To change the camshaft and rockers on a 1988 Mercedes 190E 2.0L, first disconnect the battery and remove the intake manifold and valve cover for access. Next, mark the timing position of the old camshaft, then carefully remove the timing belt or chain and the camshaft retaining bolts to extract the old camshaft. Replace the old rockers with new ones, ensuring proper alignment, and install the new camshaft in reverse order. Finally, reassemble the intake manifold, valve cover, and reconnect the battery, making sure to set the timing correctly before starting the engine.
No they dont.
About 2 gallons
You can find a vacuum hose routing diagram for a 1988 Mercedes 190e 2.3 in the owner's manual. You can also find it at various auto part stores.
The car company that produced the 190E model is Mercedes-Benz. This model was produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1982 through 1988 and again from 1991 through 1993.
Depending on the spark plug manufacturer, the plugs for a 1988 Mercedes 190E 2.3 should be gapped between .030" to .032". Bosch and Denso recommend .032", while NGK recommends .030".
Yes, the 1988 and 1989 Mercedes 190E typically share the same engine options, including the M102 inline-four and M103 inline-six engines. However, there may be minor differences in tuning or emissions components due to regulatory changes. Overall, the core engine design and specifications remain consistent between these two model years.
there is no release you just push on the door near the hinge and it opens
Pop the hood - it's a black box by the brake fluid tub.
E-Bay? Hemmings Motors? Salvage Yard?
Yes, the 1988 Mercedes 190E 2.6 is equipped with a fuel injection system. Specifically, it uses a Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection system, which is a type of continuous injection system. This technology helps optimize fuel delivery and improve engine performance compared to carbureted systems.
crank position sensor is between oil filter and starter, follow wire from module
I got 2 Haynes Automotive books for my '88 190E 2.0L and they are great. Very detailed and helpful if you want to fix, change or repair your car. If you don't want to pay see if they have them on their website. If not I think my mom said they were only $15 CDN