Sam,
Along with checking the serp belt take a look at the lower pivot point
of the belt tensioner. With the engine running look to see if it's cocked
out of alignment. As it wears one side (the passenger side) will tend to be
pulled toward the radiator. This is not only noisey but will eventually
break also. When I changed mine I replaced all the components to be safe
and to prevent needing to go in again. The rad shroud is removed as is the
fan - both are easy to remove but small hands would make it easier. Access
is a little tight. My experience in on a diesel so the gas may be a little
different.
There's a book avalable thru Rusty called "The E Class Owners Bible"
which I find very helpful. It covers the gas & diesel models.
HTH's
Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
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From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
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Sent: Monday, August 14, 2006 10:57 AM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] brand new 300E owner and have several probs
Chuck
Excelent advice to change all the fluids. I did a oil change but the place
didn't want to mess with the trans or fuel. Now, I'll Make it happen.
Never thought about the brake fluid change, I'll bet on it's being black
as well. I'll have the brakes bled with new fluid. The serpentine belt is
perfect. That is almost one of the first things I checked on the engine.
Thanks for your comments.
Sam
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