[W126 Coupe] HOW-TO: 126 Coolant expansion tank replacement

[Barry Corno]

Steve,

   Sophie is looking real good. Have you guys moved south yet?

It looks like it, I see sunshine in your picture.

B.C.

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[mailto:mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com] On Behalf Of Steve Nervig
Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 4:22 AM
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Subject: Re: [W126 Coupe] HOW-TO: 126 Coolant expansion tank replacement

 

 

On Jan 24, 2011, at 10:58 PM, Gerry Van Zandt wrote:





All:

Tonight I posted a how-to on my site's 126 sub-board, on replacing the
coolant expansion tank on the 126 coupe/sedan.  

If you have never replaced this part, you really should.  It's an
inexpensive part and if it ever cracks/breaks, you're stranded until it
can be replaced.  When you do it, be sure to replace the coolant level
sensor, as well (also shown in the how-to).

This also applies to other cars such as the W124s.  Good, inexpensive,
DIY-able preventative maintenance. Also a good chance to check the hoses
attaching to the expansion tank.

http://www.500espot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=1093

Cheers,
Gerry

 

As always, great how-to post Gerry. I replaced my expansion tank (and
windshield washer fluid tank) a couple of years ago on my coupe and you
are correct, it makes a world of difference to the looks of your engine
compartment. And like you for the W126, I found them relatively
inexpensive for the W124 also. Highly recommended update.

 

Regards,

Steve

1992 300CE Sportline

 

 

 

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