Mercedes-Benz C250 Valve Cover Gasket Replacement DIY (2012-2015 Mercedes W204 C250, R172 SLK250)

[@stuntjay20]

Dealer quoted me $957 to replace the valve cover and gaskets on my 13’ C250 Sport. Took me 2 hours and $100 in a replacement kit using your video. Thanks!

[@fcpeuro]

Nice work!!!

[@reynoldslv9571]

Yep! I got quoted $1167 and I bought the part myself for $130 and did it in about 2 hours as well. Super easy job.

[@nando281000]

Thank you Mike! You are a natural born teacher! Your direct instruction in auto repair is appreciated! And your know how to do what you are instructing us to do is very experienced. . Thanks for all your content.

[@Sympatiko85]

yeah... please more c250 content thank you !!!

[@MrPer400]

The best video I have ever seen, how to fix your car yourself 👍

[@terryreynolds9122]

Enjoyed watching this, great job describing tools, techniques, and materials. The video and audio was clear and concise.

[@jmartinez4188]

Great video. I followed your instructions and replaced the valve cover gasket without any problems. Needles to say, I saved lots of money! Thank you, and keep up the good work. - Jose

[@Jermainebryan876]

Great video, I followed your instructions and it went like a charm.

[@The_HouStoner]

what would you say was the most difficult part? I am about to take on this project myself.

[@skinsta1]

Hi mate Looking to do this tomorrow did you disconnect the battery Cheers

[@stanley83hsgl]

Se tan fácil hacer lo, pero al tratar lo es otra cosa diferente 😮 muy buen trabajo amigo

[@skinsta1]

Great video do I need to disconnect the battery for this job Thanks 👍

[@samirmehmeti5274]

Great video! This content is priceless, thank you very much! I noticed in my engine that 1 of the 12 E10 bolts is longer (3.5cm vs 3cm thread), does anyone knows where is the location of this one?

[@1964syndrome]

tank you for the instructions👍, great job.

[@philipdeg1594]

Very professional job done. Thanks for this video. Tell me. Do I Have to disconnect my battery to this job?

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Philip, it is not mandatory to disconnect the battery for this DIY, but it certainly does not hurt to do so!

[@philipdeg1594]

@@fcpeuro Thanks a lot.

[@mosabhor1528]

I can't find a video on KZbin for valve stem seal replacement. I have a mb c250 2015 any tips or any video for that model please i really like this video and I hope you have one for the valve seal

[@tbh1444]

I know you sell Land Rover parts too. It might be a small audience, but there are ZERO maintenance videos for LR4s (or anything else) with the SCV6 (the AJ126 engine). I'd love to see videos on coolant crossover pipe replacement, water pump and accessory belt work, valve cover gaskets, supercharger service... the content is endless because Land Rover.

[@jamesk3565]

I'm hoping to see some disco sport content for my vehicle

[@jamdc2000]

"The content is endless..." hahaha

[@jameswan670]

Because he has another Land at the garage for replacement. No need to repair this brand car

[@charlesokumu1787]

Great! Any changes in the car performance after replacement

[@timb7775]

Performance gain= No more oil leak.

[@urbanspct7508]

Since this video is so old, this is a long shot but ill try anyway. Does anyone know what the "vent pipe that goes across the valve cover" is called? 4:25

[@gustavoenoc1959]

Great!! My mechanic screw-up several screws. Could u tell me how many are a complete set ( long and kind) Thank you so much!

[@usvigenx]

what if i had the valve cover gasket replaced and my 2014 c250 is still leaking dots of oil daily

[@johngomez6645]

can you make a video of replacing a starter for a Mercedes c250 please!!

[@rafaelacosta8659]

Great video thanks

[@Papa_Smurf_711]

Hey Mike! I was wondering if you had any videos of you doing a head gasket job on the W204 C250 Mercedes. I have a friend that just went to a Mercedes dealership today and they are trying to charge her $5000 to repair it. The only thing is the car isn’t showing any signs of a faulty head gasket. It look more like the valve cover gasket that may be faulty. Now I can replace the valve cover gasket no problem but I just want to see the process of the head gasket replacement to see if I can do it or not. I don’t want to bite off more than I can chew lol.

[@fcpeuro]

Hey there! Currently we do not have a video for that job. I would recommend doing some more diagnosis to determine if the head is actually bad or not. The obvious signs are overheating. You can pressure test the cooling system, test the coolant for combustion gasses ect ect.

