Mercedes Benz M272 Engine Parts Diagram Info

Map-controlled electronic thermostat regulating coolant flow.

: A counter-rotating shaft used to reduce vibration, located within the V-bank. Internal Systems & Sensors Intake Manifold

Located inside the oil pan, driven by a dedicated chain from the crankshaft. Common M272 Diagram Failure Points to Watch

Iron-coated aluminum pistons designed for reduced friction. Mercedes Benz M272 Engine Parts Diagram

Mounted on the front of the engine. It houses the oil filter element and integrates with the oil cooler. Common Failure: The gaskets behind this housing fail frequently, leaking oil down the front of the engine block.

Technical diagrams like those found on Benzbits often break down the engine into these essential sections:

Deliver pressurized fuel directly into the intake ports. Map-controlled electronic thermostat regulating coolant flow

The check engine light was a pale yellow eye staring at him from the dash of his 2007 SLK 280. Leo, a DIY mechanic with more courage than experience, plugged in his scanner. The code: P0016 – Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1) .

Measures incoming air volume, located right before the throttle body.

| Engine Displacement | Model Code | Bore x Stroke (mm) | Power Output | Torque Output | Notable Applications | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | M272 E25 | 88 x 68.4 | 150 kW (204 PS) | 245 Nm | C230, E230, SLK 230 | | 3.0 L | M272 E30 | 88 x 82.1 | 170 kW (231 PS) | 300 Nm | C280, E280, SLK 280 | | 3.5 L (Port) | M272 E35 | 92.9 x 86.0 | 200 kW (272 PS) | 350 Nm | E350, C350, ML350 | | 3.5 L (CGI) | M272 E35 DE | 92.9 x 86.0 | 215 kW (292 PS) | 365 Nm | CLS 350 CGI, E 350 CGI | Common M272 Diagram Failure Points to Watch Iron-coated

The engine uses four camshaft adjusters that allow for continuous timing adjustments on both intake and exhaust sides. Intake Manifold:

If you are using a parts diagram to perform a repair, always verify your . The M272 underwent several revisions, most notably the "Balance Shaft Gear" update. Engines with serial numbers higher than 2729xx 30 468993 generally have the updated, hardened gear that does not suffer from premature wear.

: Schematics detail the magnesium intake manifold's internal tumble flaps and vacuum-actuated switchover diaphragms. This feature optimizes airflow for high and low RPM ranges, but the plastic linkages are frequent failure points that the diagram helps locate.