How to replace timing chain on Mercedes C200 Kompressor?
How to Replace timing chain on Mercedes C200 Kompressor W204 2007-2010 NOTE: Timing chain can be changed without dismantling engine. Using the tools listed above, the new chain can be linked to the old, passed round the sprockets and then joined. Engine at TDC on No.1 cylinder [1] . Ensure No.1 cylinder camshaft lobes are facing upwards [2] .
What causes timing chain problems in Mercedes Benz?
Mercedes-Benz V6 and V8 engines had timing chain problems caused by balance shaft and idler gear failures. Mercedes produced certain models with defective gears in their balance shafts (M272 engines) or with defective idle gears (M273 engines).
Are there any problems with the Mercedes balance shaft?
Mercedes Benz Engine Defect Class Action Settlement. There was a lawsuit against Mercedes-Benz USA LLC where the plaintiffs allege that Mercedes produced certain vehicles with defective gears in their balance shaft for the M272 and defective idle gears in the M273. Case Name: Majeed Seifi, et al.
How much does it cost to repair balance shaft on Mercedes M272?
The majority of early production M272 Mercedes-Benz engines show the premature wear of the balance shaft gears. Repairing the balance shaft gear requires the removal of the engine. This is a very expensive repair ranging between $3800 to $5000.
What kind of engine does a Mercedes C230 have?
The M272 V6 engine used in the 2006 C230 has a potential to have a bad balance shaft, which has an idler sprocket gear for the timing chain. It fails prematurely and requires pulling the engine out to repair it. The cost is around $5K.
How to check the balance shaft of a Mercedes Benz?
Go to this page and click on Option 1 or 2. You will be taken to an external site where you can check engine and transmission serial number. Once you enter VIN number hit search and look for your engine serial number. You can also get your engine serial number by calling your MB dealer.
Mercedes-Benz V6 and V8 engines had timing chain problems caused by balance shaft and idler gear failures. Mercedes produced certain models with defective gears in their balance shafts (M272 engines) or with defective idle gears (M273 engines).
What kind of car is a 2006 C230?
’16 GMC Canyon, ’09 C300,’66 Mustang cnvrt-High Cntry Spl,’01 Mustng Cobr, Elec.golf car-35 MPH! Looking at purchasing a 2006 C230 and wondering if there any reliability issues with that particular year and model?