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Mercedes-Benz 500SL
Report: Shifter Lever Bushings May Break Causing Loose Feel/Noise
Mercedes-Benz 500SL Problem
5 Reports
Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
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The bushings for the shifter lever wear out to the point where they break and fall out. This causes excessive movement (loose feel) in the shifter lever and a clanging-type noise when changing gears.
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Visitor, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL, 166,000 mi
Had same problem. changed bushing, all is fine.
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