Author Topic: Mysterious cut wires in engine bay  (Read 2491 times)

thundata

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Mysterious cut wires in engine bay
« on: January 26, 2022, 16:35:00 »
Hi. I have a euro-spec (France) 1965 230sl that we imported in '83. While diagnosing some hard starts I noticed two cut wires in the engine bay. I've detailed the wires in the attached picture. Would someone please shed some light on these wires and if I should do anything about it. Car runs great other than hard starts. Thanks!!

Benz Dr.

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Re: Mysterious cut wires in engine bay
« Reply #1 on: January 26, 2022, 20:26:23 »
Looks like the wires going to the injection pump start solenoid were removed or not connected. You should be able to re-attach them and this should help to cure your starting problem.
1966 230SL 5 speed, LSD, header pipes, 300SE distributor, ported, polished and balanced, AKA  ''The Red Rocket ''
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1966 230SL 5 speed
1970  3.5 Coupe
1961  190SL
1985   300CD  Turbo Coupe
1981  300SD
2013  GMC  Sierra
1965  230SL
1967 250SL
1970 280SL
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