Been a subscriber for some time - but just have to say for anyone who owns a Mercedes with a W204 engine - this is by far the best resource for a DIY mechanic. And replacing the intake manifold is not an easy task. Alot of steps - and you detailed it meticulously. Thanks for the excellent video.
Thank you for providing this helpful video! I had the same issue as did a huge number of Mercedes owners. No recall even with all of the complaints. Mercedes knows they have flawed plastic flap rods and rotator. Sad. The large number of repair videos on this intake manifold should tell you how bad the design was. Anyway, I replaced mine before there was engine damage with a rebuilt intake with metal replacement parts. Bought it on ebay for $300 3 years ago. Now they have an aftermarket brand new one on ebay for under $200. It runs great now. No issues. It wasn't that hard of a repair, just time consuming.
Just did this on my sister's 2007 R350. This video was such a big help. The string to hold the gaskets was the best part. Started right up and intake codes cleared. Thank you for your guidance through this entire project! What would have costed her over $3,000, only costed her about $500 for the intake and gaskets. Oh, and for me to drive from Virginia beach to Manassas Virginia for 2 days.
Thank you for this step by step informative video! I got stood up by two mechanics to have my intake manifold replaced, lost time and money. SO I followed your instructions and did it myself. I disconnected all of the ignition coil harnesses which gave me more space and there were like 2 or three clips to disconnect once you lift the manifold. The install went smoothly and I'm back up and running. Guess I should have just sacrificed the time and did this 3 months ago...
I've started with a 99 Mercedes and am now grown into a 2006 Mercedes ml350. Through this there have been a ton of issues, but your videos have been a relief. I don't know what I would've done without these videos. I've had electrical problems with my radio and a high pitched sound that had drained my tank sized battery within days. So it is now off. I'm going to replace this manifold and purge valves hose and tackle that next. Thank you and if I could do anything else to help, I design websites and can help market online for you. I know how smart you are, but other than subscribing, I'd love to help too. Thank you
bought the same rebuilt brand and had it installed in my car. what a HUGH difference it made. they also had to change the MAF because it was brittle, but now it purrs.
That's good news. Make sure you get the oil drip pan changed. Or the new intake will fail again. See the how to on that part here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html
That's good news. Make sure you get the oil drip pan changed. Or the new intake will fail again. See the how to on that part here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html
That's good news. Make sure you get the oil drip pan changed. Or the new intake will fail again. See the how to on that part here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html
after watching this video, i can say with 100% certainty that changing the intake manifold adjuster linkage is NOT a 4.5 hour job at $150/hr (~$670). thank you so much for the information, this looks more like it would be a 2-3hr job. the quote i got is off the rails.
It’s not a two to three hour job it’s exactly what the quote is… because this video doesn’t show everything… speeding up and clip scenes turns it into a 20 minute time slot.. and he didn’t finish putting it together.. you really don’t appreciate real skills.. the 4hours is actually pretty quick.. do it yourself and then talk to me ..the time is always correct…it’s how much they charge an hour is where the problem lies… and it continues to climb..
Great video, thanks so much for posting. I just did this job slowly and carefully following your instructions (and a couple of other vids) over a weekend on my R350 and it worked out perfectly. Fitted an aluminum lever to my old intake rather than fit a new one. Did this job for the cost of the gaskets and the new lever - about $50 all in :)
As always great video and even though I am a mechanic with well over 30 years experience I always like to watch these videos rather than struggle to locate hidden bolts etc. I would like to make a couple of comments when referring to items in a car Left or Right this is done when sitting in the car not facing the engine other wise it can get confusing, also as there are both left and right hand drive cars its a good idea not to refer to driver or passenger sides, one other item when inserting the injectors it is always a good idea to lubricate the seals I use dielectric grease or WD40.I hope you don't take my comments as criticism I am merely giving my thoughts.This is a really great video and I shall be doing this on my wife's car and will be referring to it many times I'm sure, keep them coming.
Great video. I really appreciate you making this. I took this on myself on my 2010 base e350 v6. If you have trouble taking electrical clips you may have to pop the white part of the clip up about half a cm. Thanks again
Thank you for taking the time to make and sharing this very informative video, in a few weeks I will be changing my intake manifold on my 2006 Mercedes C230 V6 and this video will definitely help 👍
wow it seems to be too many things take it out.But you show us every single detail, look very very helpful ,very appreciated for that. I'm going do my 2007c230 need to replace. Thanks guys.
A very clear and descriptive video.. I’ve already replaced the manifold but my car will not start due to priming issues.. I got fuel up at the nut on the rail but when I check the bleeder valve no fuel comes out.
Can you give me some of the one that were missed on his video. In fact if you have a video to share or anything like that to give me important advice i greatly appreciate it. Tnx in advance
Awesome detailed video , I have a Slk 280 and I hope it's the same procedure as you demonstrated cause I'm going to try and fix it ,It gave me 3 codes P0015,P2006,and P0410 so I'm doing my research. This helps phenomenally.
Great work! Helped me to realize what I need to be ready for if I'm going to stop paying the dealer unreal amounts of cash. Surely not a one day job for a beginner with Mercedes engines. Thank you!
Very good, video, will be saving it to my CLK inlet manifold playlist, couple of things, put some dielectric grease on the injectors to help them slide in, also clean the throttle body and MAF while you have them out,I did notice that the actuators had been replaced with the metal ones, that is why I’m taking mine off!
This is by far the best thorough video I have seen on relating a Mercedes C class and there are many of them out there. Thank you sir for your awesome work. I hope I don’t have to do this repair anytime soon - though I have it saved and downloaded if I do. Thanks again!!!
