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One of the most common Mercedes 126 repair challenges is a high idle. Generally, the culprit is electronic, but sometimes a simple mechanical adjustment of the throttle linkage will solve the problem. Of course, older engines are likely to suffer from intake vacuum leaks of varying severity, and these also can cause idle problems. We shall look at vacuum leaks in another article.

ELECTRONIC CAUSES OF HIGH IDLE

1. The idle control module, located behind the false bulkhead next to the ABS control unit, is the most common cause of problems. The module controls the voltage sent to the idle control valve, which physically regulates the amount of air supplied to the intake ports whenever the throttle valve is closed. The module processes a variety of inputs and there is no one area of the circuit board that we can point to as, for example, a frequent location for cracked solder joints. It is definitely useful to have a known working unit available for diagnostic purposes. New units cost well over $200 and even rebuilt units are pretty expensive. eBay can be your friend here.
2. The idle control valve can suffer from two problems. The electrical solenoid can fail or, more commonly, the valve simply becomes gummed up with oily deposits. (Some of the crankcase ventilation fumes are routed through the valve.) A good soak in carb cleaner will usually cure this ailment. Be careful not to expose the electrical part of the valve to the solvent.
3. Very rarely, there is an issue with the lambda control unit, the closest thing these cars have to an ECU. The idle control unit is connected to the lambda controller and "looks for" signals therefrom. Usually, if there is an issue with lambda control the engine will be running poorly anyway (due to incorrect fuel mixtures). If the lambda controller is not functioning at all, the most common reason is a failure of the over-voltage protection relay (OVP) located in the fuse box. There may also be a poor ground connection. The unit itself appears to be extremely reliable, possibly because it lives in a cooler climate -- next to the front passenger's feet.
4. If the idle problem occurs only when in one particular gear, the starter-lockout switch on the side of the transmission may be faulty.
5. If the problem occurs only when the A/C is used, there may be trouble with the delay relay in the fuse box, which is intended to boost engine revs when the compressor engages, thereby stabilizing idle speed under heavier accessory loads.
6. Finally, the throttle position switch (TPS) on the side of the throttle body may be defective. This is very unusual and we should be grateful for that, since replacement of the TPS requires removal of the whole intake manifold. Sometimes the switch is simply out of adjustment and can be tapped back into the right position with a long punch.

The TPS informs the idle control unit when the throttle valve is closed, partially open, or wide open. Electrical continuity exists across one pair of three pins, across another pair, or not at all. If the correct signals are not being sent, the switch itself might be perfectly fine; the problem may simply be that the throttle linkage is out of adjustment. The switch is extremely sensitive; even the slightest opening of the throttle is enough to break continuity across the pertinent pins. So it doesn't take much excess pressure from the linkage to disrupt the system. Ensure that the throttle valve is in fact closing against its stop.

One other basic factor to consider - and one which tends to be neglected in this context - is your ignition timing. Too much ignition advance will most definitely have an effect on idle speed. On the Gen I cars, there is a lot of scope for adjustment, and the engines can handle quite a bit of advance before they start to detonate (ping). Around ten degrees of initial advance is optimal. Bear in mind that the vacuum advance unit adds about 16 degrees of advance at idle (when manifold vacuum is high). Occasionally, the advance unit can cause problems, the main one being a rupture of the internal diaphragm and creation of a vacuum leak at that point.

Hopefully, this article gave you a better idea why your Mercedes 126 is idling in such an undignified manner! If you found this article helpful, please look for the companion article Mercedes 126 Repair: Tracking Down Vacuum Leaks. For useful advice on Mercedes repair resources, click here: Mercedes 126 repair.

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10 Good Conversation Starters that Work Everytime

Good conversation starters put people at ease immediately. That is how all good conversations start - when people feel comfortable and relaxed. To start a conversation like that is a skill - and you can learn it.

Starting a conversation is often the most difficult part of all. Once you are over the first few sentences, the talk usually flows. But how can you get the conversation started?

Ideally, find a subject that interests the person you are talking to. That means they will want to reply to you and it will get the conversation flowing. Questions are good for that, so long as you do not sound like you are an interrogator.

Open questions are great conversation starters as they cannot be answered just with a 'yes' or 'no'. Or you can make a comment. If you get the comment right, it will get you a good response. The right opener is important and having a few starters ready for any situation is always a good idea.

Here are ten great conversation starters:

1. Compliment them on their clothing or appearance. Everyone likes to be admired. Also, when they tell you where they got an item of clothing or that they just had their hair cut, that gives you something else you can talk about and away you go!

Ask then why they like the store they got the clothing you admired, and where else they like to shop. It might even get you a further meeting to go shopping with them.

2. Ask their opinion on something light like what they think to the wine the two of you are drinking, etc. It will feel like you are interested in them, but will not feel like you are judging them. For that reason, steer clear of loaded topics like religion and politics.

If you find they have a favorite topic - ask them lots of questions about it. People love to talk - preferably about themselves! If you give them a chance to do that, you will have quite an easy time of it - and still be seen as a great conversationalist.

3. Find out the person's name - and use it. Use it early on and use it often. You will be viewed as caring and thoughtful.

4. Start with the obvious. What strikes you as most obvious at this minute? Questions like 'so how do you know [host]?' are always easy and good starters.

You could also ask 'have you taken these classes before?'Yes - I know that is a closed question, but it may well encourage more conversation from the other person, since they are probably interested in the classes and have an opinion on them.

If you are in a home, comment on a picture or an ornament - all you are trying to do is break the ice and make sure the silence ends. After that, it gets easier.

5. If you have met the person before, but you are not quite sure what to say to them now, you could always ask what they did at the weekend. Even if they say they did not do much, that can lead you into sympathizing about the horrible weather that kept you in, or small talk about the TV.

6. If there is a big news story around at the moment, ask if they caught the news. If they say no, you can say something like 'Oh, I was just wondering what happened about..."

7. Have you met the person before? Perhaps you recall them saying that they were having a holiday or birthday. Ask how it went.

8. Latch on to the time of year. If it is close to Christmas, for instance, ask how it went or how their preparations are going.

9. Have you been to [a local restaurant]? That is a good one as most people are interested in eating.

10. What kind of music to listen to? That one is particularly easy to slip in if there is music playing where you are.

Those are ten ideas to get you started, but the key is just to get on and say something. Make it small and make it light. Good conversation starters are only as good as the response they get, so make sure whatever you say it is easy to reply to.

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My 91 Integra won't start! Just clicks once on the starter side. Whats the problem?

I had a new starter and alternator installed, but none of those were the problem! Please give me the other causes that lead to this problem.

I only get one click! I have to push start my Integra everytime (5-spd BTW)

Thanks for the time and help!

yep it could be the battery ..if its new check the battery cables they could be loose and drain the battery i believe they charge car batteries free at pepboys so u wont have to buy a new one.And if its not that youre gnna need a diagnostic ..but dont keep on doing that you could make it a bigger problem..

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