Is Mercedes BlueTEC a diesel?
Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC models are equipped with advanced BlueTEC diesel and turbodiesel engines that return elite fuel efficiency. Additionally, Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel engines produce low emissions, making them among the most eco-friendly non-hybrid luxury cars on the road.
What is a BlueTEC diesel engine?
BlueTEC is a trademark name used by Mercedes-Benz to describe its diesel engine exhaust treatment system. In order to keep up with the steadily evolving and increasingly demanding emissions laws of North America and Europe, the company has designed and released two versions of this system.
How good are Mercedes diesel engines?
The internal components are very sturdy, and diesels operate at lower rpm than gas engines. Sharon Oehler’s Mercedes 300d has gone a long way so far and shows no signs of slowing down, even though it’ll be 30 years old next year. Experts say the diesel engine could last 300,000 miles, and in some cases 500,000 miles.
When did the Mercedes Benz BlueTec diesel come out?
Mercedes-Benz introduced the OM642 V6 BlueTec diesel in 2007. A few years later they introduced the OM651 4 cylinder BlueTec diesel. BlueTec refers to the type of diesel emission system.
When did Mercedes Benz introduce the OM642 BlueTEC?
Mercedes has published information about virtually every problem and the correct solution. The most common problem is the Mechanic didn’t follow the instructions. Mercedes-Benz introduced the OM642 V6 BlueTec diesel in 2007. A few years later they introduced the OM651 4 cylinder BlueTec diesel. BlueTec refers to the type of diesel emission system.
What kind of exhaust filter does a Mercedes BlueTec have?
All 2007 to 2020 Mercedes-Benz BlueTec diesels have a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) in the exhaust system. The DPF traps the black soot commonly found in diesel exhaust. Once the DPF contains its predetermined limit of soot, the engine computer (ECU) increases the exhaust temperature to about 1500F.
Is the 2007 ML320 CDI compatible with AdBlue?
This is essentially the same vehicle as a 2007, and I would recommend you consider 2008s as well, since they do not use AdBlue either (that started in 2009 for the ML320s). The car we purchased came from our local MB dealer in town.