a short?  A loose ground wire?  (this is me sorta talking out my bum)
> > >
> > > My symptoms (that I know of) are:
> > > Rear dome wouldn't shut off (it's now unplugged)Front dome is sketchy (sometimes it works, sometimes not)Antenna will not retract
> > > Door lights may stay on (hard to test since in daylight they're out of sight when door is shut)
> > > Which are all on fuse #15, which didn't make the light go out when I pulled it...
> > >
> > > Things that are "working" on this fuse are:Trunk light workspassenger vanity light works (driver side doesn't have cover to lift and activate it, so it's always off...don't know how test for sure)
> > > warning monitor term (I don't know what this is)
> > >
> > > How do I even begin to troubleshoot this?  I don't want to ruin my new battery (or be caught uncharged again)...
> > >
> > > I *really* need a manual.....
> > > Caitlin in Santa Fe
> > >
> > > --
> > > Forget safety.  Live where you fear to live.
> > > Destroy your reputation.  Be notorious.
> > > I have tried prudent planning long enough.
> > >
> > > From now on, I'll be mad.
> > >
> > > - Rumi
> > >
> >
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : Power Steering Flush question...83 300SD

 


Very good ! .

Now , be aware you'll have to do this again a few times before the PS ATF stays red & sweet smelling , like every second oil & filter change .

hek of a messy job , isn't it ? .

-Nate
Caitlin wrote:
>
> Hi there...
>
> I was just going to replace my PS filter and the leaky return hose, but
> after researching (and not really knowing the history of this car) I
> figured I'd do a flush as well.
>
> All the instructions I've come across mention to undo the return hose at
> the pump. The details are a little unclear as to how to gracefully catch
> the fluid as you flush, and many folks comment that it does tend to gush.
>
> Q: For the flush, can I undo the return hose at the other end and put that
> end in a bottle since I'm replacing the hose anyway? (assuming it will get
> soaked in PS fluid in the bottle)
>
>
> I'm about to replace my fuel return lines, then run out to get more PS
> fluid (only got enough to fill the reservoir, now I want to do the
> flush...need more!) and then I'll finish up today with the PS maintenance.
>
> Thanks in advance and happy weekend!
> Caitlin in Santa Fe
>
> --
> Forget safety. Live where you fear to live.
> Destroy your reputation. Be notorious.
> I have tried prudent planning long enough.
> From now on, I'll be mad.
>
> - Rumi
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : 300TD 1980 Wagon. Only high defrost

 


You have The Evil Klima I Servo ~ it's prolly dead as it has a motor inside it that controls the _4_ fan speeds .

I gave away all my spares once I was rid of my 1980 Sports Coupe .

Consider the " Unwired Tools " Digital Servo up grade , kinda $pendy but a one time fix , Vs. the two or three year constant need to screw with The Evil Klima I Servo from HELL.......

-Nate
Lawrence wrote:
>
> I have a 1980 With the push button climate control.  Is this vacuum operated in
> other positions?  The fan only works when High defrost is pushed.  No other
> position or slower fan speeds works.  What to do?  Lawrence Rhodes.
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Full heat on all settings except max cold - 84 300D

 


I'd replace the entire Monovalve first , the coil occasionally poops out along with the rubber diaphragm .

-Nate
Jim wrote:
>
> OK my 84 300D is putting out full heat constantly on all settings except max cold. It is drawing air past the sensor. I put a hair dryer on the sensor to heat it up, no change. I guess it could be the sensor if I was lucky. Anyone know the next culprit? I'm guessing it would be the part referred to as the temp regulator unit, or amp, or whatever, the $125 silver box under the dash? Anyone had experience with this? I guess it could also be the pushbutton box with the temp wheel. I don't know how all this stuff works together. Thanks for your help.
>
> Jim
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Mazatlan.

 


Cold or _warm_ beer ? .

When I lived in Guatemala , I learned to like warm beer as it $aved $$$.....

Glad you made it O.K. ! .

-Nate
Tony wrote:
>
> Car performed wonderfully, (except the cruise control) 2500 miles in 5 1/2 days of driving. Woulda been better if Nate would have shown up to do the driving.
> It is warm, the beer is cold, the bikinis tiny, and we have a great suite in an old hotel in the heart of old town.
> Still rinsing the road rash off, & looking forward to doing some cruising around the area in a few weeks when we can sit comfortably on our tired butts.
> Tony.
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : Timing Chains Etc.

 


Yes well ;

Maybe so *BUT* ~ Tom and I were looking at a very nice 198? SEL Saturday , trying to figure out WHY the hell it had been junked with nice paint , perfect interior , no oil leaks etc. when Tom noticed the left side alloy cam cover was all cracked where the cam chain had smacked the inside if it when it jumped time....

