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Use an injector puller to extract the stuck injector.

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Every 10,000 km (Diesel) or 15,000 km (Petrol).

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The W638 utilizes a transverse engine layout with front-wheel drive, a departure from traditional Mercedes rear-wheel-drive configurations. Accurate mechanical data is critical for any internal engine repair. Engine Lineup Overview

Accurate electrical schematics to diagnose notoriously tricky W638 electrical issues.

Carbon buildup around the injectors caused by a failed copper crush washer. The workshop manual specifies cleaning the injector seat thoroughly and replacing the stretch bolt (

The automatic option requires strict fluid interval management to prevent torque converter shudder and premature clutch wear.

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