1999 W210 E300 Turbodiesel differential compatibility
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Mercedes E300 TD
1999 W210 E300 Turbodiesel differential compatibility
Does anyone know whether a W210 E320 rear differential would swap into a 1999 E300 Turbo diesel?
I looked at a 97 E300 differential but it has a slight different housing and the pinion is smaller as well.
I looked at a 97 E300 differential but it has a slight different housing and the pinion is smaller as well.
Junior Member
Joined: Jan 2016
Posts: 63
Likes: 9
From: Waco Texas
1999 E300
I have a 99 E300 and I installed an 01 E430 rear end with no problems. You will have to add an extra differential rubber mount because the E430 produces more torque. Which is really no big deal. But if you don’t plan on increasing the horsepower of your engine then just swap differential covers and use yours.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Mercedes E300 TD
I was looking for someone to confirm that it was indeed possible. I can get a 98 E430 rear end from the local pick n pull in fact. From my research I have discovered that E300TD's in Europe had a 2.87:1 rear end. E430's ratio in the US is 2.82:1 to the best of my knowledge.
So, what do you mean by extra differential rubber mount?
So, what do you mean by extra differential rubber mount?
Trending Topics
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Mercedes E300 TD
I know it's been a few months, but I finally got around to sourcing a 1999 E430 2.82:1 rear end and getting it installed with a new bushing, which was a bit of a pain. However, I now get an check engine light and a TCM error indicating that it's either slipping or doesn't know the rear end ratio which makes sense. I can reset the codes (OBD2 and Mercedes TCM) with my OBD2 scanner and it shifts fine for first the first minute or two but then ends up in limp home mode which locks in 2nd or 3rd gear. I'm surprised that you don't have this issue. Does anyone know how to change the rear end ratio for these cars?
Junior Member
Joined: Jan 2016
Posts: 63
Likes: 9
From: Waco Texas
1999 E300
I run an after market TCM, so I don’t have an issue. I should have asked you if you knew the issues with swapping drivetrain parts. To fix your issue you need the transmission and the TCM from the car you got the rear end from or a car with the same rear end ratio. Then you have to swap the bell housings to match your engine.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Mercedes E300 TD
I've contact Ofgear and they replied that I would need another gear lever with the electronics removed and placed in Neutral for my engine to start with the Ofgear TCM installed. What exactly did you do for your solution? Did you have to get another gear lever so your engine would start.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Mercedes E300 TD
Ole for OFgear has a question for you RKP Waco.
Hi Yes but then the car is not connected to it at the same time, as we run different voltage. i use 5V
WHen the car talk to it it is 10 or 12 V not good to mix.
Try to ask him exactly what he did
Ok i had one customer doing voltage divider but then you really have to know what you are doing
Regards
OF Gear ApS
Ole
WHen the car talk to it it is 10 or 12 V not good to mix.
Try to ask him exactly what he did
Ok i had one customer doing voltage divider but then you really have to know what you are doing
Regards
OF Gear ApS
Ole
Junior Member
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 45
Likes: 1
CLK
I have a 99 E300 and I installed an 01 E430 rear end with no problems. You will have to add an extra differential rubber mount because the E430 produces more torque. Which is really no big deal. But if you don’t plan on increasing the horsepower of your engine then just swap differential covers and use yours.
Junior Member
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 45
Likes: 1
CLK
I know it's been a few months, but I finally got around to sourcing a 1999 E430 2.82:1 rear end and getting it installed with a new bushing, which was a bit of a pain. However, I now get an check engine light and a TCM error indicating that it's either slipping or doesn't know the rear end ratio which makes sense. I can reset the codes (OBD2 and Mercedes TCM) with my OBD2 scanner and it shifts fine for first the first minute or two but then ends up in limp home mode which locks in 2nd or 3rd gear. I'm surprised that you don't have this issue. Does anyone know how to change the rear end ratio for these cars?
