Used Mercedes-Benz ML Transfer Box
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Choosing the right used Mercedes-Benz ML transfer box
Used transfer boxs 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 manual or automatic
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Fitment questions
Does the Mercedes-Benz ML have a transfer box?
Yes, all generations of the Mercedes-Benz ML were built with four-wheel drive as standard, so every ML carries a transfer box as part of its drivetrain. The transfer box sits between the gearbox and the front and rear propshafts, splitting drive to all four wheels. If you're searching for a used unit, you're looking in the right place.
Will a transfer box from a W163 ML (1997–2005) fit a W164 ML (2005–2011)?
No, the W163 and W164 are entirely different generations with different gearboxes, engine mountings, and drivetrain architecture, so the transfer boxes are not interchangeable. The W164 generation ran from 2005 to 2011 and used a significantly updated four-wheel-drive system compared to the earlier W163 (1997–2005). Always source a transfer box from the correct generation and confirm compatibility with the breaker against your exact registration.
Does the transfer box differ between a W164 ML280, ML320, ML350, and ML500 — does trim or engine affect which unit I need?
Engine code is the critical factor here, not the trim badge — the ML280 CDI, ML320 CDI, and ML350 petrol can use different transfer box variants tied to their gearbox type and engine output. Confirm your exact engine code (found on your V5 or via a VIN check) before ordering, as the unit paired to a diesel automatic may differ from the one used with a larger petrol. Run your details past the breaker to make sure you're matched to the right unit for your drivetrain.
Will a transfer box from a pre-facelift W164 (2005–2008) fit a post-facelift W164 (2008–2011)?
The W164 received a facelift in 2008, and while the core drivetrain architecture remained the same across the generation, ancillary and mounting changes can occur mid-production without being publicly documented. In principle the same generation should be your starting point, but you should confirm with the breaker against your registration whether a pre- or post-facelift unit is a direct swap for your specific vehicle. Supplying your engine code and full registration gives the breaker the best chance of matching you correctly.
Does the trim level affect which transfer box I need — for example, does an ML Sport need a different unit than a standard ML or an ML AMG?
Trim level — whether Sport, Special Edition, or any other cosmetic grade — does not affect the transfer box fitted; these trims share the same drivetrain components as the equivalent standard model. The AMG variants are a different matter, as they use different engines and gearboxes, so an ML63 AMG transfer box is not the same as a non-AMG unit. Focus on the engine code and gearbox type rather than the trim name when sourcing your part.
Does the transfer box need coding or programming after fitting to a W164 or W166 ML?
The W166 is the third-generation ML, running from 2011 to 2015, and along with the later W164 it features electronic four-wheel-drive management systems that may involve communication between the transfer box and the vehicle's ECUs. Whether your specific vehicle requires any electronic pairing or adaptation after a transfer box swap is something you must confirm with the breaker or a Mercedes specialist against your registration, as this varies and we cannot state it as fact. Getting this confirmed before purchase could save you unexpected workshop costs.