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Late 90′s Mercedes Head Gasket Replacement
On many machines, cooling system head gasket failures preceded the improvement. Because the thin-walled castings, which all modern motor heats to the point of head gasket failure, the best option is often to replace it entirely with used. For owners of Mercedes 104 six-inline engine this is a very real.
This particular Mercedes engine is an extension of the Mercedes-Benz motor was first introduced in 1960. Throughout the history of the machine, it has earned a reputation to be near bulletproof. The 104 is, for the most part, is no exception. However, despite the mechanical advantage, it does not have a disability burden. It is prone to oil leaks develop.
Resistant seal sits between the upper and lower case. But here it is and this is where the famous gasket, a U-shaped, sponge and about 4mm thick, is located.
In many cases, just sealing the cam housing above on the Mercedes engine 104 will cure the problem. However, imagine explaining this to customers does not know yet. For this reason, the workshop many just replace the head gasket immediately. This is understandable but unfortunate because customers often can save substantial money to take the first step.
There are pitfalls with improvements in the mid 90′s this version of the Mercedes engine. Those machines have serious problems with the wire harness insulation degradation. Repair shops are familiar with the Mercedes engine knows to look for it and often will sell you that as part of the repair work.
For the late 90s and then 104 Mercedes engine, there is no real difficulty. Mercedes owners tend to be mechanical machines can achieve these improvements. The first step will be demolition. First, eliminate mechanical wire harness, and then he removes the head, intake, and exhaust in one unit. Then the process of removing the cover over time is simple.
At this point, the mechanic must familiarize themselves with the signs of time and orientation. Re seating all of this is paint by numbers except the timer cam. The timer cam is where you will pay special attention because the error is not always clear.
In a workshop, they will fly the machine, which can be a bit challenging even with proper equipment. It is possible to complete the repairs without lifting the machine. However, some tight matches can prove quite challenging with the Mercedes engine is still in place.
Most difficult aspect of the work now is the proper handling of the chain tensioned. The next step, sealing the front cover of the Mercedes engine, which causes the problem to begin with, is rather simple. From here, the work remaining is a piece of proverbial cake.