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W220 Sedan

Mercedes-Benz S-Class · Sedan · 1998–2005

Airmatic-era S-Class; suspension and rust are the watch items.

Production run

1998–2005

Engines covered

5

Avg. part price

—

19902026

Interactive systems map

Inspect the W220

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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

Engine1

Intake2

Fuel1

Electrical1

Transmission1

Documented issues per engine

4

M112

4

M113

0

M137

4

OM613

0

OM648

Known weak points

What breaks on the W220

Head bolt / gasket leaksDiagnose →Intake manifold flapDiagnose →Camshaft adjuster magnetsDiagnose →Motor mountsDiagnose →Injector seepageDiagnose →Turbo actuatorDiagnose →

Guides & playbooks

W220 playbooks

Maintenance scheduleGive me a mileage-based maintenance schedule for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class W220, including the items the factory schedule skips.Buyer's inspectionI'm inspecting a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class W220. What exactly should I check, test drive and look for underneath?Build planPlan a staged performance build for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class W220 that stays reliable as a daily driver.Fault code lookupI have a fault code on my Mercedes-Benz S-Class W220. Walk me through what it means and how to confirm the cause.

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