PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum - View Single Post - Strategy for Intake Crossover Pipe Removal

lrg · #7 07-26-2002, 01:54 PM

Ken I've recently removed the crossover pipe and intake manifold to cure an intake manifold gasket leak. Removing the crossover pipe will help the access to the GPlugs but if you really want the access you'll probably also want to remove the intake manifold as well. It's an easy job. You'll likely find the crossover and manifold both are full of oily gunk so this is the time to clean them out. I replaced all the GPlugs because it seemed foolhardy not to when everything was off. The whole project shouldn't take more than 3-4 hours if you work carefully, probably less if you're good at that sort of thing. The bolts should come off without too much trouble, just be careful not to over torque them when you put them back on. I also used a little antiseize compound on the glow plugs. It's a "fun" project. Go for it.