Cheap Mercedes-Benz ML Camshaft
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Choosing the right used Mercedes-Benz ML camshaft
Used camshafts vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
- State the engine code if known
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Fitment questions
Does a camshaft from a 2005 ML exist on all engine variants, or only some?
Every petrol and diesel engine in the Mercedes-Benz ML range uses camshafts, so the part does exist on this model across all variants. However, the exact camshaft specification — number of camshafts, profile, and timing arrangement — differs significantly between engine codes, so the engine code is the critical detail rather than the year or fuel type alone. Always supply your engine code (found on your V5 or via a VIN check) when requesting quotes from a breaker.
Will a camshaft from a W163 ML (1998–2005) fit a W164 ML (2005–2011)?
The W163 and W164 are entirely different generations with different engine families, so camshafts from a W163 will not cross over to a W164 even if the displacement and fuel type appear similar. The W164 generation ran from 2005 to 2011 and the W163 from 1998 to 2005, and the two share no common engine architecture for fitment purposes. Always match the camshaft to your specific engine code, not just the year.
Does it matter which trim level my ML is — for example, SE, Sport, or AMG Line — when buying a used camshaft?
Trim level makes no difference whatsoever to camshaft fitment on the ML — SE, Sport, and AMG Line are cosmetic and equipment packages that do not alter the engine internals. What matters entirely is the engine code, fuel type, and whether your ML is a petrol or diesel variant, all of which are independent of trim. Focus your search on the engine code and let the breaker match from there.
I have a W164 ML facelift (2008 onwards) — can I use a camshaft from a pre-facelift W164?
The W164 received a facelift in 2008, but for the majority of engine codes the camshaft specification did not change at that point. That said, whether a specific camshaft from a pre-facelift W164 (2005–2008) correctly interchanges with a facelift example (2008–2011) is something you should confirm with the breaker against your exact registration and engine code, as ancillary or specification changes mid-production can affect compatibility.
Does engine code matter more than the year when buying a used ML camshaft?
Yes — engine code is the single most important detail for camshaft fitment on the ML, outranking the model year or badge. Two MLs from the same year can have completely different camshafts if they carry different engine codes, for example a 3.0-litre diesel versus a 5.0-litre petrol. Locate your engine code on the V5 or via a VIN check and give it directly to the breaker for an accurate match.
Will a camshaft from a W166 ML (2011–2015) fit my older W164?
The W166 replaced the W164 from 2011 and uses a different generation of Mercedes engines, meaning camshafts from a W166 will not be compatible with a W164. These are separate platforms with distinct engine families, and the camshafts are not interchangeable even where displacement figures look similar on paper. Stick to matching the engine code within the correct generation and confirm with your breaker before purchasing.