Change your oil separator drip pan, change your oil with required oil type. Do these two things according to the appropriate schedule and you shouldn't have this issue. I have a video on the oil drip pan on my channel
Great video, you explain this repair so well. I was pretty intimidated by watching other videos. But the way you show how to do it makes me confident in tackling this job. Thanks
Thank you for the video. I'm doing this project right now on a 2007 c280 4matic. The center actuator capsule broke from the pivot point so I'm replacing those parts with new updated aluminum parts. This video showed me ahead of time what I'm getting Into. I have star c4 that I could pull up step by step but still good to watch first
Yeah those plastic pieces on the intake manifold are the worst brittle batch of parts I've ever seen. Good luck with the job. It's tedious but not too bad.
@@mikes6067 I know it ranges from $3,000 to $5,000 depending on where u go obviously the higher cost is at the dealership. I personally dont rob ppl and I have the star diagnostic system the same software as the dealership has so I can clear codes program modules do coding all that. And I promise to do any job for 50 percent less than dealership. I help customers find the parts for as cheap as possible i dont mark up price on parts i let customer buy them personally and the rest is for my labor
I wish I had seen this video and had the codes when I replaced by solenoids and camshaft position sensors. Well. I'm a lady that's not afraid to get dirty and greasy. I purchased the after market replacements. My code is for stuck open. I'm more confident that I can do this once I get a sturdy step stool. I'm 4'10". Lol. I replaced my serpentine belt and pulleys 4 years ago after the mechanic replacement failed in days. I noticed there was a metal fray on a pulley, tearing the belt. I replaced them and sanded/smoothed the old pulleys for back ups just in case. Saved about $2000. Wish me luck on this repair this weekend.
Hi Keith - great video, I have watched it about 5 times now and feel confident enough to try it myself. How about that Manifold rebuild with the step by step guide and part numbers?
Hi Robin - thanks! Those parts are still unknown to me. They do exist because there's a company in Florida that rebuilds these things. Hoping someone in the Mercedes community will help if they know where tui get the parts.
iRepair Autos Thank you very much for getting back to me. That is not great news however. I have now bought an OEM manifold and was looking forward to following your guidance to rebuild it in the same way that I would for the removal of the old one and installation of the restored one. I live in the UK so access to TUI and it’s part sourcing will be problematic for me. I guess I will have to have a go and see how I get on. I might be emailing you as I go, if I get stuck. 🥺
Good video! The only thing that I do differently is spraying penetrating oil at the base of the injectors before removal, then twisting the injector will loosen it in the intake. Also I use grease on the injector o-rings before install. Good job though!
I used fishing string to hold the gaskets.It did not line up correctly the first time and the car ran badly with a misfire so I had to take it all apart again, went quicker second time and the gaskets held. A Benz tech friend of mine said he uses long bolts with the heads cut off as gasket guides and slides the gaskets down on the guide bolts, installs the intake and replaces the bolts with the factory bolts one by one...he said DONT use hi tack sealant on gaskets! These intakes should be replaced if front armature breaks as the plastic inside is made of same junk plastic that broke on the armature. There are videos out there showing broken plastic pieces that came apart and ruined engines from the plastic internals coming apart like the front armatures do. Have torque specs available, replace the fuel injector o rings, and have fun with that pesky throttle body connector at the bottom of the throttle body...it was the hardest part of the whole job, the clip does not spring out well.
I used this guide to replace my manifold and it worked fine, the problem was not fixed but that’s because it wasn’t the manifold that was broken. Also, the nuts that you need the socket for are size E10 and not T10
I ordered the intake manifold swirl repair kit because Mercedes Benz was to replace the entire exhaust system....but looking into this video im not quite sure if our local mechanics will manage the process from start to finish.
great video..I rally need some help with this one, 2007 c350 had a broken lever so I got a repair kit and fixed it but im still getting the same code, all levers seem to be movibg freely. i need help to testing the internal check valve to the switchover solenoid i can blow and suck freely into the hose port and im thinking if its a check valve then i should not able to suck through it right? does that mean the intake has faild.. also if i active the switchover valves with scanner only the driverside clicks and opens.there no sound or movement from the passanger side.but if i power it up with jusper its working
+iRepair Autos, at 07:58, those are e-torx / inverted torx. Snap-on has an offset E10 (XLE1012A) wrench. Or, you could also try a low profile inverted torx set (106RTLE).
Great video. I have a question, are there any other parts I can change while I have the manifold out? Anything else that might fail but that I could replace now that I have the manifold out
Nice video, I already suscribed, I just bought this car and it has a mysterious unconnected plug, that I cannot find a place to put... will take intake this friday so this video is fantastic. I will take it out to replace that front leveler
Hey thanks for the kind words. Take a pic of the mysterious unconnected plug (up close) then take another pic with more components around it and I will locate what it is plugged into for you.
Awesome video. Its timely that i stumbled on your video. Just had my engine light cone on today and i have a Mercedes 2011 C300. I have a p0300 code- although the car seems to drive fine and it doesnt appear ro be idling rough. I am going to have the dealership replace they spark plugs although they did not do that when i pad for Schedule B service to be done at 60Kmiles- go figure. I hope i dont have a problem with my Intake Manifold. Car has 96300 miles.
p0300 could be caused by a few things and is usually followed by a p0301 to p0306 depending on which cylinder misfired. If it was related to the Intake Manifold then there would be other codes that are associated with the intake manifold. Don't wish bad things on yourself. I would start by resetting the CEL and see if it comes back. If and when it does come back check the following 1. coil (swap out that coil with another one on the engine and reset the CEL again this is to see if the misfire follows the coil. If it's the coil get a new one. I have a video on my channel that shows how to change out the coil. Here: ua-cam.com/video/MoZCG_oMT_4/v-deo.html Faulty spark plugs cause misfires repeatedly... So I would leave that as the last to check/change. Let me know how it goes. Good luck!