[@Papa_Smurf_711]

@@fcpeuro ok cool. Her car isn’t over heating or anything but my uncle is a retired master mechanic. I’ll ask him if he can help me do the pressure test on her car. Thank you for responding to me. I really appreciate that. Have a wonderful rest of your day and enjoy your weekend. 😊

[@josetineo9898]

Hi my friend I have a question I have to disconnect battery before I do this job ( thank you And I hope you answer my

[@sherwoodkidd]

Best video ❤

[@josephriba1597]

Does anyone know if the process is the same for the diesel C250 CDI?

[@LoveDocta]

Great job.. Thanks

[@macflo156]

Before you made the repairs did the thermostat get hot like it will act up going up and down

[@fcpeuro]

The thermostat was fine on this vehicle and was not acting up.

[@LoveDocta]

Great.. Did twice.. Cylinder 1 continues to leak any suggestions.. Thanks

[@josemartinez575]

Probably the valve gasket it’s not sitting correctly.

[@waditarawneh1535]

Great video!! Can i know what’s the brand of the torx bit socket you used in the video. Thank you.

[@fcpeuro]

Appreciate that, Wadi! Those bits along with the main group of tools we use are all Gearwrench units which you can find on our site!

[@LoveDocta]

How do you or is it necessary To clean oiled spark plugs & Coil pack out of cyclyder head sockets... 1& 3 have oil in shaft???

[@steveb9487]

I used small pieces of paper towel (MANY of them) rolled up and pushed them down one at a time to soak it up. I saw another video where they said they used brake fluid cleaner and blew it all out (I assume they covered the hole with towels when they did it or you would have oil blown everywhere!).

[@seahawkgreenblue6085]

Great video. Do you need to do oil change after doing this?

[@fcpeuro]

Hey Seahawkgreenblue6085, it's not necessary to do so, but it's not a bad "while you're in there."

[@dorianness2280]

Dealer quoted me $1200, tool me less than an hour and the part cost $25

[@CeezTheBeast24]

They rob people

[@timb7775]

Hello, I have the M 272. Im looking on FCP for my vehicle and under Valve Cover Gasket it shows Anaerobic Gasket Maker and then a small round 27214110780 Cover Gasket and then under Valve Cover Gasket Kit it just has Permatex 51813 Gasket Maker. Now im confused.

[@fcpeuro]

Hey there timb7775! The M272 and M273 engine family use a valve cover design that incorporates the upper portion of their cam bearings. As a result, these engines use solely the anaerobic sealant you see to affix the valve cover to the cylinder head rather than a typical rubber gasket. The perk to this is that the valve covers almost never are the source of an oil leak on these engines; the crux is that removing and reinstalling the valve cover for something else can be a tedious job. The part number you included is the seal between the throttle body and the plastic air intake boot located near your firewall at the rear of the engine. If you're already in there and are trying to reseal things, the sealant will be what you're looking for to seal the valve covers. If you're attempting to seal up the leak, take a look at our "Common M272/273 Oil Leaks" video! That one may point you in the right direction. Happy Wrenching!

[@BC2FITTY]

What brand would u personally recommend for the valve cover gasket ? Original Mercedes Elring Or Victor Reinz

[@timb7775]

Whichever is the least expensive.

[@CILVIAPRONTO]

Any thoughts on why a w205 will not turn over aft performing this?

[@austinstootoxic8510]

You ever figure it out? I’m curious

[@LoveDocta]

That was excellent.. This has been done 5 times.. Why does this keep happening.. Always the rear 2.. You can't use any sealants.. Frustrating

[@fen9086]

can you please do a valve cover gasket replacement on an N63 engine F10 bmw 550i 2011-2016 - thanks!

[@fcpeuro]

We will at it to our queue!

[@fen9086]

@@fcpeuro thank youuu, let me know whenever it’s posted so I can order!

[@JonathanGonzalez-gh3xr]

Does anyone know where I could order the hardware securing the ignition coils ? The set of 8 ?

[@fcpeuro]

Hey Johnathan! Try Mercedes part number N910142006008

[@CARLOSTUBETV]

Hey man I know you are probably busy, but is there anyway I can send you a picture of we’re my car is leaking the oil ? Idk if it’s this. I’d appreciate it a lot

[@fcpeuro]

Hey Kid, feel free to reach us at [e-mail] with an image and vehicle info so we can check it out!

[@jesusg7249]

how long do i have to wait to drive car after performing this repair?

[@fcpeuro]

You can drive it as soon as you have it back together!

[@betherealdeal]

How much at the dealer? $3K? Lol

[@alfonsofabregas8112]

Excellent job thx