Replace valve stem seals - AR05.30-P-3500-02TI

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 33 other vehicles, including the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E63 S AMG, 2016 Mercedes-Benz E400, 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350, 2016 Mercedes-Benz E300, and 2016 Mercedes-Benz E250. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ENGINE 642

Fig 1: Identifying Pliers (606 589 00 37 00)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Fig 2: Identifying Drift (604 589 00 43 00)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Use pliers (1) to pull off valve stem seals (86)
Check surface of valve stems for roughness and formation of burrs (visual inspection or with a nail).
Replace valves if the stem surface is rough, or if there is ridging.
Fit protective sleeve (2) onto valve stem.
Oil valve stem seals (86).
Press on the valve stem seals (86) with a drift (3).
Shown on engine 112

Fig 3: Pressing Valve Stem Seals
Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA