Tom Hargrave wrote: > The dangerous failure mode is when the internal drive roller mechanism fails > and it takes the front surface of the IP timing mechanism with it. The > Manufacturer designed an updated vacuum pump that solves the problem. I > replaced mine at 250,000 miles and the original looked like new. But this is > when you want to replace one, once the damage starts it's too late.
And it can also drop ball bearings into the timing chain. :( John _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
