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Old Aug 21, 2005 | 05:10 PM
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Cool problem with '94 E320

hello!
just found you all,and not a moment too soon. my pride and joy is a '94 E 320
sedan with 122k on it. Question is, i'm starting to get some free-play in my shift lever.it seems loose, kinda clunky,but it still shifts fine. cant imagine what it is. i'm puzzled. whats going on????
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Old Aug 21, 2005 | 05:24 PM
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Probably your shifter bushings...not to worry, it's a "relatively" inexpensive repair.
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 06:30 PM
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Talking problem with '94 E320

thanks chappy !
went to the dealer,picked up the two nylon bushings ($3.96) plus some tips on the install.went to my mech 'round the corner.
the job cost me $106. shifter is back to normal !!!
(that included a cabin air filter change-out i picked up online for $1.50)
all is right with the world.....there is still hope !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 08:19 PM
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I just don't get how the $3.96 came out to $106. You should have done it yourself.
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Old Sep 27, 2005 | 06:30 AM
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all is right with the world.....there is still hope !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Glad it worked out for you
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