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A used flywheel that fits one vehicle won't always fit another - even within the same model range. These questions help breakers match stock to your exact vehicle before they quote:
It depends on the gearbox: ML variants fitted with a manual gearbox have a conventional solid flywheel, while the vast majority of ML models sold in the UK came with an automatic gearbox and use a dual-mass flywheel (DMF) instead. Both are real parts on this vehicle, so you do need to be clear which you have before searching. Check your V5 or a VIN check to confirm your gearbox type, and search accordingly — 'dual-mass flywheel' if you have an automatic, 'flywheel' if you have a rare manual-gearbox variant.
These are separate generations with different engine families, so a flywheel from the W163 (1998–2005) will not reliably cross to the W164 (2005–2011). The engine code is the critical detail here, and even where an engine code appears in both generations the ancillary fitment can differ. Always confirm the exact engine code from your V5 or a VIN check and supply it to the breaker before purchasing.
The W164 received a facelift around 2008, and while many drivetrain components carried over, whether the flywheel itself is interchangeable across that boundary is something you should confirm with the breaker against your specific registration and engine code. The engine code (found on your V5 or via a VIN check) is the single most useful detail to supply, as the flywheel follows the engine specification rather than the model year alone. A good breaker will be able to check part numbers against both registrations to confirm compatibility.
No — trim level makes no difference to flywheel fitment on the ML. Sport, SE, and AMG Sport are trim designations that affect interior, cosmetic equipment, and suspension tuning, not the engine or gearbox assembly. The flywheel is determined entirely by engine code and gearbox type, so an ML350 Sport and an ML350 SE with the same engine code use the same flywheel. Just be aware the part you receive from a breaker may show wear marks or minor cosmetic differences, which is normal for a used part.
The most important detail is your engine code, which you can find on your V5 logbook or by running a VIN check — this matters far more than the year or badge. You should also confirm whether your car has a manual or automatic gearbox, as these use fundamentally different flywheel types (solid vs dual-mass). Providing your full registration alongside the engine code gives the breaker everything they need to cross-reference part numbers and confirm fitment before you buy.
Yes — the W166 (2011–2019) introduced updated engine families compared to the W163 and W164, so flywheels from earlier generations should not be assumed to cross over. The W166 also covers a long production run with multiple engine options, making the engine code essential for pinpointing the correct part. Supply your engine code and registration to the breaker, who can match by part number to ensure you get the right flywheel for your specific variant.