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new owner 01 e320 4x wgn 275k miles

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Old 05-17-2012, 04:24 PM
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2001 e320 4matic
new owner 01 e320 4x wgn 275k miles

new to me 275k miles, 1 owner all records No tranny maintenance ever
original timing chain, engine no major repairs ever. engine runs great, no
strange noises but many suggest a timing chain inspection but insist on changing the timing chain tensioners? I plan on changing the tranny fluid
but need opinions on timing chain. Car has little rust, interior like new,most everything works, very well maintained never missed a oil change. really hate to start sinking $$$ but if preventative will add years more it would make sense in the long run.
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for the timing chain listen to the engine closely at startup if its getting slack because of wear you will hear it at start up and maybe at idle as well.
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2001 E320 RWD - Brilliant Silver/Ash: 100,000+
If the chain is not making noise you can safely ignore it.

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