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Failure is more common and happens more often with these thermostats due to the internal temperature probe that goes down through the center of the housing. It is much better to replace this as a preventative measure to prevent engine overheating.
This is one of the most often neglected services I see on the M272 engine. Even at 100,000 miles, you often see the tank has never been changed, and you can recognize that by looking to see if there is a factory crimp hose clamp still in place on the fluid return hose at the bottom of the tank.
If you are doing a complete power steering flush you will need to have 2 liters on hand. It will take approximately 1.5 liters to flush all the old fluid out of the system. If you want to do this service on your Benz, please see related products below for our 40K service kit. 272273
In this extensive and highly detailed 32-minute video, Kent will walk you through the procedures of extracting power steering fluid out of your old tank and installing a new tank without spilling fluid all over your engine compartment.
In this 21-minute instructional video, Kent will show you how to access the MAF sensor and correctly clean it with the proper spray cleaner. This cleaner can be picked up at any auto parts store but must be specific for mass air flow sensors.
In this 14-minute instructional video, Kent will show you how to access the MAF sensor and correctly clean it with the proper spray cleaner. This cleaner can be picked up at any auto parts store but must be specific for mass air flow sensors.
In this 11-minute instructional video, Kent will show you how to correctly remove the intake elbow ( with mass airflow sensor), install a new seal that connects to the intake manifold, and replace the entire assembly back on the engine.
This critical maintenance item should be done every 40K to 50K miles - BUY it does not get done. In this xx-minute video, Kent will show you how to properly replace both oil separators without screwing up and breaking something inside the engine.
In this 10-minute instructional video, Kent will show you the location of the thermostat on both engines, explain why they should be replaced every 40,000 to 50,000 miles, and wrap up with installation tips that should help you do it yourself.
In this 19-minute instructional video, Kent will walk you through the process of removing the drive belt, explain what you should inspect at the front of your engine, and show you how to install the parts that always seem to wear out around 100K miles.
I recommend that the oil separators on the M272 and M273 engines be changed every 40K miles to prevent excess oil from entering your intake manifold.
I recommend that the oil separators on the M272 and M273 engines be changed every 40K miles to prevent excess oil from entering your intake manifold.
If this part fails, you will get a check engine light and a specific P code. If it is just underperforming, you may get excessive rich or lean mixtures, leading to loss of power and poor fuel economy.
This kit includes 6 correct Bosch spark plugs, a long magnetic socket wrench as shown, and a small container of silicone grease to put on the ends of the spark plug wires. This is not a difficult job. In fact it is one of the easiest spark plug changes you may ever do.
This kit includes six correct Bosch spark plugs, a long magnetic socket wrench as shown, and a small container of silicone grease to put on the ends of the spark plug wires. This is not a difficult job.
You will get 2 Premium German oil filters for optimum performance with synthetic oil, including all seals, one all-aluminum deep filter wrench, and one aviation-grade lint-free cloth to clean out the oil filter housing.
LED rechargeable work lights continue to improve, and as of 2024, these are Kent's go-to lights when working on cars or anything else in the dark. Both have powerful and adjustable bright lights, and they come with USB charging cords.
Watch the YouTube video below to see why Kent feels these are must-have tools when working on the M272 and M273 engines. As you will learn in the video, these are not the only tools you will need, but they are key for the DIY mechanic.
This set includes the following:
Do you have questions? How can you do this without getting the engine and electronics all wet? Why do I need to clean my engine? Is it worth the effort? How long does it take? Can I do it inside my garage? Study the picture carefully to see what is included in the kit.
You do this service, and you might be surprised at the results. When does this ever get done? I have experienced smoother idle, less stumbling, more power and better fuel economy from just doing this easy and inexpensive service. Watch Kent's YouTube video for more detailed information.
You do this service, and you might be surprised at the results. When does this ever get done? I have experienced smoother idle, less stumbling, more power, and better fuel economy from Just doing this easy and inexpensive service. Watch Kent's YouTube video for more detailed information.
This is not a difficult part to replace, but it does require you to remove the belt and one pulley. A good time to replace this part is at the 80 to 100K inspection interval since you will already be removing / replacing the belt and pulleys.
How do you know if these parts need replacing? If you have driven 50,000 miles since it was installed or last changed then they need to be replaced to prevent oil from entering your intake manifold.
How do you know if these parts need replacing? If you have driven 50,000 miles since it was installed or last changed then it needs to be done to prevent oil from entering your intake manifold.
Yes, that is correct. These are the same parts on all 272 V6 and 273 V8 from 2006 to 2013. That is a few million cars that are now all aging, and many have not had these parts replaced. I am not sure why many shops do not even recommend this service before something fails!