Can a 2000 ML320 oil cooler leak oil?
Mine however is a 2000 ML320. oil cooler leaking !!!!!! pictures say it all. Click to expand… If you stripped it, then Heli-Coil the hole. If it is the top right, be extra carefull because you can run into the oil canister. If you are not confident in doing this task, buy one on eBay.
Where are the oil plugs on a Mercedes Benz?
Remove the oil separator, replace, and clean the oil residue from the engine. Depending on the model, there are usually two 30mm and one 65mm plug located on the back of the engine on both sides. The plugs will pop out with a screw driver and the new ones can be pushed on by hand.
Where does the oil leak on a Mercedes Benz come from?
M273 – V8 used from 2006-2014, E-Class, SL, S-Class, CLS, G-Wagen, ML, GL, R-Class 272/273 Engines: The most likely rear engine leaks include the oil separator and the cam plugs ( 30mm and 65mm ). The oil separator is held onto the back of bank 1 (passenger side) with either 4 torx bolts or 4 external torx bolts.
Where is the oil filter on a Mercedes Benz?
The driver’s side front of the engine is where you will find your oil filter and housing. If you see oil at the bottom of the housing, you may need a new oil filter housing and cooler gaskets. The process of replacing these gasket is super easy: Remove oil filter housing nut with a 46mm socket. Reinstall parts, replace oil filter, and oil.
What causes oil to mix with coolant in a Mercedes?
If you have the Valeo, it is almost certain to be leaking and allowing coolant and transmission oil to mix. Keep in mind that old, used transmission oil will be black, not red like fresh oil. Bang! Head gasket or tranny cooler failure!
Remove the oil separator, replace, and clean the oil residue from the engine. Depending on the model, there are usually two 30mm and one 65mm plug located on the back of the engine on both sides. The plugs will pop out with a screw driver and the new ones can be pushed on by hand.
M273 – V8 used from 2006-2014, E-Class, SL, S-Class, CLS, G-Wagen, ML, GL, R-Class 272/273 Engines: The most likely rear engine leaks include the oil separator and the cam plugs ( 30mm and 65mm ). The oil separator is held onto the back of bank 1 (passenger side) with either 4 torx bolts or 4 external torx bolts.
What kind of oil pump does a Mercedes Benz use?
It is a w203 c180 compressor 271 Automatic 2002/2003 model. New gasket. Cylinder head reconditioned at engineering. new engine oil cooler. New water pump. Brand new radiator. New thermostat and housing. Engine temp normal. I ran the car. with radiator flush until the thermostat opened and then let it cool down before I opened the water tank.