imadoofus
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Given the wiring loom problems with W124s (of which mine has no sign at all), is it a bad idea to get my engine bay steam cleaned?
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imadoofus
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So I'm going to have to use the old toothbrush and Gunk then?
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glojo
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I think you have answered your own question. With a wiring loom my adage is leave well alone that is working well!!imadoofus said:
By introducing any cleaning agent, in my opinion you are risking penetration.
Clean with care and caution.
Good luck,
John
The loom may look fine - but more than likely if you were to take it apart you'd see that it wasn't well at all! A friend has replaced a few looms on peoples 124s and regardless of what they've looked like outside - upon inspection they're all knackered when touched.
As people have said - steam cleaning can only make things worse in this respect.
As people have said - steam cleaning can only make things worse in this respect.
Satch
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Some of the wiring problems are due to insulation breakdown. This process is accelerated by (a) heat and (b) humidity.
Steam Cleaning = Hot and Wet. So it is A Very Bad Idea!
Steam Cleaning = Hot and Wet. So it is A Very Bad Idea!
74merc
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The wiring loom on my e320 looked OK so I took a chance and cleaned the engine with degreaser and a garden hose. It ran like a dog for a few days until I sprayed everything with WD40. I wouldn't do it again.
