RW> Roger Nelson wrote to Roy Witt:
 
RW>RN> I know how to do all that stuff, but I've been limiting myself to
RW>RN> changing spark plugs because of my knees.  Also, I don't have a
RW>RN> creeper and the necessary tools because I gave them all to my
RW>RN> youngest son after he got out of the Marine Corps.
 
RW> This is why I said that your SIL can do it...
 
He can't, either.  He wouldn't know where to start.  (-:
 
RW>RN>  Speaking of changing spark plugs, the Mercedes presents somewhat of
RW>RN> a problem in doing that.  (-:
 
RW> Told ya so...8^) Can't find um?
 
I didn't say that, but the answer is no.  :-)  My guess is that it will be
pretty much the same as changing the plugs on the Lincoln.
 
RW> GM ECUs are very dependable, not invincible, but reliable.
 
It wasn't that.
 
RW> How many miles are on this one? Over 100k?
 
I don't remember.  I know how many miles are on the MB, since I drive it all
the time.
 
RW> Open the gas filler and have someone turn on the ignition. If the car has
RW> set a while, you should be able to hear the pump when the ignition is
RW> turned on, very briefly if the pump is good as it will shut off with back
RW> pressure from the fuel pressure regulator. If it doesn't come on and
RW> stays on, then it's probably defective.
 
The SIL had a couple of mechanic friends come over yesterday, drop the gas
tank (I think after performing the test you described above) and replaced the
fuel pump.  That did the trick, but I think he paid way too much for the pump
-- over $200.  However, what's done is done.
 
My thanks to all who replied.
 
 
Regards,
 
Roger

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