Yea- I ended up correcting it after installing a new set of spark plugs. I subscribed. Best source of Mercedes repair videos as far as I am concerned. Thanks again
Lever or lee-ver. Tomato tah-mato My second time removing my intake mani. I repaired/replaced my actuators and broken flap but I didn't lock Tite my fn bolt in the middle of the flapper. It came loose it's a bad move to not use loc Tite on some applications
Just a FYI. If you put a little grease on the fuel injector o rings it makes it so much easier and keeps them from getting damaged when installing. Great video though...
Thank you for the videos. I have a 2007 Mercedes E350 base model. The front left turn signal light is not working. I replaced the light bulb but it is still not working. The turn signal socket has no wire harness it just fits in the light unit. Any idea what I can do rather than replace the whole headlamp ? Thank you.
Great video to show!, I accidentally broke the crank position sensor while removing on R350, gasoline engine 😪. I am so sad and depressed how to remove the broken part stills in the hole. Thinking how to make access to drill this broken part and remove. I would appreciate if you can let me know if I remove the intake manifold then there is any space for me to access to. Desperate for you replying. Thank you
Excellent tutorial. My 2007 CLK350 got the code P2006 Runner control stuck closed bank 1a. Can you tell me what part I should I check and fix after taking it out, how to clean the buildup inside so it won't stuck again? Also, can you list the torque for each bolt?
How do you get the steak bracket off You took a bolt off the bracket which there is 2 not one but even after taking both off it won’t min 14 30 seconds 14:30 “ slide “ right out Curious how you’re supposed to take that off ?
Great video man.... thanks it will help me a lot tomorrow... I'll replace the manifold on my M272 W203 engine... question ❓❓ could you tell the the tightening torques of manifold bolts and air inlet bolts..please..thanks
Good luck, it’s a big job but doable. Take your time and be organized. I shy away from giving torque values as this can cause problems with miscalibrated torque wrenches. The info is online.
I believe it has its own fault code P0170 if I'm not mistaken....and to the Technician that posted this video, what a fair price to pay for the labor involved with this job? labor only...thank you
Hey wassup brother, just recently bought a 2008 cls550 with 98,xxx miles, came with codes P0430 & P0420. I was told by my coworker a mechanic, that some people don’t that a leaking intake gasket could trigger that code for the cats. The cats, looks like they recently been changed by previous owner. So I sprayed some brake cleaner by the fuel injectors & intake manifold gasket & immediately starts to misfire. Should I change just both intake manifold gaskets itself with fuel injectors O rings or the whole manifold itself, with new gaskets & O rings ? Would really appreciate the feedback & any tips, thanks brother! Your videos, have really helped me these pass 5 years to master repairs on all my Mercedes from Clk550, 500 to 350, E550 to 350 as well, to now a Cls550 & actually motivated me to become a mechanic as well & really just change my life around. Much love from South Central, LA 🤙🏼
I enjoyed your video most enlightening.. I have question I'm replacing my throttle body mine is stuck open , will I have to reset it afterwards ... If so can it be done manually or does it need scan tool
Very good video with step by step instructions. I’m a DIY, I have to replace my intake of 09 GL 450. What did you use to clean the injectors. If you have a video and a preference product to clean the injectors please provide the link. Again.... very good video!!!
Irepair AutosHi I just did this on my c280, the problem I am having is the vacuum lines I think I got some mixed up. There are two ports on the intake for vacuum lines, on the old one the hose was hanging on the left side port of the intake, when looking at it from the engine bay. On your video it's hanging out of the right side but where does it go to? Please help!
Can I take out the fuel rail first? Or wait until I take it out with the manifold? I see some takr out the rail and injectors first also the engine ears at the end do u take them out or just loosen them?
Thank you. it is very informative. It would be very helpful if you could also share what were the symptoms. Why you ended up changing manifold. Was it broken flaps? How did you know the problem? Also what was the kilometer/miles of your car? Thank you again for this wonderful video.
mavi blue My car currently have the p2006 code and it states “system too rich idle bank “ my r350 drives smoothly but sometimes shifts from drive to neutral while drive around 40-50mph. Hope this helps.
@irepair autos I followed your video so easily. Never done anything like this and even though I have a question I have no regrets. So I put everything back together following in reverse of course and I have a small black pliable rubber tube that I noticed disconnected from somewhere. I have research and I don’t have a clue. I have a 2007 C230 sport V6 that I repaired the actuators on. I have a pic of it but I can’t get it to attach. Please guide me the best you can guess.
Hey Man just finished watching this whole vid! I am preparing to do a repair on my intake manifold soon, and as it needs to come out I would to know what are you torquing the main bolts? I'm highly OCD on what each bolt should be Torqued to!
Hello, I appreciate all of your great detailed videos. I just replace my intake manifold gaskets on my W211 E350. When I looked inside the engine, there is a lot of oil build up on the parts. What can I do to clean that out?
Love your channel..and it helps me big time being I try to do most of my own work..I have a 2006 e350 and I wanted to ask being I just purchased a new engine manifold..if I have to thread the holes that hold the manifold to the engine..because the manifold I purchased the holes that hold it to the engine aren't threaded..is that normal??..and if so what do you suggest in threading these holes..thankyou so much for your content and as always keep up the good work
I have a 2007 mercedes ML 350 and with the help of your video ,I replaced the actuators and kit with new intake gaskets,I completed the job and it runs very good,but I have a problem that I hope you can help me with.I hooked my snap on scanner up and can't communicate with the vehicles ECM to clear the codes. Wi-fi is connected,the DLC connector fuse 7.5a does work and ECM connectors are connected properly, Any ideas ?
just found your channel, thanks for the great video. what else should be replaced while doing this job? gaskets, actuator flap arm etc? if not buying a new manifold
Wha'ppen Keith! Nice to hear a Jamaican voice UA-cam. Anyway, washed to ask...is there a spray or some other good way of cleaning out the gunk inside the manifold to save it and prevent the possibility of the flaps sticking or breaking?
