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W211 Sedan · Estate
Mercedes-Benz E-Class · Sedan · Estate · 2002–2009
SBC braking early on, plus the E55 AMG supercharged V8.
Production run
2002–2009
Engines covered
6
Avg. part price
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19902026
Interactive systems map
Inspect the W211
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Systems map
Where it goes wrong
Each numbered hotspot counts the documented failure points in that area. Select one to see the specifics for this chassis and engine.
Failure points by system
Engine3
Cooling1
Intake2
Transmission1
Documented issues per engine
4M271
4M272
4M113
4M156
5OM642
0OM646
Known weak points
What breaks on the W211
Timing chain and tensioner (well-known)Diagnose →Balance shaft gear wear (2003–2008)Diagnose →Balance shaft gear wear (2004–2008)Diagnose →Intake manifold swirl flap failureDiagnose →Camshaft adjuster magnetsDiagnose →Motor mountsDiagnose →Head bolt corrosion/stretchDiagnose →Camshaft and lifter wearDiagnose →Oil cooler seal leak (classic)Diagnose →Swirl flap / intake runner failureDiagnose →
Guides & playbooks
W211 playbooks
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