Mercedes-Benz OM470LA

Mercedes-Benz OM471LA

Repair manual

Service & Parts

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Table of contents
Introduction
General Information................................................................................................................................. 4
General repair instructions..................................................................................................................... 8
Torque settings........................................................................................................................................ 21

CCN explanation
CCN (CLAAS Component Number)........................................................................................................ 33

CCN (CLAAS Component Number)

Safety
General Information................................................................................................................................. 37

01 Engine
0102 Complete component..................................................................................................................... 49
0105 Engine suspension......................................................................................................................... 75
0110 Engine housing............................................................................................................................... 78
0115 Engine unit...................................................................................................................................... 119
0120 Cylinder head / Valves / Idler gear................................................................................................ 170
0125 Injection - / Fuel system................................................................................................................. 265
0130 Lubricating oil system.................................................................................................................... 333
0135 Cooling system............................................................................................................................... 355
0140 Exhaust system.............................................................................................................................. 366
0145 Air intake......................................................................................................................................... 432
0150 Engine attachment parts................................................................................................................ 451
0155 Engine control................................................................................................................................. 475
0165 Exhaust gas aftertreatment........................................................................................................... 478

Index.................................................................................................................................... 493

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Introduction
General Information
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Validity of manual
This manual applies to the Mercedes-Benz diesel
engines below:

Engine Type design Engine no.

OM 470 LA 470.907 470.907-C-xxxxxx
OM 471 LA 471.919 471.919-C-xxxxxx
OM 473 LA 473.905 473.905-C-xxxxxx

123139-005
Handling the manual
This repair manual should help you to maintain
ongoing operational capacity. The high value of the
harvesting machine is ensured through careful
maintenance and technical monitoring by customer
service.
This repair manual is a compilation of our service
technicians' and shop-floor experience.
The picture sequence demonstrates the steps in a
repair procedure. The text provides you with the
information required for making adjustments, using
special tools and further similar information.
Essential repairs are listed in such a way that even
individual and small repairs can be easily found and
followed.
Supplements are added to reflect the ongoing
technical development of the machines and the
manual is thereby continuously being updated as a
reference book.
As a precaution, always compare the setting values
and fill quantities with the most recent operator's
manual and the technical systems documents for the
respective machine.

Texts and figures

Pictures and graphics apply to all models covered by
this manual. Differences are highlighted by captions
below the figures.
In general, texts are short and apply to all models
covered by this manual. Differences are highlighted by
intermediate headings.
Different text categories can be easily identified by the
formatting. The following different formattings are
distinguished:

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Formatting Meaning Description

Description Descriptive text Further information on the subject.
– Procedure Process Operations which must be carried out one after the
instructions other.
Result Result Result of the processes carried out.

References can be easily identified by corresponding

symbols. The following symbols are distinguished:

Symbol Meaning Description

See index The symbol indicates that further information on
this subject is available in other sections of this
manual.
See the index of the The symbol indicates that further information on
Operator's Manual in this subject is available in the Operator's Manual of
question the machine or of the implement in question.

Document structure based on the assembly

structure
The chapters of the present manual are subdivided
into assemblies as far as contents permit. The
structure of these assemblies is the same in all
chapters.
Different product groups have different assembly
structures. CLAAS makes every effort to keep this
assembly structures identical in any document.

Search and find

Due to the constantly recurring assembly structure,
the subject in question can be quickly found using the
table of contents or the header of this manual.
In addition, the index provided in this manual is a
useful tool for locating a subject. The index can be
found on the last pages of this manual.

Directions
Front, rear, right and left refer to the direction of
forward travel. If necessary, a direction arrow is used
for indicating the direction of travel in figures.

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Abbreviations

Abbreviation Description
bar bar (unit for pressure)
approx. approximately
cm Centimetre
DIN German Standardization Institute
EC European Community
EN European Standard
GPS Satellite navigation system
h Hours
Ident no. Identification number of machine
ISO International Standardization Organisation
kg Kilogram
kPa Kilopascal
km Kilometre
km/h Kilometres per hour
m Metre
mm Millimetre
Nm Newtonmetre
psi pound per square inch
StVZO German Regulations Authorizing the Use of Vehicles for Road Traffic
e.g. for instance
% percent
°C degrees Celsius (unit for temperature)

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Technical terms

Technical term Description

recycle Re-use of used, defective or no longer required products
Season Recurring periods of a year
Ignition TDC Ignition top dead centre (diesel engine piston position)
Overlap TDC Valve overlap top dead centre (diesel engine piston position)
BDC Bottom dead centre (diesel engine piston position)

Your CLAAS Service Department

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General repair instructions

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Technical specifications
Technical specifications, dimensions and weights are
non-binding. Changes reflecting the technical
development and errors reserved.

123192-004
Information on technically correct repairs
► Ensure cleanliness of installation surroundings
and of components in order to avoid damage due
to soiling.
► Mark rotating machine components before
removing or dismounting them in order to ensure
well-balanced component seating on the correct
side after refitting.
► The slots of expansion pins must always point to
the loaded side.
When they are installed with a 90° twist, they
come loose, fall out or shear off.
► Replace cotter pins, locking wires, sheet retention
devices, lock washers and spring washers in the
repair process.
► Align sprockets and V-belt pulleys with one
another.
► Observe the information in the hydraulic system
chapter when working on the hydraulic system.
► Do not mix different oil grades.

123164-004
Self-locking bolts
Self-locking bolts must not come in contact with
sealing compound.
► Tighten self-locking bolt speedily up to the
specified torque.
► The full hardening time can be reduced by
heating-up, e.g. to 15 minutes at + 70 °C.
► The full load capacity is achieved after
24 hours at + 20 °C.
► When unscrewing self-locking bolts, unscrew
them quickly.

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Liquid locking compound
► Use liquid locking compound (glue) only at the
spots described in the Repair Manual.
► The surfaces to be joined must be absolutely
clean and free of grease.
► A suitable cleaner and an activator possibly
delivered along with the glue can be used for
cleaning.
► No cleaner residues may remain on the surfaces
to be joined.
This applies in particular to tapped holes with a
bottom.
► Let the surfaces dry well before applying the
1 glue.
151599-001
► Apply the glue only in the areas shown in the
figure if possible.
When applying the glue at an unfavourable spot
or when applying too much glue, the joint may
tear off when loosening.
► Observe the glue producer's instructions for use
and application!
A joint secured by liquid locking compound can be
loosened by heating up to approx. 200 °C.

