Re: [MBZ] Rear abs sensor removal w124 wagon

2019-09-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
I think the seat backs unbolt from the center pivot where they join, and then just lift out. From there, getting the carpet out should be straightforward. May need to take the wheel arch covers loose also, and the floor panel behind the seat in the cargo area. Quite a lot of hoopla for a single sen

Re: [MBZ] Rear abs sensor removal w124 wagon

2019-09-15 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Ahh, now I understand. I didn't have to deal with that because I left the subframe in place. I removed The White Whale carpet years ago to prevent mold growth under the carpet and be able to de-water after each rain. I know that the bottom seat cushions come out very easily, there is a catch t

Re: [MBZ] Rear abs sensor removal w124 wagon

2019-09-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
Thanks Max. I could take the sensor out of the old diff, but it wouldnt fit through the metal ring that the wire passes through in the subframe. So I would have to cut the wire. I think the protocol is to unplug it under the seat and feed the free end down through the floor. I am putting a diffe

Re: [MBZ] Rear abs sensor removal w124 wagon

2019-09-14 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
You should be able to deal with that ABS sensor from below. BTDT when I swapped differentials on my wagon last year. Fresh little neck clams, cooked in olive oil, garlic, white wine, over al dente linguine -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okie

[MBZ] Rear abs sensor removal w124 wagon

2019-09-14 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
. The subframe started slamming against the body on the way home from violin lessons, so the grand subframe exchange is upon us. I have several parts to exchange including the frame itself, so it doesnt make sense to put new bushings in the old frame. I got the sls detached and depressurized and