If you are planning to install new glow plugs in your 601 engine, 190D from 1984-1986, it is essential that you ream the carbon out of the holes to prevent premature failure of your new plugs. This is really important on this engine since it takes so much work to get the glow plugs out ( and you don't want to do the job again anytime soon!) If you have not done the job before, it can be very frustrating trying to figure out how to even get to the glow plugs. Our DIY manual will guide you step by step through the replacement process. These items are available separately, but we are offering this combined kit in order to save you a little money.
Product Details
Included in this kit:
- 4 new BOSCH Pencil glow plugs
- Kent's Heavy duty Carbon reamer Tool
- Instruction manual for procedures to remove and replace the glow plugs in the 601 engine
- PDF Instructions for the reamer
PLEASE NOTE: The instruction book was written for the 5 and 6 cylinder engines. Pictures and some procedures may be slightly different but principles are the same.
Replacement will require the removal of the intake manifold. A new special gasket will be required.
Why would you need a reamer? See the video: Preventing Mercedes Benz Diesel Premature Glow Plug Failure by Kent Bergsma
Kent highly recommends:
Mercedes Anti-Seize Compound for Use on Critical Threads. You don't need much - sold in a small air tight container.
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How to view the PDF digital instructions:
Once you complete the purchase of this product you will be able to download the digital instructions immediately when you are logged in and on your personal account page (click on My Account). Any PDFs will show up under My PDF Manuals. You will be allowed three downloads, so please save the file on your machine for backup.
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Related Products:
Pencil Glow Plug 12 mm Special Tool - MADE IN USA
When using a pencil glow plug reamer, this modified 12 mm wrench will allow you to PUSH in on the reamer while turning - and let me tell you - this is needed when you have heavy carbon buildup in the prechambers.
201 190D 2.2 Diesel 4 Cylinder Intake Manifold Gasket
New intake manifold gasket between head and manifold. You should consider replacing this gasket when you remove your manifold to replace the glow plugs. Fits all 601 4 cylinder diesel engines from 1984 to 1986.