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1978 Mercedes Benz 300d Repair Question


Topics covered: Glow plugs, Door, Fuse.
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Asked on June 23, 2011

Blows the glow plugs fuse.

Hi there i have a 78 mercedes 300 d desel v5 4 doors automatic all well drive. the problem is that it keeps blowing the glow plugs fuse. i appreciate u help.
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Replied on June 23, 2011

Suspect faulty glow plug timmer. Check for voltage to plugs see if it stops when glow light goes out

Tiny Answered by Docfixit (expert)
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Replied on December 11, 2011

have you checked the glow plugs to make sure one is not grounded internally? it is a much rare event that the glow plug timer has malfunctioned.

Tiny Answered by Dr Loot (expert)
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