300TE (124.090) L6-3.0L (103.983) (1989)
Parts Information
Special Tool Information
2.
Modified Tightening Torque of Intermediate Steering Arm Bearing
Models 107, 124 and 126
As of July 1989 production, a modified slide bearing for the intermediate steering arm is installed. As a result, the tightening torque is increased to 180
Nm. This also applies to repairs involving Model 107. In case of repairs only this new version bearing, identified by a red paint mark, is available in
repair kits.
Parts Information
3.
Uniform Steering Lock With Improved Anti-theft Protection
Models 124, 126 and 201
As of August 1989 production, a uniform steering lock with improved anti-theft protection is installed. The lock cylinders are adapted to the steering
lock. The new steering lock can also be installed in earlier production vehicles in combination with the new lock cylinders. The old version cylinder
cannot be used together with the new type lock, but the new version cylinder can be used together with the old type lock.