Big up mi Youth! Ocean Foam is probably the best. I have a video on cleaning it... Here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html Thanks for watching and the hail up.
Good Morning I was wondering if you know where is the intake manifold bank 1 sensor located? I’m getting a P0215 code it’s says thermostat and bank 1 intake manifold bank 1 sensor. I have a 2006 C230
I have a question: When you remove the fuel rail from the intake the little caps that are on the rail are those fuel pressure regulators and can those be changed or you need to take out the whole fuel rail and replace it if the fuel regulators go bad on the fuel rails? I have a p0173 code on bank 2 and I really think it's fuel pressure that's causing that code after driving the car to getting up to operating temperature shutting the key off waiting about 20 minutes and then going back into the car the car will stutter and hesitate after turning the key but it drives normal with no hesitation but the check engine light will stay on? I'm just curious about that fuel pressure regulator that's on the fuel rails and if they can be serviced or not?
Also. What would make the smaller swirl flap to sides. Not the center one but i have one to farthest right,it has popped out where it goes into manifold. Any idea what would have caused that?
Hello Fantastic video… Ps when in lipping the electrical connectors how easy is it to plug the wrong one in? Or are they different meaning will only plug back in to the correct connector ??
What is the price parts and labor for this that I can expect to pay I just got a 2006 c230 … the previous owner says may need coil … or Intake gasket … I found that a loud pop happens as well as a wicked mis fire .. while running car seemed like it wanted to overheat I stopped to put water in and seen that looked as if someone put stop leak in … codes presented on obd 0073 and a ton of misfire and lean codes …
Very helpful video. At the fuel rail of my CLK 280 I shortly deteced after starting the engine in the morning some fuel escape at the rund part (pressure-valve?) situated between the injectors at the rail .Is it possible to replace the rail without removing the manifold or is it even possible to replace this certain pressure-valve?
Glad the video helped. You do not have to remove the air intake manifold to remove/ replace the rail. You should be able to remove and replace the diaphragm but I haven't tried. Will check later and let you know.
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Been a subscriber for some time - but just have to say for anyone who owns a Mercedes with a W204 engine - this is by far the best resource for a DIY mechanic. And replacing the intake manifold is not an easy task. Alot of steps - and you detailed it meticulously. Thanks for the excellent video.
One of the best how to videos I've seen. Clearly stated, step by step, no stupid background music.
Well done.
Thanks! Background music is tempting but not needed especially because it's annoying to most.
@@iRepairAutos what are the symptoms?
Thank you for providing this helpful video! I had the same issue as did a huge number of Mercedes owners. No recall even with all of the complaints. Mercedes knows they have flawed plastic flap rods and rotator. Sad. The large number of repair videos on this intake manifold should tell you how bad the design was. Anyway, I replaced mine before there was engine damage with a rebuilt intake with metal replacement parts. Bought it on ebay for $300 3 years ago. Now they have an aftermarket brand new one on ebay for under $200. It runs great now. No issues. It wasn't that hard of a repair, just time consuming.
Thanks you for very helpful video.
Where does the longer vacuum line in front of manifold connects to?
I love to see a person who loves his art and work so much to end up doing a great job. Marvelous, just marvelous.
Great video with all of the important details, Thanks!
As mechanically inclined as I am, I took this job to my mechanic after seeing the video
Just did this on my sister's 2007 R350. This video was such a big help. The string to hold the gaskets was the best part. Started right up and intake codes cleared. Thank you for your guidance through this entire project! What would have costed her over $3,000, only costed her about $500 for the intake and gaskets. Oh, and for me to drive from Virginia beach to Manassas Virginia for 2 days.
Shawn Embrey lol u from Va bro ? im in portsmouth
How many hours did it take for the replacement? Thanks
Thank you for this step by step informative video! I got stood up by two mechanics to have my intake manifold replaced, lost time and money. SO I followed your instructions and did it myself. I disconnected all of the ignition coil harnesses which gave me more space and there were like 2 or three clips to disconnect once you lift the manifold. The install went smoothly and I'm back up and running. Guess I should have just sacrificed the time and did this 3 months ago...
BTW '06 Mercedes R350
I've started with a 99 Mercedes and am now grown into a 2006 Mercedes ml350.
Through this there have been a ton of issues, but your videos have been a relief. I don't know what I would've done without these videos.
I've had electrical problems with my radio and a high pitched sound that had drained my tank sized battery within days. So it is now off. I'm going to replace this manifold and purge valves hose and tackle that next.
Thank you and if I could do anything else to help, I design websites and can help market online for you. I know how smart you are, but other than subscribing, I'd love to help too. Thank you
that was a very good video. now I am absolutely sure that I don't want to do this. 😀
It's definitely not something you want to do unless you're comfortable working inside the engine compartment. Thanks for the kind words.
bought the same rebuilt brand and had it installed in my car. what a HUGH difference it made. they also had to change the MAF because it was brittle, but now it purrs.
That's good news. Make sure you get the oil drip pan changed. Or the new intake will fail again. See the how to on that part here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html
That's good news. Make sure you get the oil drip pan changed. Or the new intake will fail again. See the how to on that part here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html
That's good news. Make sure you get the oil drip pan changed. Or the new intake will fail again. See the how to on that part here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html
after watching this video, i can say with 100% certainty that changing the intake manifold adjuster linkage is NOT a 4.5 hour job at $150/hr (~$670). thank you so much for the information, this looks more like it would be a 2-3hr job. the quote i got is off the rails.
