What causes the intake manifold to fail on a Mercedes Benz?
Mercedes-Benz vehicles with the V6 M272 and V8 M273 engines commonly suffer from failure of the intake manifold. These manifolds are fitted with tumble / swirl flaps. The purpose of these is to increase air speed / tumble at low RPM which creates better torque for the motor at low RPM, enhanced fuel economy and reduces emissions.
How can I tell if my intake manifold is damaged?
To diagnose this fault; you can visually inspect the manifold, remove engine covers and inspect intake manifold from above, using a torch you should be able to see down the front of the manifold and see if the lever is damaged. Mercedes C 230 2006, 2007 Mercedes C 230 4MATIC Sedan 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
What is the p code for the intake manifold?
Check engine light (CEL) is lit / on with P code P2004, P2005 or P2006 stored in the system. Engine control module has stored pending codes for intake manifold, air flap or runner control system. Error messages; tumble flap stuck in activated position, intake manifold runner control stuck closed.
Where is the plastic lever on the intake manifold?
On the intake manifold below the secondary air injection pump sits a plastic lever- integral to the manifolds function. As carbon builds up in the inside of the manifold over time this puts more pressure on the air doors / swirl flaps which connect to the lever, this inevitably cracks the plastic lever which is the inferior quality component.
How to repair a Mercedes Benz intake manifold?
Please try again later. A DIY instructional video to show how to install the eEuroparts.com Intake Manifold Repair Kit. Part number 103K10152, this kit is made of billet aluminum vs plastic, and is designed to be a permanent repair on your Mercedes intake manifold Loading…
Is the intake manifold on a Mercedes CLK 350?
In our example, we had a 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 350 (272.9 engine) with a check engine light on for multiple misfires. We have seen O2 codes as well as lean codes, so be sure to test your system correctly. Once you have completed this step, it is time to look at the manifold, paying special attention to two areas on the front of the intake.
Where is the fuel rail on a Mercedes?
The fuel rail and injectors are located on both the left and right side of the intake manifold and partially hidden by the wiring loom and EGR hoses (red arrows).The fuel rail is a single piece and connected by a piece of pipe that runs along the rear of the ECU unit.
What kind of engine does a Mercedes Benz have?
Many owners of late-model Mercedes-Benz cars equipped with 3.0L and 3.5L V6 engines (M272 or M273) have experienced performance problems that include poor idle, loss of power and a check engine light with a P2006 code (or sometimes other codes).