Mercedes Benz repair: 1985 300tdt, critical detail, shutoff valve


Question
engine wont shut off, igot avaccum shutoff valve, do you have to remove the injection pump to install. thanks

Answer
Danger:
You can wreck the engine or be seriously injured.

This is one job where it pays to be VERY PARANOID.

PLEASE read the following threads, then decide if you are ready for this job.

The critical detail you need to do the job is in these threads.

http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php3?p=824840#post824840

http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php3?t=88738&page=1&pp=15

NOTE:
You do NOT need to remove the injection pump to change the vacuum shutoff valve.