164

1968-1975 / Sedan / Sweden

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Common Electrical

Fusebox Corrosion

Symptoms

Intermittent electrical faults, circuits cutting in and out, blown fuses.

Cause

The fusebox lives under the bonnet on early 164s, exposed to moisture and road salt. Corrosion builds up on the fuse clips and terminals.

Fix

Remove each fuse, clean the terminals with fine abrasive paper or a contact cleaner, apply dielectric grease.

If the fusebox itself is corroded beyond saving, replacements are available.

Some owners relocate the fusebox inside the cabin for better protection.

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Other known issues

Common Electrical

Alternator and Voltage Regulator Failure

Battery goes flat, dim lights, erratic charging, battery boiling over.

Critical Electrical

Wiring Harness Degradation

Intermittent electrical faults, instruments cutting out, lights flickering, blown fuses, burning smell.

Common Engine

Oil Leaks from Camshaft Seals and Gaskets

Oil weeps or pools around the valve cover, drips down the side of the block, or accumulates around the timing cover. You might also see oil on the bellhousing or clutch/flywheel area.

Common Engine

Carburettor Issues (B30A/E with Dual Strombergs)

Rough idle, hesitation, stalling when cold, uneven running, black exhaust smoke, poor fuel economy.

Critical Engine

Cooling System Neglect

Overheating, coolant loss, white smoke from the exhaust (head gasket failure), corroded radiator, seized water pump.

Common Engine

Ignition System Wear

Hard starting, misfiring, poor performance, backfiring through the carburettor.

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