120771-004
Steel roller chains
Tensioning
Checking the tension of steel roller chains:
A ► Apply a small load to the tight span.
► Push down the slack span in the middle between
the sprockets with your thumb.
You should be able to push down the slack span
around 2 % of the spacing between the axles.
Example:
Axle spacing (A) = 500 mm
x Pushing distance (x) of slack span = approx. 10 mm

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Chain connector
► The closed side of chain connector (1) must point
in running direction (L)!
1

3
123668-001

120801-006
Taper ring fasteners
Dismounting
► Slacken off tapered ring (1) with a blow.
2 1 ► Use an auxiliary tool (2) if required.

4
154769-001

Installing

13975-003
2
NOTICE! Sticking together at the taper ring fasteners.
The joint cannot be loosened or comes off only with
difficulty.
4 4 ► Do not install parts with tough grease.
3 ► Clean the shaft (1), hub (2), parallel key (3) and
taper ring (4) thoroughly and coat them with
1 grease as specified in the Operator's Manual.
► Tighten to the specified torque.
► In case of several taper ring fasteners fitted
behind one another, tighten those
5 separately.
154486-001
► Use an auxiliary tool (5) if required.

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4 5

3
6
154768-001

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Gib head key joints
Dismounting
► Slacken off gib head key (1) with a blow if
possible.
2 ► Use an auxiliary tool (2) if required.

7
154811-001

► Drive out the gib head key (2) with a key

drawer (1).
► Ensure that the key drawer is used as shown
in the figure.

2
8
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Installation
The gib head key (1) comes in raw condition as a
spare part and must be machined to suit the
application by milling or grinding.

► Grind the gib head key (1) to suit the application

at surface (2).
► Surface (3) must not be machined.
1 3 ► Clean shaft, hub and keyway to be free of grease,
paint and rust prior to assembly.
85675-003

NOTICE! Excessive force employed when installing

the gib head key. Damage to the gib head key joint.
The gib head key cannot be removed any more.
► Drive in the gib head key carefully with a suitable
2 and not too heavy hammer.
10 ► Ensure that the gib head key is driven in only so
154492-001 far that it can still be removed without problems,
using a key extractor.

123167-003
Lock collar bearing
Dismounting
► Slacken off set screw (1).
► Drive off eccentric ring (2) against the shaft's
1 sense of rotation.
► Remove bearing.

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Installing
► Tighten lock collar bearing (1) on the shaft by
1 twisting eccentric ring (2) over the bearing inner
race (3).
4
► Arrest the eccentric ring with moderate force
in the sense of rotation of the shaft.
► To make dismounting easier, the inner ring
3 and the shaft can be coated with grease as
specified in the Operator's Manual.
► Tighten set screw (4).
2

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Adapter sleeve bearings
Dismounting
► Loosen the tab of sleeve nut (3).
1 3
► Slacken off sleeve nut by some turns only.
► Ensure that the thread is still completely
engaged.
2 ► Slacken off expansion pin (2) with a firm blow.
► Pull off adapter sleeve bearing (1) completely.

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Installation
► Clean expansion pin (2) and shaft and check easy
1 3 movement of the sleeve nut (3).
► Install adapter sleeve bearing (1) according to the
conical inside ring (2).
► Tighten the sleeve nut with the suitable special
2 tool and to the prescribed torque.
► Continue tightening the sleeve nut to the specified
degrees.
► Tighten sleeve nut until the nearest tab can be
applied.
► Secure sleeve nut with the tab.

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Chuck bushing

275616-001 15

Possible versions of chuck bushings:

► Version (1): two-piece chuck bushing
► Version (2): four-piece chuck bushing

Dismounting

275615-001 16

► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Screw in bolts (1), or longer bolts if required at (2).
► Screw in bolts until the chuck bushing comes
loose.
► Apply a little oil to bushing if necessary.
► Remove the chuck bushing if required.

Installation
The installation method of the two chuck bushings
differs.
► To ensure correct function of the chuck bushing,
follow the installation method of the chuck
bushing in question precisely.

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Chuck bushing version (1)

► Clean the chuck bushing and the shaft thoroughly.
► Insert chuck bushing.
► Ensure that slots (1) are installed with the
largest angular offset possible.
► Tighten bolts (2) evenly crosswise in three steps.
► Observe the specified torques of the
respective steps.

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Chuck bushing version (2)

► Clean the chuck bushing and the shaft thoroughly.
► Insert chuck bushing.
► Ensure that slots (1) are installed without
angular offset.
► Tighten bolts (2) evenly crosswise in three steps.
► Observe the specified torques of the
respective steps.

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Circlips
144718-002

NOTICE
Overspreading the circlip.
Plastic material deformation.
No safe fixing of component.
► Spread circlip only as far as needed for
installation and dismounting.
► Do not use any circlip already overspread before.

► Insert circlips as shown in the figures.

► Ensure that chamfer (1) does not make
contact with the component to be secured.
1 ► If required, make circlip engage with a slight
blow.

19
Circlip DIN 471 155144-001

20
Circlip DIN 472 155145-001

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Ferrule fittings
Screwing in
► Cut off the corresponding tube at right angles.
3 ► Do not use a pipe cutter.
2 In case of pipe bends, the straight pipe end up to
where the bending radius starts must be at least
twice the height of the union nut.
► Slightly deburr the pipe end on the inside and
outside.
► Do not chamfer the pipe end.
► Clean the pipe end.
► Push the union nut (1) and the ferrule (2) on the
1 pipe.
21 ► Push the pipe against the stop in the connector
Ferrule without seal 154515-001 (3) and tighten the union nut until the ferrule
seizes the pipe.
4 This pressure point can be felt because increased
3 power is needed from here.
2 The pipe must be fixed securely during assembly
and must not rotate.
► Tighten the union nut by half a rotation beyond
the first pressure point.
► Check the incision at the cutting edge.
A visible collar must fill the space ahead of the
ferrule face end.
The ferrule may rotate, but axial displacement
1
must not be possible.
22 ► Insert the pre-assembled pipe into the well-oiled
Ferrule with seal 154516-001 threaded joint.
► Screw on the union nut until the power needed to
do this clearly increases.
► After that, continue to screw the union nut on for
half a turn beyond that point.
► Observe the tightening torques. Page
24

Non-tight ferrule connection

► If a connection leaks, loosen the union nut until
some oil escapes.
► Then tighten according to instructions.
► Replace the seal (4) if required.

