[Bauk18]

Since last week my CC is not working anymore on my 86 560 SL. I followed the excellent how-to's of JamesDean and discovered that my actuator is pulling 1,05A when pin 4 and 5 are directly connected to a 12V source. As it's way over the 250mA allowed, I need to fix it.

I imported my 560 SL to France so just buying a new actuator is a bit more difficult and expensive then from the US. Now I was just wondering, what is causing an actuator to pull 1A and can it be fixed? Replace bushings maybe? Solder the joints? Replace the few resistors?

Or should I just admit this actuator is shot? Is this type of actuator installed on other Mercedes chassis as well?

 

[Ruindr]

I would not be surprised if other contemporary MB models uses the same actuator. Another option is to ship it to JamesDean (Kris Rose) and he will repair it for you.

 

[yka]

check German ebay - they have everything there,,, mercedes w107 tempomat

 

[Bauk18]

Many thanks Yka & Ruindr, I go to check the German eBay and good to know the W107 has the same actuator.

As my gears are still in good condition, I am hoping to swap the motor.

Thanks all!