Manifold protector instalation for OM642; V6 CDI 280 & 320

[cobogol]

Hello,
This piece is placed in order to protect the inlet manifold servo. The inlet manifold servo is a well know breakdown in this kind of engines just only consult it on MB forums like this to confirm it.
The cause of this failure is the hot oil that falls down in the entry of air in the turbo. This piece protects the servo.
Valid for the V6 CDI diesel engines 280 and 320. (ML, CLK, E, C, R, GLK). Handmade piece in top quality aluminum and inox steel (304).
The estimated time is about 30-45 minutes. You will only need a screwdriver and a torx wrench.
Remove the engine cover, it is fitted into the lugs of the image

 

[cobogol]

/ Remove the air intake duct, loosening the edges with a screwdriver and the front binding turbo and disconnecting the electrical connections

 

[cobogol]

Place the accessory purchased and repeat the instracctions in reverse order

 

[Black c320]

unfortunately all the plate does is funnel the oil, you need to stop the leak, i have stopped the leak by installing the seal in the pipe with a smear of silicone on the outside of the seal.

I have a panty liner placed below the seal to catch any stray oil but so far it has stayed dry,

I have used this trick on 3 engines so far and not had a leak

I also have the swirl motor disabled with a resistor as per the Alex Crow solution.

 

[cobogol]

It isn´t a heavy leak, you don´t loose tons of oil, but with this piece you protect the manifold without changing anything of the original design of the motor.

 

[Black c320]

Where does the oil go when it runs off the plate?

 

[cobogol]

It drops thru the engine (on the rear part), avoiding the inlet manifold, and therefore it´s breakdown.

 

[2nG]

Isn't there a new rubber original part improved to avoid this problem? This is what the dealer told me the last time I had to repair the inlet manifold thing

 

[cobogol]

I don´t think so.

 

[Black c320]

Apparently there is a modified seal available, but as i said the standard seal with a smear of silicone around the outside does the job,

The catch plate is a waste of time, the oil will still drip on the motor which is directly below,
A panty liner is easier to fit and it will soak up the oil.

 

[cobogol]

It isn´t a waste of time, it´s do the job, that is avoiding leak into the manifold.

 

[Black c320]

Oil on the manifold isn't the problem,the electric swirl motor below the pipe is what fails due to oil seepage internally.

I think preventing the leak is the best option.

Do you sell the plate?

 

[cobogol]

Exactly, and this plate protects the electric swirl motor. If you remove the plate after using it, you can check that the electry motor is dry!!
A friend of mine developed it.

 

[BlackC55]

If the seal is leaking then fit the modified seal that does not leak. Its only about £20

 

[cobogol]

Could you please write the serial number of the modified seal or when you can buy it?
Thanks

 

[Black c320]

[QUOTE=cobogol;1490655]Exactly, and this plate protects the electric swirl motor. If you remove the plate after using it, you can check that the electry motor is dry!!
A friend of mine developed it.[/QUOTE]

I wasn't agreeing with you, the plate doesn't stop the leak.

Either replace or modify the seal.

I assume you are not trying to sell on the forum?

 

[cobogol]

Your suggestion is offensive to me.

 

[cobogol]

I just want to help in a typical problem for this engine.

 

[Black c320]

Place the accessory purchased and repeat the instracctions in reverse order

In theory it does seem like a good idea, i don't want to rubbish your idea and some owners actually use a reshaped aluminium pie dish, but it does not stop the oil dripping on the swirl motor.
The panty liner does the job on my car if any oil passes the seal.

 

[sherco450]

some say it may be a band aid solution but having my seal replaced on the vito v6 om642 4 times under warranty it wasnt until l smeared a heavy bodied grease only then it stopped leaking now l have travelled 22,000km no problem .l believe the mechanic over tightens the clamp and leaks from there on .When l removed the seal there is evidence of damage. l was frustrated after the 3rd attempt that l would have used your protective cover. It runs down to the tranny and makes a mess,l rather wipe the cover than wash engine transmission and drive way.