It’s not a two to three hour job it’s exactly what the quote is… because this video doesn’t show everything… speeding up and clip scenes turns it into a 20 minute time slot.. and he didn’t finish putting it together..
you really don’t appreciate real skills.. the 4hours is actually pretty quick.. do it yourself and then talk to me ..the time is always correct…it’s how much they charge an hour is where the problem lies… and it continues to climb..
@@speedlimit6869 got it done for much less from a certified mercedes mechanic, and you're probably right, it was the rate
Great video, thanks so much for posting. I just did this job slowly and carefully following your instructions (and a couple of other vids) over a weekend on my R350 and it worked out perfectly. Fitted an aluminum lever to my old intake rather than fit a new one. Did this job for the cost of the gaskets and the new lever - about $50 all in :)
Wonder where did you get the aluminum lever & gasket for $50? Thanks.
where buy the lever
That's what I should have done. Bought a new aftermarket assembly and the lever broke within 600 miles. lol
As always great video and even though I am a mechanic with well over 30 years experience I always like to watch these videos rather than struggle to locate hidden bolts etc. I would like to make a couple of comments when referring to items in a car Left or Right this is done when sitting in the car not facing the engine other wise it can get confusing, also as there are both left and right hand drive cars its a good idea not to refer to driver or passenger sides, one other item when inserting the injectors it is always a good idea to lubricate the seals I use dielectric grease or WD40.I hope you don't take my comments as criticism I am merely giving my thoughts.This is a really great video and I shall be doing this on my wife's car and will be referring to it many times I'm sure, keep them coming.
jagvette1 all good points that you have made. I find your feedback useful. Thanks!
thank you I am glad you took my comments in the spirit in which they were intended
Doing all that one handed and not dropping a bolt - impressive
Great video. I really appreciate you making this. I took this on myself on my 2010 base e350 v6. If you have trouble taking electrical clips you may have to pop the white part of the clip up about half a cm. Thanks again
Thank you for taking the time to make and sharing this very informative video, in a few weeks I will be changing my intake manifold on my 2006 Mercedes C230 V6 and this video will definitely help 👍
George Olivas ever fix your issue? Ordered parts my Red 2006 C230 bad intake manifold. And have it shop Today
I have a CLC 230 V6, what mileage did the change happen?
how did the change end up going? my 2008 c230 just pulled a code telling me to replace them
Truly helpful video. Much more close up video than many other. Thank you.
+Gevin Rishi glad it helped. You're welcome
wow it seems to be too many things take it out.But you show us every single detail, look very very helpful ,very appreciated for that. I'm going do my 2007c230 need to replace. Thanks guys.
A very clear and descriptive video.. I’ve already replaced the manifold but my car will not start due to priming issues..
I got fuel up at the nut on the rail but when I check the bleeder valve no fuel comes out.
I just changed my r350 intake today. Thanks for the video. There were more crucial stuffs to plug out though.
Can you give me some of the one that were missed on his video. In fact if you have a video to share or anything like that to give me important advice i greatly appreciate it. Tnx in advance
Where did you buy the part from please with part numbers much appreciated
Awesome detailed video , I have a Slk 280 and I hope it's the same procedure as you demonstrated cause I'm going to try and fix it ,It gave me 3 codes P0015,P2006,and P0410 so I'm doing my research. This helps phenomenally.
Great work! Helped me to realize what I need to be ready for if I'm going to stop paying the dealer unreal amounts of cash. Surely not a one day job for a beginner with Mercedes engines. Thank you!
Thank you so much for the detailed easy to follow and understand video. I would have never considered doing this myself if I hadn't found this.
This is the best video on the subject. Thanks for attention to all the details!
Very good, video, will be saving it to my CLK inlet manifold playlist, couple of things, put some dielectric grease on the injectors to help them slide in, also clean the throttle body and MAF while you have them out,I did notice that the actuators had been replaced with the metal ones, that is why I’m taking mine off!
This is by far the best thorough video I have seen on relating a Mercedes C class and there are many of them out there. Thank you sir for your awesome work. I hope I don’t have to do this repair anytime soon - though I have it saved and downloaded if I do. Thanks again!!!
Correction - relating - repairing- dang auto correct
Change your oil separator drip pan, change your oil with required oil type. Do these two things according to the appropriate schedule and you shouldn't have this issue. I have a video on the oil drip pan on my channel
Great video, you explain this repair so well. I was pretty intimidated by watching other videos. But the way you show how to do it makes me confident in tackling this job. Thanks
It's definitely doable. Take your time. Take breaks between. In can be a back killer.
@@iRepairAutos can u remove the harnest witout disconnecting the zip ties
@@youngmack5206You must cut the zipties to do the thing easy but you don't have to replace it.
Thank you for the video. I'm doing this project right now on a 2007 c280 4matic. The center actuator capsule broke from the pivot point so I'm replacing those parts with new updated aluminum parts. This video showed me ahead of time what I'm getting Into. I have star c4 that I could pull up step by step but still good to watch first
Yeah those plastic pieces on the intake manifold are the worst brittle batch of parts I've ever seen. Good luck with the job. It's tedious but not too bad.
