1991 Mercedes 300E Support Question
1991 Mercedes 300E Support Question
Find answers below for this question about 1991 Mercedes 300E.Question posted by dvdfilmz on June 9th, 2011
1991 Mercedes 300e 4matic How To Switch To 2wd
I recently purchased a 300E 4Matic. I have never had a 4Matic before. Only regular rear wheel versions. I was told that it could be interswitched from 4wd to 2wd, but the manual does not really indicate that, however it isw very vague about which position is 4 wheel all wheel drive as well. And the diagrams are lame.
Can you tell me if I can drive it in ONLY 2wd and also insure that I have the 4wd switch correctly maneuvered in the engine compartment. If you have any photos or diagrams or internet links that would be helpful, I would appreciate it. Thanks
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Answer #1: Posted by HelpfulDude on August 25th, 2011 12:17 AM
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Yeah, there is a switch under the hood somewhere that will turn off the 4matic, but I'd advise against running it that way for a long time. That is only supposed to be used if the 4matic fails so that you can get home.
Call 1-800-4-MERCEDES and ask them to confirm this - that number is for roadside assistance and it's free. They know their stuff.
I had a 91 300TE that had major 4matic issues, so I know where you are coming from . It's a great system when it works, and costs a fortune to fix,
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