So I finally swapped out the speedometer in my 1983 300TD. You all may recall that 1) it made a nasty grinding noise at higher speeds, and 2) mph was consistently 10 - 15 percent too high. I swapped in a used speedo with a higher (newer) part number. The bad news is that the grinding noise is still there but the good news is that the mph gauge is now accurate. Also, the new speedo stops counting at 2.9 miles on the trip counter and the main mileage reading doesn't move at all.
So here is the question: How do I lube the speedometer cable, and with what lubricant? I assume this can be done by disconnecting the cable from beneath the dash after removing the driver's side kick panel, and then spraying or applying some substance into the end of the cable that will cause the noise to abate. Thanks in advance, Andrew 1983 and 1985 300TDs _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