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Sealing cone fittings
► Apply seal (1) on the sealing cone (2).
2 3 ► Tighten the union nut (3) a third of a turn beyond
the point where resistance is felt.
► Observe the tightening torques! Page
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120856-008
Hydraulic hoses
124582-004

CAUTION
Hydraulic hoses may become leaky due to damage
and ageing. This may make machine parts drop
unintendedly and injure persons.

► Have damaged hydraulic hoses replaced

immediately by a qualified specialist workshop.
► Have hydraulic hoses replaced by a qualified
specialist workshop 6 years after production at the
latest.

To facilitate identifying of hydraulic hoses, each hose

has the CLAAS part number printed on it.

► Check hydraulic lines prior to putting into

operation for the first time and then at least once
XXX / 250 bar/ 13/07 a year.
► Replace the hydraulic hoses when damage or
1 ageing appears.
XXX / 250 bar / 13/07 The date of manufacture can be identified on the hose
fitting (1).
2 3
(2) = Year (e.g. 12 = 2012)
1
(3) = Month (e.g. 07 = July)
XXX / 250 bar / 13/07

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Laying of hoses

13989-003

NOTICE! Hoses laid in a straight line get shorter as

the hydraulic pressure is built up. Valves may be torn
off.
► Always install hoses with a slight slack.
► Install hoses so that no tension or compression
loads will occur in any operating conditions.
► Check: When moving the hose to either side
at the centre between two fixing/joining
elements (e.g. clamps), the entire play of the
hose is to be 1 cm min.
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5727-002

► Do not install a hose with a twist.

► In particular not if the hose is subject to
movement.

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5728-002

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5729-002

► Avoid external mechanical impacts on hoses.

► Avoid chafing of hoses on one another or on
components by useful arrangement and
fastening.
► Keep an adequate distance from
components.
► Cover up sharp-edged components
permanently.
► When high outside temperatures are involved,
install hoses at a sufficient distance from
components radiating heat.
► If necessary, protect hose by a protective
28
5726-002 guard.

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5730-002

157962-002
Treatment of sealing faces
Close all oil, coolant and fuel bores thoroughly prior to
treating the sealing faces.
Ensure that when treating sealing faces of
components containing oil, coolant and fuel, no
abrasives are used. Loose particles cause pollution
and damage.
Ensure that no seal residues, rust, lime and
combustion residues end up in open components
(gearbox halves).
Remove sealing residues, rust, lime and combustion
residues only using scraping tools or cleaning agents.

123155-004
Spare parts
11210-003

WARNING
Use of unauthorised spare parts.
Death or serious injury.
► Spare parts must at least comply with the
technical standards required by the manufacturer
of the implement!
► We recommend using genuine CLAAS spare
parts.

► Please quote the machine identification number

when ordering spare parts or making technical
enquiries.
CLAAS will assume no liability whatsoever for
damage incurred as a result of the use of non-genuine
CLAAS parts, accessories, and ancillary equipment.

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Torque settings
123194-004
Tightening torques for metric standard threads
The tightening torques specified below apply only
when:
– in connection with thread lubricant a coefficient of
friction of µ tot = 0.14 is reached.
To achieve this, surface protection such as A3C
+L, Dacromet or Termosil is recommended.
– no other tightening torque is specified in the
specifications.
– no additional screw retention is used, such as
MK-type bolts or liquid locking compound.

Tightening torque in Nm at a friction coefficient

Bolts and nuts μ tot = 0.14

Strength class 8.8 10.9 12.9

Dimensions
M4 2.9 4.3 5
M5 5.8 8.5 10
M6 10 14.5 17
M8 24.5 36 42
M 10 48.5 71 83.5
Hex. bolts
M 12 83.5 123 144
ISO 4014 to ISO 4018
M 14 133 196 229
M 16 207 304 355
Cheese-head screws
M 18 296 422 494
ISO 4762
M 20 417 594 695
M 22 570 813 951
Hex. nuts
M 24 718 1022 1196
ISO 4032
M 27 1058 1506 1763
M 30 1437 2046 2395
M 33 1944 2770 3240
M 36 2500 3561 4167
M 39 3237 4610 5394

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Tightening torque for metric fine threads
The tightening torques specified below apply only
when:
– in connection with thread lubricant a coefficient of
friction of µ tot = 0.14 is reached.
To achieve this, surface protection such as A3C
+L, Dacromet or Termosil is recommended.
– no other tightening torque is specified in the
specifications.
– no additional screw retention is used, such as
MK-type bolts or liquid locking compound.

Tightening torque in Nm at a friction coefficient

Bolts and nuts μ tot = 0.14

Strength class 8.8 10.9 12.9

Dimensions
M8x1 26 38.5 45
M 10 x 1 54 79 92.5
M 10 x 1.25 51 74.5 88
M 12 x 1.25 90.5 134 156
M 12 x 1.5 87 128 150
M 14 x 1.5 143 210 246
M 16 x 1.5 219 323 378
Hex. bolts
M 18 x 1.5 331 470 551
ISO 8765, ISO 8676
M 18 x 2 313 446 522
M 20 x 1.5 459 655 766
Hex. nuts
M 22 x 1.5 622 886 1037
ISO 4032
M 24 x 1.5 809 1152 1348
M 24 x 2 778 1108 1297
M 27 x 1.5 1173 1672 1956
M 27 x 2 1135 1617 1892
M 30 x 2 1580 2251 2634
M 33 x 2 2116 3015 3528
M 36 x 2 2773 3951 4623
M 39 x 2 3557 5067 5930

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123198-002
Tightening torques for hydraulic screw fittings and air conditioner screw fittings with sealing
cone and O-ring according to DIN 3865

Outside pipe diameter Tightening torque Tightening torque

in mm (light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
6 10 15
8 15 25
10 25 35
12 35 50
15 50 -
16 - 80
18 80 -
20 - 110
22 110 -
25 - 160
28 160 -
30 - 210
35 210 -
38 - 320
42 320 -

