300CE-24 WHAT IS THIS?
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1996 SL500
300CE-24 WHAT IS THIS?
Hey All,
Thanks VERY much for your help!
I have a 1990 300CE-24 and need to remove the harmonic balancer/ crankshaft pulley. Well, none of the drawings, pics, schematics, etc. that I can see anywhere online match my harmonic balancer on the rig. Please see attached photos.
Mine seems to be one-piece, whereas all the pics and schematics for this year and model show it be two with several bolts joining them together. I don't know how to remove it without accidentally moving the pulley and changing the timing. I'm sure it's tightened to 300+ lbs torque. Also, once the bolt is out, do I still need a puller of some type, or will it simply slide off?
My year is hard to find accurate pics, info., etc. online. I can always find info on the 1986-1989 as well as the newer 1992->, but not the 1990. Please HELP, thanks.
Thanks VERY much for your help!
I have a 1990 300CE-24 and need to remove the harmonic balancer/ crankshaft pulley. Well, none of the drawings, pics, schematics, etc. that I can see anywhere online match my harmonic balancer on the rig. Please see attached photos.
Mine seems to be one-piece, whereas all the pics and schematics for this year and model show it be two with several bolts joining them together. I don't know how to remove it without accidentally moving the pulley and changing the timing. I'm sure it's tightened to 300+ lbs torque. Also, once the bolt is out, do I still need a puller of some type, or will it simply slide off?
My year is hard to find accurate pics, info., etc. online. I can always find info on the 1986-1989 as well as the newer 1992->, but not the 1990. Please HELP, thanks.
Last edited by 300CELOVER; Jan 8, 2015 at 03:28 PM.
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Aw, c'mon guys! I know this is a STUPID question, as it's obviously the vibration damper. Still, why is there only ONE center bolt and will I need a puller? Or, because of the woodruff key will it simply slid off? THANKS THANKS THANKS!
P.S. I'm only asking these questions because all of the pics and info I get online shows a vibration damper with several bolts encircling the center bolt and mine doesn't look like it should, thanks again for any advice. M104.98
P.S. I'm only asking these questions because all of the pics and info I get online shows a vibration damper with several bolts encircling the center bolt and mine doesn't look like it should, thanks again for any advice. M104.98
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From: Kingsville Ontario (South of Detroit)
2003 S500 4Matic (SOLD) + 2004 S55 (SOLD) 2005 CLK 500 Cabriolet 2008 S 450
Sure looks like you're going to need a puller. Before pulling I suggest you mark the relationship of the balancer to the block and also to the crank shaft. You'll probably have to firmly tap the balancer with a hammer while applying pressure with the puller. Good luck.