@@iRepairAutos I got the intake out now. I'm about to put on the new parts as we speak and put it back in
Do u remember the torque specs for intake manifold
Do you know much a mechanic would charge for this job? I got the same car and the code for it has been coming up for a while now
@@mikes6067 I know it ranges from $3,000 to $5,000 depending on where u go obviously the higher cost is at the dealership. I personally dont rob ppl and I have the star diagnostic system the same software as the dealership has so I can clear codes program modules do coding all that. And I promise to do any job for 50 percent less than dealership. I help customers find the parts for as cheap as possible i dont mark up price on parts i let customer buy them personally and the rest is for my labor
I wish I had seen this video and had the codes when I replaced by solenoids and camshaft position sensors. Well. I'm a lady that's not afraid to get dirty and greasy. I purchased the after market replacements. My code is for stuck open. I'm more confident that I can do this once I get a sturdy step stool. I'm 4'10". Lol.
I replaced my serpentine belt and pulleys 4 years ago after the mechanic replacement failed in days. I noticed there was a metal fray on a pulley, tearing the belt. I replaced them and sanded/smoothed the old pulleys for back ups just in case. Saved about $2000. Wish me luck on this repair this weekend.
Ire brudder mon. Make me a spliff... lol... Your a great mechanic, with a scientific edge...
Hi Keith - great video, I have watched it about 5 times now and feel confident enough to try it myself. How about that Manifold rebuild with the step by step guide and part numbers?
Hi Robin - thanks! Those parts are still unknown to me. They do exist because there's a company in Florida that rebuilds these things. Hoping someone in the Mercedes community will help if they know where tui get the parts.
iRepair Autos Thank you very much for getting back to me. That is not great news however. I have now bought an OEM manifold and was looking forward to following your guidance to rebuild it in the same way that I would for the removal of the old one and installation of the restored one. I live in the UK so access to TUI and it’s part sourcing will be problematic for me. I guess I will have to have a go and see how I get on. I might be emailing you as I go, if I get stuck. 🥺
The oem one that you bought is it used and damaged? Why do you want to rebuild it?
Thanks for sharing your knowledge, always learning with your videos.
This is so cool..am trying to lose and clean my fuel injectors for Mercedes glk 350. 2010 model ..I wish I can get more ideas from you
Excellent travail très propre ,lumière excellente, manipulation avec précision excellente vidéo .
Good video! The only thing that I do differently is spraying penetrating oil at the base of the injectors before removal, then twisting the injector will loosen it in the intake. Also I use grease on the injector o-rings before install. Good job though!
I used fishing string to hold the gaskets.It did not line up correctly the first time and the car ran badly with a misfire so I had to take it all apart again, went quicker second time and the gaskets held.
A Benz tech friend of mine said he uses long bolts with the heads cut off as gasket guides and slides the gaskets down on the guide bolts, installs the intake and replaces the bolts with the factory bolts one by one...he said DONT use hi tack sealant on gaskets!
These intakes should be replaced if front armature breaks as the plastic inside is made of same junk plastic that broke on the armature.
There are videos out there showing broken plastic pieces that came apart and ruined engines from the plastic internals coming apart like the front armatures do.
Have torque specs available, replace the fuel injector o rings, and have fun with that pesky throttle body connector at the bottom of the throttle body...it was the hardest part of the whole job, the clip does not spring out well.
Car wizard used super glue to attach the gasket on mating surface.
I used this guide to replace my manifold and it worked fine, the problem was not fixed but that’s because it wasn’t the manifold that was broken. Also, the nuts that you need the socket for are size E10 and not T10
So what was the problem?
I ordered the intake manifold swirl repair kit because Mercedes Benz was to replace the entire exhaust system....but looking into this video im not quite sure if our local mechanics will manage the process from start to finish.
great video..I rally need some help with this one, 2007 c350 had a broken lever so I got a repair kit and fixed it but im still getting the same code, all levers seem to be movibg freely. i need help to testing the internal check valve to the switchover solenoid i can blow and suck freely into the hose port and im thinking if its a check valve then i should not able to suck through it right? does that mean the intake has faild.. also if i active the switchover valves with scanner only the driverside clicks and opens.there no sound or movement from the passanger side.but if i power it up with jusper its working
I really enjoy your videos... I like all of the details
+iRepair Autos, at 07:58, those are e-torx / inverted torx. Snap-on has an offset E10 (XLE1012A) wrench. Or, you could also try a low profile inverted torx set (106RTLE).
Thank you very much, you gave me the confidence to do it.
How'd he get the strings back off, from holding the gaskets?
Very informative, keep helping folks kind sir
Nice Vid Bro. Ive got a CLS 350 with the same Problem. Tomorrow i will replace it too.
Great video. I have a question, are there any other parts I can change while I have the manifold out? Anything else that might fail but that I could replace now that I have the manifold out
It might be some vaccum hoses. it is not easy while the manifold is already installed.
thank you for the demo. very clear in how to change the fab battery
Nice video, I already suscribed,
I just bought this car and it has a mysterious unconnected plug, that I cannot find a place to put...
will take intake this friday so this video is fantastic. I will take it out to replace that front leveler
Hey thanks for the kind words. Take a pic of the mysterious unconnected plug (up close) then take another pic with more components around it and I will locate what it is plugged into for you.
There is also a small vaccum hose in front the intake that has to be connected its in front of the secondary air pump
Nice Video. Use a little synthetic lube on those injectors... works everytime.
Great suggestion
Awesome video. Its timely that i stumbled on your video. Just had my engine light cone on today and i have a Mercedes 2011 C300. I have a p0300 code- although the car seems to drive fine and it doesnt appear ro be idling rough. I am going to have the dealership replace they spark plugs although they did not do that when i pad for Schedule B service to be done at 60Kmiles- go figure. I hope i dont have a problem with my Intake Manifold. Car has 96300 miles.
p0300 could be caused by a few things and is usually followed by a p0301 to p0306 depending on which cylinder misfired.
