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  1. B

    trans fliud 230E

    As i dont have a w/shop manual//which is the correct fluid for my auto 1982 w123 230e. I dont want to take a chance of fitting the wrong spec.
  2. R

    New shocks & springs for my 1983 W123 230E

    Previous owner recently fitted new shocks and springs but specified 'heavy duty' Bilstein shocks and 'Taxi Ride' coil springs. As a result ride height is too high for me - looks a bit odd. and the car seems to jump down rather violently when going one bumps and speed bumps etc...
  3. J

    W123 230E Ignition Wiring Problems - Please Help!

    Hi there, Is anyone able to tell me how the ignition coil should be wired with the ignition control module (part no. 002 545 18 32) for a 230E (1984)? I removed an after market alarm and immobiliser and foolishly didn't note the connections. I can't find a wiring diagram to suit the...
  4. P

    Near side doors for w123 230e saloon 1983

    Hi. I am looking for a pair of complete doors both near (passenger) side to repair my mutilated but still lovely w123. If anyone has some or knows where I can find some then I'd love to hear about it. Many thanks.
  5. A

    Which w124 model is best.

    Hi all, I was just wondering what engine do you recommend for the w124 (200e, 230e and 300e). Thanks.
  6. R

    Buying guide questions W123 230E

    Hi Brains Trust A few questions as thinking its time to have one of these... -Are the 5 speed manuals OK, or is car better suited to the Auto box. -Are the sunroofs problematical re. water ingress and subsequent rust issues? -Should one avoid the plain 230 as less power than the 230E...
  7. Redfoxie

    W123 230E valve clearance

    Hi. I am new to the world of mercedes and have fallen in love with logical way these vehicles work and are put together. However I cannot find a book/ manual on my car. I need to adjust the valves but I don't have the gap info. Can someone provide me with the valve clearance for the 1984 230e w123?
  8. D

    W123 230E Petrol tank removal

    Hi I am looking to remove the fuel tank on my 1985 W123 230E in order to give it a degrease and acid clean. Does anyone have experience of removing the tank? I have removed the sender, drained the tank, disconnected the fuel line to the fuel pump and have removed the four nuts that hold the...
  9. M

    1991 W124 230E - Well sorted after much recent work.

    Here is my advert for my lovely Mercedes W124. Unfortunately, after nearly 5 years, I think the time may be right to sell as I’m not going to have much free time to use the car in 2014 and I have two other cars to occupy my time. It’s an excellent car that’s benefited from a lot of worthwhile...
  10. M

    w123 230e rough idle

    firstly hello everyone i am new :thumb: i have just brought a very clean 1985 w123 230e auto and allthough i love it i have a problem with idleing it also has been lpg converted which is working fine it will even start on lpg ! the problem is there weather its running on petrol or gas it...
  11. brens-e200

    adjust mixture setting on 1990 230E query

    hi i want to check adjust the mixture settings on my 1990 230E using a gunson exhaust gas analyzer and was wondering what is the correct reading for this engine. a recent NCT ( MOT) shows a co reading of 0.13% at 800rpm thanks in-advance brendan
  12. J

    87 230e running rough , stalling and rev counter problem

    Ī Hi every one first I would like to say I have searched for nearly 2 weeks for an answer to my issue I have found similar issues to mine but none quite the same, so I hope you don't mind me asking. It started when my partner was on a 500km jurny in the car. On the way the car was filled up...
  13. K

    W124 230E black (040) + grey leather

    just got this for parts, but after looking into it I think it's to good to break. 137k, full grey leather in near mint condition (manual not heated). it has new mot till 20/11/14, tax till end of January 2014. there are advisorys: 1.outter ARB bushes 2.front wheel bearings slight play 3.rear...
  14. J

    w123 230e fuel filter replacement

    Hi there, Just wondering if there is a step by step instruction for how to replace a fuel filter (petrol) on a w123 230e somewhere?
  15. G

    1984 Merc 123 230e running HOT on load only

    Hi folks My trusty machine has started getting very warm at speed under load. I have had to reduce speed to around 65mph to get the temp down to reasonable temp although still a bit higher than it should be . Up a hill it gets worst, and looks as though it will reach over 100 degrees if i dont...
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    230e w123 saloon fitted with 5litre v8 why??

    Mercedes 230E w123 500E E-Class | eBay
  17. M

    1986 W124 230E Cruise control question..?..

    Hello guys, i would like to ask a few things about the cruise control in an`86 230E sedan. It has factory fitted cruise which is located under the intake manifold. The problem is that it wont turn on and to be honest i would like a few tips to what to check to see why...on my E220 coupe i have...
  18. B

    New member with 230e

    Hi guys, just joined today. I bought a 230e back in October to fill the gap left by my old w202 i sold a while back. I think a couple of you may recognise the car as it was bought from a member nearly two years ago.
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    230e problem with airflow potentio

    I have a new 3 month 230E buy, but there are problems in the airflow potentiometer, because the needle on the cluster up and down,,, No one can help me weeks to get the airflow? partsnya this number 3347224035
  20. M

    W124 230e Vacuum Pipe Help!!

    Hello, I am wondering if someone could please help me out! I have a 1991 H reg W124 230e fitted with Bosch KE Jetronic Injection. I removed the head to change the head gasket without taking photos/making notes of the vacuum connections. Not my brightest moment :o I now have a car that...
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