[W126 Coupe] Re Vacuum Issues

[Ernie Stephens]

I haven't been following the conversation so pardon me if the question has already been asked; what is elevation mode?  It sounds like something that I need to get my headlights up higher since I have a lowered front end on my  W126. 

Best regards,
Ernie


On Nov 27, 2011, at 12:04 AM, L&D gardner wrote:


> Thanks Dick

> Once I receive the new lines & have everything back together I will asses the lights,which I think have never really worked properly in elevation mode,due to the damaged vac line.The only information I have is the US based MBUSA CD Manual so if this information is not on the CD then I may take up the offer of sourcing one from the list.If anyone has the vac line fitting sequence for the recirculation  switch connection it is a triangular rubber with three holes Left,Right and top position when viewed from the inside of the car these popped off during console removal and I am not 100% sure I have them in the right order.

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>                                                                  Kind Regards

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>                                                 Dan Gardner  1986 560  SEC Euro (220kw)

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> Dan,

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> You can block the vacuum feed to the elevation circuit temporarily with a

> piece of vinyl tape.  FWIW, the controlled leak on the dial is more than

> offset by the vacuum resevoir in the fender when all vac circuits are

> intact.  I'd replace the line and place the headlamp elevation back in

> service.  Do you have the factory guide for setting up the lamps with

> elevation?  Also, that service is tied to the rear suspension on your 560.

> The dial is a manual over-ride of sorts.  Where I don't have the hydraulic

> suspension, I set the headlamps up so I could elevate as needed on

> particulary dark nights ie with wet pavement, poor street lighting, rain,

> etc. and without then need for operating the high beams that would

> interfere with opposing drivers.

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> Let the list know if you need the manual.

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> Dick

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