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123197-002
Tightening torques for hydraulic screw fittings with ferrule according to DIN 3861

Outside pipe diameter Tightening torque Tightening torque

in mm (light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
6 15 25
8 25 35
10 35 50
12 50 80
15 80 -
16 - 110
18 110 -
20 - 160
22 160 -
25 - 210
28 210 -
30 - 320
35 320 -
38 - 400
42 400 -

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123200-004
Tightening torques for SDS hydraulic male connectors
Shape B with sealing edge (cutting edge)
Shape E with soft ring seal

Dimension Tightening torque Tightening torque

(light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
M5 - -
M6 - -
M8 x 1 - -
M10 x 1 18 -
M12 x 1.5 30 35
M14 x 1.5 45 55
M16 x 1.5 60 70
M18 x 1.5 70 110
M20 x 1.5 - 140
M22 x 1.5 140 170
M26 x 1.5 180 220
M27 x 2 190 250
M33 x 2 300 300
M42 x 2 500 550
M48 x 2 550 600

G 1/8 A 20 25
G 1/4 A 35 40
G 3/8 A 70 90
G 1/2 A 100 150
G 3/4 A 180 270
G1A 250 350
G 1-1/4 A 450 500
G 1-1/2 A 550 600

7/16 - 20 (11.1 mm) - -

1/2 - 20 (UNF) - -
9/16 - 18 (14.3 mm) - -
3/4 - 16 (19.1 mm) - -
7/8 - 14 (22.2 mm) - -

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Dimension Tightening torque Tightening torque

(light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
1-1/16 - 12 (27 mm) - -
1-5/16 - 12 - -
(33.3 mm)
1-5/8 - 12 (UNF) - -
1-7/8 - 12 (UNF) - -
2 - 12 (UNF) - -

Shape F with O-ring and plug

Dimension Tightening torque Tightening torque

(light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
M5 2.8 -
M6 5.2 -
M8 x 1 7 -
M10 x 1 11 -
M12 x 1.5 15 15
M14 x 1.5 25 25
M16 x 1.5 35 35
M18 x 1.5 50 50
M20 x 1.5 - 55
M22 x 1.5 80 80
M26 x 1.5 110 110
M27 x 2 110 160
M33 x 2 160 210
M42 x 2 210 320
M48 x 2 320 420

G 1/8 A - -
G 1/4 A - -
G 3/8 A - -
G 1/2 A - -
G 3/4 A - -
G1A - -
G 1-1/4 A - -

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Dimension Tightening torque Tightening torque

(light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
G 1-1/2 A - -

7/16 - 20 (11.1 mm) 15 20

1/2 - 20 (UNF) 20 25
9/16 - 18 (14.3 mm) 30 30
3/4 - 16 (19.1 mm) 35 60
7/8 - 14 (22.2 mm) 70 90
1-1/16 - 12 (27 mm) 85 100
1-5/16 - 12 150 170
(33.3 mm)
1-5/8 - 12 (UNF) 250 300
1-7/8 - 12 (UNF) 300 350
2 - 12 (UNF) 350 400

Shape H with O-ring and chamber ring

Dimensions Tightening torque Tightening torque

(light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
G 1/8 A 20 20
G 1/4 A 40 40
G 3/8 A 75 75
G 1/2 A 85 85
G 3/4 A 180 180
G1A 310 310
G 1-1/4 A 450 450
G 1-1/2 A 540 540

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123204-003
Tightening torques for hydraulic swivel fittings

Dimensions Tightening torque Tightening torque

(light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm
M10 x 1 20 30
M12 x 1.5 35 40
M14 x 1.5 45 50
M16 x 1.5 60 70
M18 x 1.5 75 80
M20 x 1.5 - 100
M22 x 1.5 125 130
M26 x 1.5 130 -
M27 x 2 130 140
M33 x 2 300 300
M42 x 2 500 500
M48 x 2 600 600

G 1/8 A 20 -
G 1/4 A 40 40
G 3/8 A 65 70
G 1/2 A 90 100
G 3/4 A 130 130
G1A 270 380
G 1-1/4 A 500 600
G 1-1/2 A 600 700

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Torque settings
1451-001
123206-002
Tightening torques for hollow screws DIN 7643

Dimensions Tightening torque

in Nm
M8 x 1 8
M10 x 1 15
M12 x 1.5 27
M14 x 1.5 38
M16 x 1.5 45
M18 x 1.5 58
M22 x 1.5 95
M26 x 1.5 130
M30 x 1.5 183

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Torque settings
1451-001
123202-004
Tightening torques for direction-adjustable SDE hydraulic male connectors
Shape F with O-ring

Dimensions Tightening torque Tightening torque Tightening torque

(very light series) (light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm in Nm
M8 x 1 - - -
M10 x 1 20 15 -
M12 x 1.5 - 25 35
M14 x 1.5 - 35 45
M16 x 1.5 - 40 55
M18 x 1.5 - 45 90
M20 x 1.5 - - 140
M22 x 1.5 - 60 170
M26 x 1.5 - 100 190
M27 x 2 - 100 190
M33 x 2 - 160 310
M42 x 2 - 210 330
M48 x 2 - 260 420

7/16 - 20 (11.1 mm) - 15 20

1/2 - 20 (UNF) - 30 40
9/16 - 18 (14.3 mm) - 35 45
3/4 - 16 (19.1 mm) - 55 60
7/8 - 14 (22.2 mm) - 80 90
1-1/16 - 12 (27 mm) - 100 100
1-5/16 - 12 - 150 170
(33.3 mm)
1-5/8 - 12 (UNF) - 290 340
1-7/8 - 12 (UNF) - 325 415
2 - 12 (UNF) - 350 450

Shape H with O-ring and chamber ring

Dimensions Tightening torque Tightening torque Tightening torque

(very light series) (light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm in Nm
M8 x 1 10 - -
M10 x 1 20 18 -

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Torque settings
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Dimensions Tightening torque Tightening torque Tightening torque

(very light series) (light series) (heavy series)
in Nm in Nm in Nm
M12 x 1.5 - 30 35
M14 x 1.5 - 45 55
M16 x 1.5 - 60 80
M18 x 1.5 - 70 105
M20 x 1.5 - - 140
M22 x 1.5 - 125 125
M26 x 1.5 - 180 180
M27 x 2 - 180 180
M33 x 2 - 300 380
M42 x 2 - 450 500
M48 x 2 - 600 600

