Replacing gasket

[knirk]

Hello,

I have a small oil leak from the vacuum control valve on the right side of the automatic gear box. I want to replace the gasket inside the plastic plate. The problem is that this plate is connected to some mechanism inside and I am not sure how much force to use to get it loose. Is it ok to pry out, or is it locked in place?

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Per G. Birkeland
69 280 sl aut 834
Norway

[DavidBrough]

Hi Knirk,

I replaced the same gasket on my car about a year ago and had the same problem. Unfortunately I can’t remember all the details but I did get the plate off with much fiddling and jiggling, not too much force though. I also seem to remember having to disconnect the solenoid arm at one of the ball joints. Mine has been leak free ever since.

Sorry I can’t remember any more details but hope that helps a little.

Good luck

David Brough
1969 280SL Auto with A/C

[knirk]

Hi David,

that helps a lot - thanks.

Per G. Birkeland
69 280 sl aut 834
Norway