=====Banjo Bolt & Fitting=====
====on the 1985 W126 300SD====
===by whunter===
===8/26/04===

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This is to help people new to Mercedes Benz diesels.

**Banjo bolt location on the 1985 W126 300SD:**
Rear of intake manifold.

**What is it?**
A hollow bolt with a hole in the side to give passage.

**What does it do?**
Pass intake manifold pressure to the ALDA.

**Why does it need cleaning?**
Oil sludge, carbon and other gunk builds up and plugs the bolt and line.

**What happens if the bolt or line are plugged or broken?**
Massive power loss.

**Warning:**
**Do NOT** over tighten the Banjo bolt; you will strip the threads from the manifold.

**Note:**
Follow the line to the ALDA, and remove the Hex banjo bolt from the ALDA, you should clean this bolt and banjo fitting at the same time.
http://www.peachparts.com/diy/banjo_bolt/banjo_bolt.jpg

http://www.peachparts.com/diy/banjo_bolt/alda_hex_banjo.jpg

http://www.peachparts.com/diy/banjo_bolt/banjo_fitting.jpg

**- whunter**
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CategoryDiy