G 1/8 A 20 20 25
G 1/4 A - 35 45
G 3/8 A - 70 75
G 1/2 A - 100 100
G 3/4 A - 180 180
G1A - 300 300
G 1-1/4 A - 450 450
G 1-1/2 A - 540 540

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Torque settings
1451-001
123207-004
Tightening torques for brake line screw fittings
Shape F union screws
Shape FS union screws with chime

Dimensions Tightening torque

in Nm
M10 x 1 14+2

123209-003
Tightening torques for worm drive hose clamps

30
8515-001

Width of clip Tightening torques for new hoses Tightening torques for retightening
when installing for the first time or reassembling
7.9 mm (0.31 inch) 0.9 ± 0.2 Nm (8 ± 2 lb in) 0.7 ± 0.2 Nm (6 ± 2 lb in)
13.5 mm (0.53 inch) 4.5 ± 0.5 Nm (40 ± 4 lb in) 3.0 ± 0.5 Nm (27 ± 4 lb in)
15.9 mm (0.63 inch) 7.5 ± 0.5 Nm (65 ± 4 lb in) 4.5 ± 0.5 Nm (40 ± 4 lb in)

123211-002
Tightening torque for spring-loaded worm drive hose clamps

31
37503-001

Width of clip Clamp diameter Tightening torque

12 mm 60 - 80 mm 5 + 0.5 Nm
12 mm 70 - 90 mm 5 + 0.5 Nm

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CCN (CLAAS Component Number)
1451-001

CCN explanation
CCN (CLAAS Component Number)
120555-005
General
The CCN (CLAAS Component Number) arises from a
CLAAS standard for hydraulic and electric systems.
This standard is based on the hydraulic and electric
functions on the machine.

146587-001
Electric systems standard
In the electric systems standard, the components are
subdivided according to their function, using letters.

Pos. Component
A Terminal / module
B Sensor
C Electric / electronic devices
E Lighting
G Voltage source
H Signalling device / lamp
J Information units (required for function diagnosis)
M Motor (electric)
P Gauge
R Potentiometer / resistor
S Switches / pushbuttons - Cab operation
T Switches - Terminal operation
U Switches - External operation
V Electronic component
W Antenna
X Connectors
Y Solenoid coil
Z Actual value switch

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CCN (CLAAS Component Number)
1451-001
146588-001
Hydraulic system standard
In the hydraulic systems standard, the components
are subdivided according to their function, using
number ranges.

Pos. Component
1000 Oil reservoir / oil filter / oil cooler
2000 Pump / motor
3000 Hydraulic cylinder
4000 Restrictor / orifice plate
5000 Pressure accumulator
6000 Valve - mechanically actuated
7000 Valve - hydraulically actuated
8000 Couplings / connections
9000 Measuring point / gauge

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CCN (CLAAS Component Number)
1451-001

CCN (CLAAS Component Number)

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CCN Index
1451-001

CCN Index
A
A4-MB Control unit........................................................................................................................................476, 481

B
B600-MB Crankshaft position sensor..................................................................................................................... 99
B602-MB Fuel temperature sensor...............................................................................................................300, 310
B605-MB Engine oil fill level sensor........................................................................................................................80
B606-MB Coolant outlet temperature sensor................................................................................................369, 381
B607-MB Coolant inlet temperature sensor..........................................................................................................342
B608-MB Pressure and temperature sensor
Charge air in the charge air tube........................................................................................................... 433, 442
B617-MB Temperature sensor
Charge air in the charge air housing......................................................................................................433, 442
B621-MB Exhaust gas recirculation differential pressure sensor......................................................................... 400
B622-MB Rail pressure sensor..................................................................................................................... 268, 276
B638-MB Fuel filter module pressure sensor........................................................................................................326

G
G002 see G2-MB.................................................................................................................................................. 457
G2-MB Alternator.................................................................................................................................................. 457

M
M021 see M1-MB..................................................................................................................................................453
M047 see M25-MB................................................................................................................................................489
M1-MB Electric starting motor...............................................................................................................................453
M25-MB Urea pump..............................................................................................................................................489

Y
Y488 see Y627-MB...............................................................................................................................................485
Y608-MB Injector.................................................................................................................................................. 286
Y609-MB Injector.................................................................................................................................................. 286
Y610-MB Injector.................................................................................................................................................. 286
Y611-MB Injector.................................................................................................................................................. 286
Y612-MB Injector.................................................................................................................................................. 286
Y613-MB Injector.................................................................................................................................................. 286
Y621-MB Exhaust gas recirculation actuator........................................................................................................394
Y627-MB Urea heater valve..................................................................................................................................485
Y642-MB Fuel controller valve......................................................................................................................316, 320

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General Information
1451-001

Safety
General Information
123229-003
Important!
The instructions contained in this Repair Manual must
be carefully read and observed by all persons
concerned with the operation, maintenance, repair,
service and inspection of this machine in order to
prevent hazards.
Read in particular the "Safety Rules" chapter.

173669-004
Hazard signs
This hazard sign warns of risks of injury.

► To avoid injuries and death, follow all measures

marked by this hazard sign.

181226-001
Signal word
The warnings in this Repair Manual are introduced by
the hazard sign and a signal word. The signal word
expresses the extent of the hazard.

DANGER
DANGER identifies a dangerous situation that leads to
death or serious injury if not avoided.

WARNING
WARNING identifies a dangerous situation that may
lead to death or serious injury if not avoided.

CAUTION
CAUTION identifies a dangerous situation that may
lead to slight injuries if not avoided.

157730-003
Regulations for avoiding accidents with personal injuries
General
– In addition to this manual, the Repair Manual for
the machine must always be observed.
– Observe all general rules concerning safety and
accident prevention.
– Testing, adjusting and repair work may be carried
out only by CLAAS sales partners.

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Testing, adjusting and repair work

1497-002

WARNING
Pinch point from pre-loaded components.
Serious injuries.
► Never move your hands between pre-loaded
components.

– Secure the engine when removing it.

