Mercedes diesel CDI (Black Death) leaking fuel injector – How to diagnose and fix on 3.0 V6 engine

Mercedes diesel CDI (Black Death) leaking fuel injector – How to diagnose and fix on 3.0 V6 engine

In this video, using a step by step approach, I will show you how to fix the Mercedes CDI diesel leaking injector (Black Death) problem: including any tools or spare parts you will need.

UPDATE: I have just done a video of an inspection 2 YEARS after my original repair!
*Interested to see how it is holding up??? CHECK IT OUT 👉 – https://youtu.be/7weS1vQ_1OI

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Recommended tools:

Injector seat cutting tool – I used a 17mm flat reamer (Note: some use an angled reamer for this but the flat one worked for me with lasting results). see update vid link above! 👆
UK link – https://amzn.to/338zKeb
USA link – https://amzn.to/3nC9xzE

Cutting compound / wax – I used this on the cutter when cutting the seat
UK link – Rocol RTD: https://amzn.to/2IZZXnU
USA link – BruteLube stick / wax: https://amzn.to/2IqNKc2

Slide Hammer / Injector removal tool – This is the exact kit that I use in the video. Shop around but the kit must have adaptor for the 14mm x 1.5mm male thread that is on the fuel injector
UK link – https://amzn.to/3nEjrkw
USA link – https://amzn.to/30cYjVC

Mini torque wrench – For this and many other car jobs, you need one that will go as low as 8Nm or 70 inch/lb
UK link – https://amzn.to/35SbJd5
USA link – https://amzn.to/3m62X0d

Seafoam for removing carbon deposits
UK link: https://amzn.to/3fiWNbc
USA link: https://amzn.to/3lWVvnX

High temp ceramic grease (Better than the copper grease I used @ 17:50 in the vid) – put on the outside of the fuel injectors before refitting for ease of removal next time!
UK link: https://amzn.to/3Ai7HHS
USA link: https://amzn.to/2Xsv82M

Parts are as follows:

Honda diesel fuel injector seals (copper washers) part number is 1647RBDE00
UK link: https://tidd.ly/2J2kDMD
USA: Not sure where to buy these in USA but you could try the Honda main car dealers

If you prefer to use the MB fuel injector seal, the part number is: A6110170060

Fuel Injector Bolt – Mercedes part no. A0009902907
UK link: https://tidd.ly/3nuK88h
USA: https://amzn.to/3nyy0TG

Engine featured in this video – Mercedes-Benz OM642 engine – 3.0L v6 turbo cdi

Timecodes:
0:00 – Intro
6:00 – How to use Seafoam to remove carbon build up
14:02 – How to remove a Stuck Fuel Injector using a Slide Hammer
15:20 – How to create a tool to clean out the injector bolt hole
16:25 – How to use a cutting tool to recut / clean up the injector seat
18:30 – Mercedes copper injector seal vs Honda 1647RBDE00 seal
19:25 – How to torque up the new fuel injector bolt

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Mercedes-Benz OM642 engine – 3.0L v6 turbo cdi engine
Fitted to the following vehicles (to the best of my knowledge):
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van (2006–Present)
Jeep Grand Cherokee WK/WH (2005-2010 (Europe) 1-20072-2008)
Jeep Commander XK/XH (2006-2010 (Europe)
Mercedes-Benz C320 CDI (2005–2009)
Mercedes-Benz E280 & E320 CDI/Bluetec (2007-2009) models 211.02 & 022
Mercedes-Benz C350 CDI (2009–2014)
Mercedes-Benz CLK320 CDI (2005-2010)
Mercedes-Benz E350 CDI/Bluetec (2010–Present) Models 212.024
Mercedes-Benz G350 CDI/Bluetec (2007–Present)
Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 CDI (2013–2015)
Mercedes-Benz R320/350 CDI/Bluetec (2007–Present) Models 251.122 & 125
Mercedes-Benz ML320/350 CDI/Bluetec (2007–Present) Models 164.122, 125 & 024
Mercedes-Benz GL320/350 CDI/Bluetec (2006–2012) Models 164.822, 825, & 824
Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 d (2016-present)
Mercedes-Benz S320/350 CDI/Bluetec (2005–Present) Models 221.183
Mercedes-Benz CLS320/350 CDI/Bluetec (2005–2018) Models 219.322; 218.326, 926, 394, 994, 323, 923, 393, 993
Chrysler 300C (2006-2011) (Europe and Australia only)
Mercedes-Benz Vito Van 120 cdi and Vito 204 Sports (2006–Present UK)
Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 D (2017–Present EU)

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DISCLAIMER
Please note that this video and its content is intended for information purposes only. Although every effort is made to ensure that all the information is correct, there is no guarantee that this is the case. This video should not be considered a substitute for seeking independent advice or the services of a professional. Any work that you carry out on your vehicle or vehicles in your care are at your own risk.

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Revive My Ride says:

UPDATE: I have just done a video showing an inspection 2 YEARS after my original repair!

*Interested to see how it is holding up??? CHECK IT OUT 🙂 https://youtu.be/7weS1vQ_1OI

Jake The snake says:

Did you have to re learn the ecu for the new injectors? Mercedes says that we have to and if we do would it be okay to drive it to them if they aren’t learned into the system?

sam Roe says:

Would that be a fuel pressure problem I have an engine light on, and that’s what the computer said

Денис денис says:

Молодец не чего лишнего все по теме

Tayyab Ir says:

Great Video and Very motivational.
My car was parked just because of this since last year ( i really loved this diesel)
After i watched your video i decided to fix everything and i did as i learned from you that take time and be patience with everything ordered all the parts and Tools needed or you recommended.
I just finished everything and i made sure everything is up to its standard as you explained.
Now car is not starting i try to start is couple of times to take the air out of fuel system.
Car doesn't start now , before it was running and battery is good as well.
Any recommendations??
What i look into next ?

333 333 says:

Why all this complication instead of going on 606 6 in line an engine jewel. Easy to repair

Peter Metaxas says:

Very well done mate and hello from Eastern Canada. One injector just started to leak on my 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK. I hear a poofing noise and smell the gases inside the passenger area. I bought the 6-bolt and 6-seal kit from IDParts $24.95 US and the ceramic grease. I'm going to use one of the old bolts for the thread cleaning tool. They will all get replaced. The Rocal cutting compound is an excellent product we use it at my shop for thread cutting, a little bit goes a long way. A bit toxic so use with care. Thanks again.

Ross Smith says:

What would cause a rattle on declaration?

Truth Seekers says:

My 2012 ML350 W166 got done at 87k and problem was already really bad, so 60k would be a good place to do the change of copper seals, which is what my mechanic also recommended.

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