I have a 1997 (40th Anniversary Edition) sl500 with 70,000 miles. A few weeks ago my engine started ticking (sounds like a sticking lifter). My mechanic said there are plastic oil guides that direct the oil being pumped through the engine that break. He wants over $1000.00 to fix it. I have never heard of anything like this before, and with only 70,000 miles and full documentation for every service it's hard to believe I need any kind of major engine repair. Has anyone heard of these plastic oil guides or does anyone have any advice

Thanks,

Larry

 

you must have a 119 engine.

that plastic cost $1 each. that's about $20 all.

replacing it takes 1 hour for an average handyman.

better replace the cyl head cover gasket too.

 

This link may give you an idea of work involved: http://pages.prodigy.net/jforgione/MB_lifter.html

 

Thanks for the info! I have always taken my Mercedes to my mechanic because i've had a fear of working on it and always wanted proper documentation. I work on all my other cars. I think that this is the start of me working on my Mercedes. I always thought my mechanic was very reasonable (he is compared to the dealer) but $1000.00 for this job is crazy.

Sleepwalker and R129 I owe you one.

Thanks again.

Larry