1977 Other Mercedes Benz Models 1977 Mercedes 280SE

Tiny
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  • 1977 MERCEDES BENZ
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  • 79,000 MILES
This car will idle just fine but when you try to hit the gas to accelerate the car sputters and dies. If anyone knows anything about this problem it would be greatly appreciated.
Sunday, January 6th, 2008 AT 11:38 PM

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Tiny
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I will need to know model, engine size & EFI or carby. With out this information I can't help you.

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Monday, January 7th, 2008 AT 12:26 AM
Tiny
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1977 Mercedes 280SE 6-cylinder fuel injected
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Monday, January 7th, 2008 AT 3:41 PM
Tiny
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H I there,

replace the fuel filter at the pump, check pump pressure, do normal tune up items as well, start there.

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Monday, January 7th, 2008 AT 4:32 PM
Tiny
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Thanks!
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Monday, January 7th, 2008 AT 9:58 PM

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