Not a total loss though , i found a decent condition $5 emergency triangle in the trunk , i got the holding clip too .

Now I just need a W-116 clip so I can use it .

-Nate
Nate R. wrote:
>
>
> I've heard from several shops,that if engine oil is changed right
>
> new chains are not needed.
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Gremlin Hunt

 

If I read your answer correctly, take out the driver door bulb and see if the drain stops. If so you have located the drain. Also if hte light did not go out when you pull the fuse, I believe you have the wrong fuse.
Chuck

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "CaitlinDean" <tinymachine@...> wrote:
>
> I disconnected the negative cable, clipped the test light clip to the negative terminal, and used an office binder clip to secure the "point" to the negative battery post.
>
> I wondered about the clock (mine doesn't work, but I guess that doesnt' mean it can't draw current)
>
> And I confirmed that the driver side rear door light is always on.
>
> ...still hunting....
> Caitlin in Santa Fe
>
> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, Bogy Wan Kenobi <polespearbogy@> wrote:
> >
> > Caitlin:
> >
> > How is this test light connected? From where to where? Is it between the battery post and the cable that would otherwise go on on that post?
> >
> > Also, your clock is always on. I don't know how much current it draws but I don't believe it should make even a weak test light glow. And I don't remember if it is on a fuse or not.
> >
> > Bogy.
> >
> > --- On Fri, 11/4/11, Caitlin Dean <tinymachine@> wrote:
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Yesterday I changed out the entire fuse box, and even with all the fuses out, the test light still had a slight glow.
> > Does this mean I have a short?  A loose ground wire?  (this is me sorta talking out my bum)
> >
> > My symptoms (that I know of) are:
> > Rear dome wouldn't shut off (it's now unplugged)Front dome is sketchy (sometimes it works, sometimes not)Antenna will not retract
> > Door lights may stay on (hard to test since in daylight they're out of sight when door is shut)
> > Which are all on fuse #15, which didn't make the light go out when I pulled it...
> >
> > Things that are "working" on this fuse are:Trunk light workspassenger vanity light works (driver side doesn't have cover to lift and activate it, so it's always off...don't know how test for sure)
> > warning monitor term (I don't know what this is)
> >
> > How do I even begin to troubleshoot this?  I don't want to ruin my new battery (or be caught uncharged again)...
> >
> > I *really* need a manual.....
> > Caitlin in Santa Fe
> >
> > --
> > Forget safety.  Live where you fear to live.
> > Destroy your reputation.  Be notorious.
> > I have tried prudent planning long enough.
> >
> > From now on, I'll be mad.
> >
> > - Rumi
> >
>

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[diesel_mercedes] PAP Visits

 

Rain delayed, but hit the Monrovia / El Monte yard today. Nothing there along diesel lines, some w126 gassers - but, nothing for me to back for although they are moving the storage area around and have bulldozers, concrete forms, and gravel - maybe some osha requirements?

Will do Ontario and Pomona tomorrow.

brian from la verne

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: 300TD 1980 Wagon. Only high defrost

 

I talked to George Murphy the brush guy and he said it's vacuum related.  I
figured as much.  By unhooking the green vacuum line at the T at the fire wall a
vacuum leak is caused not allowing the other buttons to work.  Lawrence
Rhodes...........I mess with it today.

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Mazatlan.

 

no, I mean women's swim wear..........that's the point! "the horror, the
horror"........

----- Original Message -----
From: "Nate Rector" <tccservice111@yahoo.com>
To: <diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Monday, November 07, 2011 7:36 AM
Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Mazatlan.

you mean speedos

________________________________
From: ygmir111 <ygmir111@att.net>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, November 7, 2011 10:33 AM
Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Mazatlan.

I dunno about "attack", I could easily see it as a public service warning,
not to imagine you in a bikini.
Max, may well have saved us all a lot of stress.

Henry

----- Original Message -----
From: "Lost but making good time." <aldridgetony97@yahoo.com>
To: <diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Monday, November 07, 2011 7:22 AM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Mazatlan.

I look good in a tiny bikini, and where is the moderator? I should not have
to put up with a personal attack like that.
Max hope yer buns freeze up. Think we will go bawdy surfin this aft.
Tony.

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "ygmir111" <ygmir111@...> wrote:
>
> ** chuckling**
>
>
>
> Hmmmmmmmmmmmm, I'm having a real hard time imagining you in a tiny bikini
> Tony.
> Max
> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Lost but making good time."
> <aldridgetony97@> wrote:
> >
>

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