Why are there recalls on Mercedes Benz oil coolers?
First and foremost is if the defect might lead to a safety issue (e.g. Firestone vs Ford Exploder fiasco). Another reason – If there is enough risk of negative press that the manufacturer deems it more economically advantageous to absorb the recall cost instead. (e.g. Honda recall of dark colored Blue Odysseys/Pilots 2002-2006).
How long does it take to replace an engine oil cooler?
However, I am worried that they will basically take the whole top of engine apart to get to the oil cooler. SA mentioned something 18-20 hrs of labor and it will need to be in the shop for at least 1 week since only their master technicians can do this job. Not sure whether I should be happy or pissed!
Why is my oil cooler leaking in my OM642?
I had no symptoms; no CEL; nothing at all. Car was running perfectly. First I thought, well it is the oil from previous turbo inlet seal leak I had or so. But they came back and said it is not that as the leaking oil is fresh or whatever. Didn’t even know OM642 had an oil cooler attached to the engine block right in the V center.
Why is the oil cooler on my Sprinter van not working?
Sprinter van engines built the same years have less issues with the oil cooler seals perhaps because their engines are open and dont have that decorative trim over the engine. That Wikipedia link above confirms my suspicion that heat is causing premature seal failure on 2006-2010 OM642 engines.
First and foremost is if the defect might lead to a safety issue (e.g. Firestone vs Ford Exploder fiasco). Another reason – If there is enough risk of negative press that the manufacturer deems it more economically advantageous to absorb the recall cost instead. (e.g. Honda recall of dark colored Blue Odysseys/Pilots 2002-2006).
However, I am worried that they will basically take the whole top of engine apart to get to the oil cooler. SA mentioned something 18-20 hrs of labor and it will need to be in the shop for at least 1 week since only their master technicians can do this job. Not sure whether I should be happy or pissed!
I had no symptoms; no CEL; nothing at all. Car was running perfectly. First I thought, well it is the oil from previous turbo inlet seal leak I had or so. But they came back and said it is not that as the leaking oil is fresh or whatever. Didn’t even know OM642 had an oil cooler attached to the engine block right in the V center.
Sprinter van engines built the same years have less issues with the oil cooler seals perhaps because their engines are open and dont have that decorative trim over the engine. That Wikipedia link above confirms my suspicion that heat is causing premature seal failure on 2006-2010 OM642 engines.
Where is the oil cooler on the OM642?
But they came back and said it is not that as the leaking oil is fresh or whatever. Didn’t even know OM642 had an oil cooler attached to the engine block right in the V center. Checked out the Sprinter Forums and this seems to be a problem at high mileage (150K and above).
Is the Mercedes Benz OM642 engine trouble free?
However OM642 engine is nowhere to being close to trouble free as its predecessor I6. I keep reading in German auto blogs that starting late 2015, the new successor of OM642 shall be an Inline 6 engine which will be similar to the OM651 engine currently in use in E250/GLK250 Bluetecs.
Can a oil cooler fail on a Mercedes Benz?
Just like any other mechanical component however, your engine’s oil cooler can fail, causing a host of problems and degrading your engine’s performance and reliability. Today, our Mercedes-Benz mechanics in Melbourne explain the role of your engine cooler, as well as well as how you can identify signs of an oil cooler leak.
Where is the engine oil cooler on a Mercedes Sprinter?
The engine oil cooler. The engine oil cooler on Sprinter and other Mercedes CDI engines through the range of commercials and passenger cars is a pancake aluminium pressed fin block, that sits directly behind the oil filter housing on the right side of the engine looking in.
What kind of heat exchanger does a Mercedes Benz use?
Most Mercedes use what we call a stack plate heat exchanger. This system uses alternating pathways to cool your oil. Cold coolant is pumped through one end, and run through narrow pathways. Alternating with these coolant pathways are pathways for motor oil.
What kind of oil does a Mercedes Benz use?
Motor oil is an essential part of keeping any vehicle running, be it a Mercedes-Benz or otherwise. Look after your oil, and it will look after your Mercedes. In addition to luxury, Mercedes-Benz vehicles are designed for performance and maximum efficiency.