– Keep the engine, ladders, stairs, bridges and their
surroundings free of oil and grease.
– Switch off the battery isolating switch while
working in built-in condition.
– Ensure that the engine is not started accidentally
by unauthorised persons.

Engine operation
160525-002

CAUTION
Bruises and burns when intervening into the starting
process or while the engine is running.
Danger of injury
► Wear closed and tight-fitting working clothes.
► Do not touch any hot or rotating parts.

173-002

CAUTION
Contact with hot liquids or machine parts.
Danger of burns
► Wear suitable protective clothing.
► Let liquids or machine parts cool down.
► Comply with instructions.

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Suspended loads
57765-002

WARNING
Lifting heavy components.
Risk of death or serious injury.
► Use a lifting tool with a sufficient bearing load.
► Use a lifting tool that operates reliably.
► Use the lifting tool on solid and even ground.
► Attach the lifting tool to the component at the
intended or a suitable position.
► Only use faultless and sufficiently dimensioned
lifting accessories.
► Protect lifting accessories against sharp corners
and edges, for example using protectors.

► Do not lift heavy components with your body's

force.
► Ensure that no persons are present beneath
suspended loads.

Working on piping and hoses

157932-002

WARNING
Fire / explosion hazard when handling fuel.
Death or serious injury.
► No fires, sparks, open light and no smoking.
► Fill fuel only into suitable containers.
► Wear protective clothing.

125670-003

CAUTION
Contact with hot liquids.
Risk of burns.
► Release pressure on the system/wait for pressure
to drop.
► Leave liquids to cool.
► Wear suitable protective clothing.

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General Information
1451-001
124851-001

Environment!
Lubricants, operating utilities and fuels escape into the
environment.
Environmental pollution.
► Collect and store lubricants, operating utilities and
fuels in suitable containers and ensure proper
disposal.

► Neither retighten nor open any piping and hoses

under pressure.

Work on the Common Rail System

161964-002

NOTICE
Unprofessional installation on Common Rail system.
Damage to Common Rail system.
► All work on components of the Common Rail
system may be carried out only by specially
trained personnel.
► Prior to starting work, the engine must be
standing still for at least 5 minutes in order to
relieve the pressure in the pressure pipe or
pressure reduction must be controlled with the
CDS.
► Absolute cleanliness must be ensured during all
work in all areas.
► Prior to any work on the clean side of the fuel
system, the engine and the engine compartment
must be cleaned (e.g. steam jet cleaner) with the
fuel system remaining closed.
► Absolutely avoid moisture.
► Slackened-off inlet connectors must always be
replaced.
► Plugs once used for high-pressure lines, pressure
pipe and injectors must not be re-used.
► Observe the sequence specified in the description
when tightening the injectors, high-pressure lines,
pressure pipe and inlet connector.

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161966-002

NOTICE
Unclosed components.
Damage to the Common Rail system.
► Dismount only one fuel line at a time.
► Close the component connections immediately
with new and clean caps.

Working on the electric system

► Start the engine only with firmly connected
batteries.
► Do not disconnect the batteries while the engine
is running.
► Do not use any quick-charging devices for starting
the engine.
► Assist-starting only with separate batteries.
► The connections of control units may be
disconnected and connected only with the electric
system switched off.
► Incorrect polarity of the control units may cause
their destruction.
► Always tighten the connections on the injection
system to the specified tightening torques.
► When temperatures above 80 °C must be
expected, the control units must be removed.
► Use only suitable testing lines for measurements
on connectors.
► Observe the manufacturer's regulations for
batteries.
► Wear protective clothing when handling batteries.
► Do not tilt the batteries, acid might escape.
► Measure the voltage only with a suitable
measuring device.
► Electrolytic gas may form in closed battery boxes.
► Be particularly careful after the engine has
run for an extended period and after charging
the battery with a charger.
► When disconnecting the batteries, non-
disconnected continuous consumers may
generate sparks that ignite the gas.
► Vent the battery box sufficiently prior to
disconnecting.
► Avoid short-circuits by wrong polarity or placing
metal objects on the battery terminals.
► Disconnect batteries when the engine has been
shut down and recharge every four weeks.

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Working on the hydraulic system

64831-003

WARNING
Residual oil pressure in hoses / hydraulic
components.
Serious injury of eyes / of skin.
► Relieve the residual oil pressure in the hydraulic
system.

11741-003

NOTICE
Serious damage to hydraulic circuit components.
► Before installing hydraulic system components,
the entire hydraulic circuit and the hydraulic
system components remaining on the machine
must be flushed.
► The entire hydraulic system must be free of dirt
and foreign objects.
► Replace the hydraulic oil filter.

Electric welding
► Observe the welding information sheets.
► Disconnect the batteries.
► Fit earthing point of the welder close to the
welding spot.
► Disconnect the control units.

Painting work
► During painting work, electronic components may
be exposed to high temperatures (up to 95 °C)
only for a short time.
► Disconnect the batteries.
► Remove sensitive electric components.
► Screw fittings of high-pressure lines must not be
painted. Danger of introducing dirt in case of
repairs.

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Working with urea solution

124844-004

CAUTION
Contact with urea solution.
Danger of injury.
► Wash your skin thoroughly with water and soap.
See a doctor if necessary.
► Flush eyes thoroughly with plenty of water. See a
doctor if necessary.
► Flush mouth and drink plenty of water. See a
doctor if necessary.

149012-002

NOTICE
Foreign substances pollute the system
Damage to exhaust gas system.
► Keep foreign substances and residual quantities
of diesel fuel out of this system.
► Increased cleanliness requirements during
installation work.

124885-005

NOTICE
Surfaces get in contact with urea solution.
Component corrosion.
► Flush the surfaces concerned with plenty of water
immediately.

157737-001
Information on how to avoid damage and premature wear
General
– Engines are built exclusively for the intended use
according to the shipping package.
– Unauthorised modifications on the engine will
exclude any liability of the manufacturer for any
resulting damage.
Manipulations on the injection and control system
may also influence the output and waste gas
behaviour.
Meeting the statutory environmental protection
requirements is no longer guaranteed in this
condition.
– If any trouble occurs during operation, locate and
remove the reason immediately.

