M272 Engine Parts Diagram | Mercedes Benz

Your diagram will show small "Teflon" rings and plastic arms. These break. You don't need a $1,200 new manifold; you can buy a repair kit (L shaped levers) for $30 if you know which part to search for.

While the M272 is known for its smooth power delivery, it is also famous for a few critical failure points (looking at you, balance shaft sprocket). Whether you are troubleshooting a rough idle, rebuilding a top end, or just trying to understand where that oil leak is coming from, Mercedes Benz M272 Engine Parts Diagram

If you own a Mercedes-Benz from the mid-2000s to early 2010s—think the W203 C-Class, W211 E-Class, or R171 SLK—chances are you are running the M272 V6 engine . This 24-valve, 60-degree V6 was the workhorse of the lineup, displacing between 2.5L and 3.5L. Your diagram will show small "Teflon" rings and plastic arms