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    1992 W124 300TD Electrical Problems

    Hi all, I haven't been very active here of late owing to the fact that I parked up my 300TD a couple of years ago. It has been started and run regularly (every couple of weeks) however I have now noticed some electrical issues, briefly as follows: 1. Rear lights very dim, both tailights...
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    W124 Heater Fan Removal

    Hi All, The heater fan in my W124 300TD Estate (1992) is just about to give up the ghost..oh what timing! Anyway, I've done a search on the forum and it seems to be a relatively common failure item. My question is how does one set about removal of offending motor and are replacements...
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    W124 300D OM603 Engine - Diagnosis of Faulty Vacuum Shut-off valve

    Hi All, Following on from an earlier thread regarding problems switching off my 300TD, it appears that either the shut-off valve is faulty or there is an intake of air somewhere in the vacuum system leading from the ignition switch. Can anyone give me a few general pointers on how to...
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    w124 300D won't stop with the key?

    :dk: Hi All, My 1992 W124 300TD (OM603 engine) has this evening decided to keep running even when the ignition is switched off and the key removed. I am aware that this may a vacuum related problem but I am unsure how to diagnose and rectify it - can anyone help? Thanks
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    1992 300TD - Excess smoke when starting from cold

    Hi All, I've noticed over the past few weeks that my 1992 300TD (245,000 miles) is emitting a large amount of whiteish smoke immediately after starting from cold (especially first thing in the morning) I've also noticed that it idles erratically for the first couple of minutes but tends to...
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    1992 W124 300TD - ATR Fluid and Filter(s)

    Hi All, My 300TD's A/T is not as smooth on upshifts/downshifts as it once was. I'm going to change the FLuid and Filter, is this doable by an average DIYer or would I need to send the car to a mechanic? Also, what fluid is recommended for this gearbox? Thanks.
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    S124 Estate - Leather Seats front and rear

    Hi All, I'm thinking of changing my current MB-Tex interior to a Leather interior. I would be interested in a full set of seats, front and rear, in cream/mushroom if possible. Thanks
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    S124 300TD Suspension Problem

    Hi All, In a bit of a quandry here.:o:o Had to bring home some floor tiles on Saturday in my estate with a total weight of 850kg. When I got home I noticed the car sitting very low at the back and when I looked underneath there was a steady dribble of oil/fluid from underneath the car...
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    W124 300D - Changing Injectors

    Hi all, I have been advised to change the injectors in my 1992 300TD owing to it's mileage (240,000 miles) I have sourced the injectors and would like to carry out the work myself, is there anything I should watch out for or any tips and tricks? Thanks
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    W124 300TD Estate

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    Third brake light - W124 Estate

    Hi all, What is involved in fitting a high mounted stop light to a W124 estate - are there kits available? Car is a 1992 300TD BTW Thanks.
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    W124 300TD respray

    Hi all, Some pictures of my W124 300TD recently resprayed. Both front wings replaced and both rear quarters repaired. Very happy with the quality of work. I have a set of 8-hole alloys to put on the car, however I have just realised that the wheels studs required are longer than those...
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    W124 Heater Blower

    Hi All, The heater blower in my 1992 W124 300TD has developed an intermittent noise which of late seems to be becoming more persistent - sounds like a metal-to-metal scraping noise if that makes any sense! Is it possible to repair/replace this component and if so how? Thanks
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    W124 300TD Estate - Bits and Pieces wanted

    Hi all, Just got back my 300TD yesterday after a full respray and am delighted with the end result. I will post pictures later. Anyway, I'm after the following if anyone can help: 1. Centre roll top console storage box 2. Rear luggage compartment cover 3. Set of Floor Mats 4. Rear...
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    Looking at 96 W124 E300 Multivalve Diesel

    Hi, I don't want to hijack the other similar thread so here goes. I have been offered a 1996 W124 E300 Multivalve Diesel Estate. I haven't yet seen the car in the flesh but the seller has Emailed me some photos and it seems to be in very good order. It's not top spec (no aircon) but does...
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    New member from Ireland

    Hi all, New member here from Co Clare in Southern Ireland. I have a 1992 W124 300TD estate which has recently been promoted to my daily driver having sold my 2005 BMW X5. Looking forward to getting to know some of you as I have a few technical issues which I require some assistance on.:o
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    1992 W124 300TD - Noisy Tappets

    Hi all, Long time lurker here - first time poster! As the title says, I have a 1992 W124 300TD with 231,000 miles. Mechanically, the car has been faultless - however it has a persistent problem with what I assume are noisy tappets. I change the oil and filter every 3000 miles and in the...
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