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– Clean the engine thoroughly before starting

repairs.
- Ensure that no dirt, sand or foreign objects
end up inside the engine.
– Only use genuine CLAAS spare parts.
– Never let the engine run dry.
– Never let the engine run without coolant.
– Fit a corresponding note on engines that are not
ready for operation.
– Use only operating utilities approved by CLAAS.
– Do not fill in engine oil beyond the maximum level
mark.

157745-001
Liability limitation
General
► All information and notes in this manual were
compiled considering the standards and
regulations in force, the state of the art and many
years of experience.
► CLAAS will not assume any liability for damage
caused by:
► failure to comply with this manual
► use not in line with the intended use
► use of non-trained personnel
► unauthorised conversions
► technical modifications
► use of non-approved spare part and
operating utilities

Shutting down and storage

► Shutting down the engine for an extended period
of time requires temporary corrosion protection.

157747-001
Regulations for avoiding health and environmental damage
Precautionary measures for protection against
health and environmental damage
► Avoid extended, excessive or repeated skin
contact with operating utilities, auxiliary operating
utilities, diluents or solvents.
► Protect your skin by suitable skin protection
agents or protective gloves.
► Do not use any operating utilities, auxiliary
operating utilities, diluents or solvents for cleaning
of skin.
► Wash polluted skin thoroughly with water and
soap.
► Change oil-soaked clothing and shoes.
► Do not put any oil-soaked rags into the pockets of
your working clothes.

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Disposal of operating utilities and auxiliary

operating utilities
► Observe the regulations of the local authorities.
► Ensure that no operating utilities will end up in the
soil, sewer or in waters.
► Different operating utilities must be collected and
disposed of in different containers.
► Use tight containers for draining operating utilities.
► Ensure that food or drink containers are
never used - danger of confusion.
► Ensure that operating utilities are correctly
disposed of.
► Operating utilities count among the water-
hazardous substances!

157748-002
Information for working on the diesel engine
Accident protection
► Fuel jets may cut the skin.
► Fire hazard due to fine spraying of fuel.
► Avoid standing near the running engine.
► Never slacken off the screw fittings of fuel lines
while the engine is running.
The lines may be under very high pressure (up to
1800 bar).
► The engine must have been stopped for at least 5
minutes before slackening off the fuel lines.
► Check the line pressure values with the CDS
if necessary.
► Do not touch live parts of electric connections
while the engine is running.
► Persons wearing a pacemaker must not come
closer than 20 cm to the running engine.
► Any modifications of the original engine cabling
may result in exceeding threshold values of the
pacemaker regulations.

Cleanliness
Diesel injection components consist of high-precision
parts that are subject to extreme loads. In view of this
high-precision equipment, maximum cleanliness must
be ensured during all work on the fuel system. Even
dirt particles measuring more than 0.002 mm may
make components fail.
Before starting work, absolutely comply with the rules
below:
► Clean engine and engine compartment before
starting the work.
► Ensure that the fuel system is closed here.
► When using a jet cleaner, do not aim directly
on electric components or fit covers.
► Clean tools and working materials before starting
work.
► Use only undamaged tools.

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► Cover up engine compartment areas where dirt

particles may come off with a new and clean dust
film.
► Wash your hands before starting dismounting and
put on fresh working clothing.
► Carry out a visual inspection for leaks and
damage on the fuel system.
► Remove any loose dirt particles such as paint
chips and insulation material with a suitable
suction device.
► When removing and installing components, no
materials such as cloths, cardboard or wood may
be used as these materials may lose particles and
fibres.
► Carefully remove paint chippings resulting from
slackening off bolts before completely removing
the bolts.
► Place the engine in a clean area of the workshop
where no work is carried out that raises dust.
► Avoid air motion (possible raising of dust by
starting engines, workshop ventilation or heating
system, air draught etc.).
► Clean and dry the area of the still closed fuel
system with compressed air.
► After opening the clean-side fuel system, use
of compressed air for cleaning is no longer
allowed.
► Use only non-fluff cleaning cloths on the fuel
system.
► Close connecting openings of all removed parts of
the clean-side fuel system immediately with
suitable caps.
► Caps must be packed dust-tight before use
and must be disposed of after using them
once.
► Keep components carefully in a clean and closed
container.
► Never use pre-used cleaning or testing
liquids for these components.
► New parts may be taken out of their original
packaging only just before using them.
► Carry out work on removed components only at a
workplace equipped for this purpose.
► If removed parts are dispatched, always use the
original packaging of the new part.

Installation instructions
► Piping of all kinds must not be bent, risk of
cracking!
► Regulations for flawless installation of flat seals:
► Only use genuine CLAAS seals.
► Sealing faces must be undamaged and
clean.
► Do not use any sealants or glues.
► Tighten bolts evenly to the specified torque.
► Regulations for flawless installation of round
seals:

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► Only use genuine CLAAS seals.

► Sealing faces must be undamaged and
clean.
► Always wet O-rings with engine oil according
to the manufacturer's specification when
installing.

Engine overhaul
The service life of an engine is influenced by very
different factors. Specifying a certain number of
operating hours for basic overhauls is therefore not
possible.
Opening an engine or a basic overhaul is not
appropriate as long as the engine has good
compression values and the following operating
values have not significantly changed as compared
with those measured and accepted upon
commissioning:
► Charge pressure.
► Exhaust gas temperature.
► Coolant and lubricating oil temperature.
► Oil pressure and oil consumption.
► Smoke behaviour.
The criteria below have major influence on the
engine's service life:
► Correct setting of output, depending on the type of
use.
► Proper installation.
► Acceptance of installation by authorised
personnel.
► Regular maintenance according to the
maintenance schedule.
► Selection and quality of lubricating oil, fuel and
coolant according to the manufacturer's
specifications.
Putting into operation after an engine overhaul
Pre-fill the engine with engine oil after finishing repair,
i.e. in dry condition, before putting it back into
operation. This process can also be applied when
establishing damage and reasons.
On all engines that have not been pre-filled with
lubricating oil, the danger of premature damage to the
bearing surface is very big because the lubrication oil
fed by the oil pump from the oil sump takes relatively
long before it reaches the individual bearings.
Such initial damage will not necessarily make the
bearings fail, but can affect bearing function and
reduce the service life.
Pre-filling the engine with engine oil: Page 336

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123242-003
First aid measures
Inhaling:
– Give the person fresh air and consult a doctor
depending on his or her symptoms.
– Remove the person from the danger area.
Contact with the eyes:
– Rinse the eyes thoroughly with large amounts of
water for several minutes. Consult a doctor if
required.
Contact with the skin:
– Wash thoroughly with plenty of water and soap,
remove polluted and soaked clothing immediately,
consult a doctor if the skin is irritated (e.g.
reddening).
Swallowing:
– Do not induce vomiting; consult a doctor
immediately.