If it was related to the Intake Manifold then there would be other codes that are associated with the intake manifold. Don't wish bad things on yourself.
I would start by resetting the CEL and see if it comes back.
If and when it does come back check the following
1. coil (swap out that coil with another one on the engine and reset the CEL again this is to see if the misfire follows the coil. If it's the coil get a new one. I have a video on my channel that shows how to change out the coil. Here: ua-cam.com/video/MoZCG_oMT_4/v-deo.html
Faulty spark plugs cause misfires repeatedly... So I would leave that as the last to check/change.
Let me know how it goes. Good luck!
Yea- I ended up correcting it after installing a new set of spark plugs. I subscribed. Best source of Mercedes repair videos as far as I am concerned. Thanks again
Glad you were able to get it sorted out.
Lever or lee-ver. Tomato tah-mato
My second time removing my intake mani. I repaired/replaced my actuators and broken flap but I didn't lock Tite my fn bolt in the middle of the flapper. It came loose it's a bad move to not use loc Tite on some applications
Why did you fast forward the throttle butterfly assembly process? Did you apply blue thread lock to the butterfly assembly bolts?
Just a FYI. If you put a little grease on the fuel injector o rings it makes it so much easier and keeps them from getting damaged when installing. Great video though...
Thank you for the videos. I have a 2007 Mercedes E350 base model. The front left turn signal light is not working. I replaced the light bulb but it is still not working. The turn signal socket has no wire harness it just fits in the light unit. Any idea what I can do rather than replace the whole headlamp ? Thank you.
Great video to show!, I accidentally broke the crank position sensor while removing on R350, gasoline engine 😪. I am so sad and depressed how to remove the broken part stills in the hole. Thinking how to make access to drill this broken part and remove. I would appreciate if you can let me know if I remove the intake manifold then there is any space for me to access to. Desperate for you replying. Thank you
thanks for shearing this video, i would be duing this pretty soon my question is, is not a good idea to change the injector seals?
Excellent tutorial. My 2007 CLK350 got the code P2006 Runner control stuck closed bank 1a. Can you tell me what part I should I check and fix after taking it out, how to clean the buildup inside so it won't stuck again? Also, can you list the torque for each bolt?
The video is great, there are some steps that could be improved to simplify the reconnect of the harnesses which i wish you would have recorded
Sorry
How do you get the steak bracket off
You took a bolt off the bracket which there is 2 not one but even after taking both off it won’t min 14 30 seconds
14:30
“ slide “ right out
Curious how you’re supposed to take that off ?
Nice video getting me ready for my next project
Great video man.... thanks it will help me a lot tomorrow... I'll replace the manifold on my M272 W203 engine... question ❓❓ could you tell the the tightening torques of manifold bolts and air inlet bolts..please..thanks
Good luck, it’s a big job but doable. Take your time and be organized. I shy away from giving torque values as this can cause problems with miscalibrated torque wrenches. The info is online.
@@iRepairAutos Thanks a lot...yeap, no problem..ill check for a standard torques...👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@@iRepairAutos all went well..just finished....engine is happy...goes like new🤩🤩🤩
@@iRepairAutos all went well..just finished....engine is happy...goes like new🤩🤩🤩
Hello,
Very informative video.
Please how do you know when your Intake Manifold needs replacement?
+Be enlightened I'll create a video going over everything
iRepair Autos ok thanks. looking forward to it.
I believe it has its own fault code P0170 if I'm not mistaken....and to the Technician that posted this video, what a fair price to pay for the labor involved with this job? labor only...thank you
It's P2006
Good morning Sr. Good video but we need secrecy tie and torque. Can You Please supply. Thanks.
Great instructional video. Why didn't you replace the fuel injector parts?
That's a another video.
This was really well done. Kudos! And Thank you!
Hey wassup brother, just recently bought a 2008 cls550 with 98,xxx miles, came with codes P0430 & P0420. I was told by my coworker a mechanic, that some people don’t that a leaking intake gasket could trigger that code for the cats. The cats, looks like they recently been changed by previous owner. So I sprayed some brake cleaner by the fuel injectors & intake manifold gasket & immediately starts to misfire. Should I change just both intake manifold gaskets itself with fuel injectors O rings or the whole manifold itself, with new gaskets & O rings ? Would really appreciate the feedback & any tips, thanks brother! Your videos, have really helped me these pass 5 years to master repairs on all my Mercedes from Clk550, 500 to 350, E550 to 350 as well, to now a Cls550 & actually motivated me to become a mechanic as well & really just change my life around. Much love from South Central, LA 🤙🏼
I enjoyed your video most enlightening.. I have question I'm replacing my throttle body mine is stuck open , will I have to reset it afterwards ... If so can it be done manually or does it need scan tool
Very good video with step by step instructions. I’m a DIY, I have to replace my intake of 09 GL 450. What did you use to clean the injectors. If you have a video and a preference product to clean the injectors please provide the link. Again.... very good video!!!
Irepair AutosHi I just did this on my c280, the problem I am having is the vacuum lines I think I got some mixed up. There are two ports on the intake for vacuum lines, on the old one the hose was hanging on the left side port of the intake, when looking at it from the engine bay. On your video it's hanging out of the right side but where does it go to? Please help!
Great video
How to disconnect and reconnect two black rubber tubes
The T-30 bit and then a E-10 socket for the bolts. 4:25
Excellent Presentation.......How many hours to complete? Thanks Very Much
Well done diy video. Grateful for all the tips!
You are the best man but we want you to wear the gloves to be save.
Thanks for your videos.
Can I take out the fuel rail first? Or wait until I take it out with the manifold? I see some takr out the rail and injectors first also the engine ears at the end do u take them out or just loosen them?
