Mercedes C350 Cam Plug Replacement DIY (2004-2011 Mercedes M272 V6, W203 C350, C280, W211 E350)

►If you have a Mercedes M272 or M273 engine and you've noticed a strong odor of burning oil while driving or after coming to a stop, there's a strong chance that the cam plugs on the back of your engine have failed. When the seals on these plugs fail, they drip oil onto the hot exhaust, causing a strong burning oil smell. The issue is common with all M272 and M273 vehicles, like the E350, C350, C280, and GLK350. Luckily, replacing your Mercedes camshaft plugs is a relatively simple fix and a great DIY project for any mildly experienced wrench.
In this video, FCP Euro Mercedes Expert Danny Kruger shows you how to check for cam plug leaks and walks you through cam plug replacement on an M272 engine in a W203 C350.
00:00 - Intro & Tools Needed
00:40 - Mercedes-Benz W203 Hood Service Position
01:01 - Mercedes-Benz W203 Engine Cover & Air Box Removal
01:56 - Mercedes-Benz W203 Cam Plug Replacement
06:35 - Mercedes-Benz W203 Air Box & Engine Cover Install
08:25 - Wrap-up
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This video applies to the following vehicles:
Mercedes-Benz SLK350
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
Mercedes-Benz E350
2006 Mercedes-Benz E350
2007 Mercedes-Benz E350
2008 Mercedes-Benz E350
2009 Mercedes-Benz E350
2010 Mercedes-Benz E350
2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
Mercedes-Benz C230
2006 Mercedes-Benz C230
2007 Mercedes-Benz C230
Mercedes-Benz C280
2006 Mercedes-Benz C280
2007 Mercedes-Benz C280
Mercedes-Benz C350
2006 Mercedes-Benz C350
2007 Mercedes-Benz C350
2008 Mercedes-Benz C350
2009 Mercedes-Benz C350
2010 Mercedes-Benz C350
2011 Mercedes-Benz C350
Mercedes-Benz CLK350
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
Mercedes-Benz R350
2006 Mercedes-Benz R350
2007 Mercedes-Benz R350
2008 Mercedes-Benz R350
2009 Mercedes-Benz R350
2010 Mercedes-Benz R350
2011 Mercedes-Benz R350
Mercedes-Benz SLK280
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK280
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK280
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280
Mercedes-Benz S550
2007 Mercedes-Benz S550
2008 Mercedes-Benz S550
2009 Mercedes-Benz S550
2010 Mercedes-Benz S550
2011 Mercedes-Benz S550
Mercedes-Benz SL550
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL550
2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550
2012 Mercedes-Benz SL550
Mercedes-Benz CLK550
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK550
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK550
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK550
Mercedes-Benz E550
2007 Mercedes-Benz E550
2008 Mercedes-Benz E550
2009 Mercedes-Benz E550
2010 Mercedes-Benz E550
2011 Mercedes-Benz E550
Mercedes-Benz CL550
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL550
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL550
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL550
2010 Mercedes-Benz CL550
Mercedes-Benz C300
2008 Mercedes-Benz C300
2009 Mercedes-Benz C300
2010 Mercedes-Benz C300
2011 Mercedes-Benz C300
Mercedes-Benz SLK300
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK300
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK300
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK300
Mercedes-Benz S400
2010 Mercedes-Benz S400
2011 Mercedes-Benz S400
2012 Mercedes-Benz S400
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[@bellaandjax96]

I learn my lesson by not doing the proper research and used the old ones after replacing valve covers, I also put gasket maker on the cam plugs 😂, I appreciate this video very much

[@codyturner9402]

Thank you guys!!! I just got mine in December this helped me a ton!

[@fcpeuro]

Glad it helped!

[@hillmangt1]

Surely it’s best practice to clean the area before removal to prevent dirt getting in. Can’t believe you never cleaned the recess before fitting either.

[@shark70007000]

I just did my oil separator a couple of days ago. I was going to do the cam plaugs, but they actually didn't seem to be leaking. I only got the set of parts because I expected it would need it. I just bought another one like my wifes car. So I know everything I have to fix on it already. I do know my wife's car needs those replaced.
The car you have there doesn't have the metal clip on the back of the air intake to the mass air flow sensor. Is that just an optional part? I ordered the one for my wife's car. Mine and the one you showed in the video don't have it either.

[@user-xi8lf2oi6j]

Helps Desperately Needed….I Changed My Cam Plug On My C300…Once The Engine Builds Temperature The Pressure Pushes The Cam Plug Out Causing A Leak.What Should I Do?…Do They Make A Sealant Or Something I Can Put On It To Stop The Leak?