Are the new gaskets still needed for the old intake manifold that i’m putting back in?
Can you please give me a list of all the torx sockets and drivers I need in order to remove the manifold
Thank you. it is very informative. It would be very helpful if you could also share what were the symptoms. Why you ended up changing manifold. Was it broken flaps? How did you know the problem? Also what was the kilometer/miles of your car? Thank you again for this wonderful video.
mavi blue
My car currently have the p2006 code and it states “system too rich idle bank “ my r350 drives smoothly but sometimes shifts from drive to neutral while drive around 40-50mph.
Hope this helps.
Great video, thanks for posting! I am going to have to face this at some point. Just pulled a 0521 code, but do not yet have check engine light.
i have the same code today !! ho did you fx it please help !!!
p0521 , please tell me i went to many workshops
@irepair autos I followed your video so easily. Never done anything like this and even though I have a question I have no regrets. So I put everything back together following in reverse of course and I have a small black pliable rubber tube that I noticed disconnected from somewhere. I have research and I don’t have a clue. I have a 2007 C230 sport V6 that I repaired the actuators on. I have a pic of it but I can’t get it to attach. Please guide me the best you can guess.
Hey Man just finished watching this whole vid! I am preparing to do a repair on my intake manifold soon, and as it needs to come out I would to know what are you torquing the main bolts? I'm highly OCD on what each bolt should be Torqued to!
Intake manifold install E10 bolts(8ea) - 9Nm
others - Not that important but 8~10Nm is best
Great video by the way 👌
Hello, I appreciate all of your great detailed videos. I just replace my intake manifold gaskets on my W211 E350. When I looked inside the engine, there is a lot of oil build up on the parts. What can I do to clean that out?
Love your channel..and it helps me big time being I try to do most of my own work..I have a 2006 e350 and I wanted to ask being I just purchased a new engine manifold..if I have to thread the holes that hold the manifold to the engine..because the manifold I purchased the holes that hold it to the engine aren't threaded..is that normal??..and if so what do you suggest in threading these holes..thankyou so much for your content and as always keep up the good work
I have a 2007 mercedes ML 350 and with the help of your video ,I replaced the actuators and kit with new intake gaskets,I completed the job and it runs very good,but I have a problem that I hope you can help me with.I hooked my snap on scanner up and can't communicate with the vehicles ECM to clear the codes. Wi-fi is connected,the DLC connector fuse 7.5a does work and ECM connectors are connected properly, Any ideas ?
do the injectors have to go back in the same place, ie don't mix them up. would they have to be reprogrammed if they went back in different order?
just found your channel, thanks for the great video. what else should be replaced while doing this job? gaskets, actuator flap arm etc? if not buying a new manifold
If ur middle plastic piece broke can u take the secondary air sensor off and replace it that way
Wha'ppen Keith! Nice to hear a Jamaican voice UA-cam. Anyway, washed to ask...is there a spray or some other good way of cleaning out the gunk inside the manifold to save it and prevent the possibility of the flaps sticking or breaking?
Big up mi Youth! Ocean Foam is probably the best. I have a video on cleaning it... Here: ua-cam.com/video/GsWqdiBHG18/v-deo.html
Thanks for watching and the hail up.
@@iRepairAutos what's up sir can u give information on taking off those vacuum lines in the front
Great video. You did a good job and were very clear
thanks,very informative and thanks again.how much would it cost to do this work for 2010 c300 ( material and labor)thaks
Shop rate at 4 to 6 hours. Parts at dealer vary, but I've seen them online for 400 to 600
Great video. What are the torque values needed for the bolts?
Good Morning I was wondering if you know where is the intake manifold bank 1 sensor located? I’m getting a P0215 code it’s says thermostat and bank 1 intake manifold bank 1 sensor. I have a 2006 C230
I have a question: When you remove the fuel rail from the intake the little caps that are on the rail are those fuel pressure regulators and can those be changed or you need to take out the whole fuel rail and replace it if the fuel regulators go bad on the fuel rails? I have a p0173 code on bank 2 and I really think it's fuel pressure that's causing that code after driving the car to getting up to operating temperature shutting the key off waiting about 20 minutes and then going back into the car the car will stutter and hesitate after turning the key but it drives normal with no hesitation but the check engine light will stay on? I'm just curious about that fuel pressure regulator that's on the fuel rails and if they can be serviced or not?
Thanks for your video. Very helpful.
Also. What would make the smaller swirl flap to sides. Not the center one but i have one to farthest right,it has popped out where it goes into manifold. Any idea what would have caused that?
Cheap plastic parts that get brittle from the heat of the engine.
Hello
Fantastic video…
Ps when in lipping the electrical connectors how easy is it to plug the wrong one in? Or are they different meaning will only plug back in to the correct connector ??
All the cables are diffrent shape and length so you never switch things. but you have to shake it first to avoid missing out.
I appreciate this channel ur so detail thank you very much%%%%
What is the price parts and labor for this that I can expect to pay I just got a 2006 c230 … the previous owner says may need coil … or Intake gasket … I found that a loud pop happens as well as a wicked mis fire .. while running car seemed like it wanted to overheat I stopped to put water in and seen that looked as if someone put stop leak in … codes presented on obd 0073 and a ton of misfire and lean codes …
Very helpful video. At the fuel rail of my CLK 280 I shortly deteced after starting the engine in the morning some fuel escape at the rund part (pressure-valve?) situated between the injectors at the rail .Is it possible to replace the rail without removing the manifold or is it even possible to replace this certain pressure-valve?
Glad the video helped. You do not have to remove the air intake manifold to remove/ replace the rail. You should be able to remove and replace the diaphragm but I haven't tried. Will check later and let you know.