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01 Engine
0102 Complete component
175847-001
Type design

Series Type design Exhaust gas level Note

OM 470 LA 470.907 TIER 4 / Stage IV
OM 471 LA 471.919 TIER 4 / Stage IV
OM 473 LA 473.905 TIER 4 / Stage IV

175848-001
Engine data
OM 470 LA

Designation Value
Weight 990 kg
Engine type In-line engine
Number of cylinders 6
Cylinder bore 125 mm
Cylinder stroke 145 mm
Cubic capacity 10700 cm³
Direction of rotation of engine when viewing the flywheel Left

OM 471 LA

Designation Value
Weight 1140 kg
Engine type In-line engine
Number of cylinders 6
Cylinder bore 132 mm
Cylinder stroke 156 mm
Cubic capacity 12.800 cm³
Direction of rotation of engine when viewing the flywheel Left

OM 473 LA

Designation Value
Weight 1277 kg
Engine type In-line engine
Number of cylinders 6
Cylinder bore 139 mm
Cylinder stroke 171 mm

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Designation Value
Cubic capacity 15.600 cm³
Direction of rotation of engine when viewing the flywheel Left

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175850-001
Engine description
Engine components

267318-001 32

Pos. Value CCN Designation

1 Exhaust gas return cooler
OM 470 LA
OM 471 LA Page 366
Page 379
2 Exhaust gas recirculation line
OM 470 LA
OM 471 LA Page 366
Page 379
3 G002 Alternator 12 V Page 456
4 Coolant compressor
5 Alternator 24 V Page 456
Alternator 24 V
Applies to: Type design 473.905
6 Air intake tube Page 423

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Pos. Value CCN Designation

7 Oil separator
OM 470 LA
OM 471 LA Page 103
Page 112
8 Exhaust turbo charger
OM 470 LA
OM 471 LA Page 414
Page 423
9 Electric starting motor Page 452
10 Turbo compound unit

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Pos. Value CCN Designation

1 Common rail
OM 470 LA
OM 471 LA Page 266
Page 274
2 Fuel high-pressure pump Page 299

3 Oil pan Page 79

4 Fuel sediment filter Page 323
5 Fuel filter Page 323
6 Coolant thermostat Page 363
7 Charge air tube
OM 470 LA
OM 471 LA Page 433
Page 442
8 Oil filter Page 334

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Sensors

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Pos. Value CCN Designation

1 B601-MB Camshaft position sensor Page 180
2 B600-MB Crankshaft position sensor Page 98
3 B605-MB Combined oil level / temperature sensor Page 79
4 B602-MB Fuel temperature sensor Page 310
5 B617-MB Charge air temperature sensor in the charge
air housing
OM 470 LA
Page 433
OM 471 LA
Page 442
6 B638-MB Fuel filter module pressure sensor Page 325
7 B608-MB Charge air pressure and temperature sensor
in the charge air tube
OM 470 LA
Page 433
OM 471 LA
Page 442
8 B622-MB Rail pressure sensor
OM 470 LA Page 267
OM 471 LA Page 275

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Pos. Value CCN Designation

1 B607-MB Coolant inlet temperature sensor Page 341
2 B604-MB Oil pressure sensor
3 B621-MB Exhaust gas recirculation differential Page 400
pressure sensor
4 B606-MB Coolant outlet temperature sensor Page 367

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Pos. Value CCN Designation

1 B611-MB Temperature sensor downstream of air filter Page 409
2 B610-MB turbocharger speed sensor

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Actuators

267592-001 37

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Pos. Value CCN Designation

1 Y608-MB Cylinder 1 injector Page 285
1 Y609-MB Cylinder 2 injector
3 Y610-MB Cylinder 3 injector
4 Y611-MB Cylinder 4 injector
5 Y612-MB Cylinder 5 injector
6 Y613-MB Cylinder 6 injector
7 Y642-MB Fuel controller valve
OM 470 LA Page 315
OM 471 LA Page 319
8 Y636-MB Charge pressure actuator
OM 470 LA Page 414
OM 471 LA Page 423
9 Y621-MB Exhaust gas recirculation actuator Page 394

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Ignition order

267384-001 38

The piston (1) is at the ignition top dead centre

(ignition TDC) when the synchronous piston (6) is at
the valve overlap top dead centre (overlap TDC).
The intake valves and the exhaust valves are relieved
at the ignition top dead centre.
When at the overlap top dead centre, the intake
valves and the exhaust valves are loaded.

Piston position Cylinder / injection order

Overlap TDC 1 5 3 6 2 4
Ignition TDC 6 2 4 1 5 3

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Cranking the engine
The engine can be cranked by hand both in built-in
condition and in removed condition.
Depending on the variant, different special tools are
available for this.
– To prevent damage to the special tools, each
special tool should only be used for its specified
application.
This is why this chapter is sub-divided into two
sections:
Cranking the engine in built-in condition: Page
65
Cranking the engine in removed condition: Page
72

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Cranking tool 1
00 1992 902 0

39
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Special tool (II) Pcs.

Template 1
00 1998 587 0

40
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Special tool (III) Pcs.

Punch 1
00 1998 572 0

41
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Special tool for built-in engine

The following tools of special tool kit 00 0181 932 0
are needed:

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Machine Engine type Special tool Part no./dimension

JAGUAR 496 OM470LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 68
Thread adapter 00 0181 609 0 3x
Spacer tube 00 0822 526 0 3x
Hex. bolt 00 0237 463 0 3x
Adapter 00 0181 944 0 3x
Set screw 00 0451 666 2 3x
JAGUAR 496 OM471LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 68
Thread adapter 00 0181 609 0 3x
Spacer tube 00 0822 526 0 3x
Hex. bolt 00 0237 463 0 3x
Adapter 00 0181 944 0 3x
Set screw 00 0451 666 2 3x
JAGUAR 496 OM473LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 65
Spacer tube Ø16.5 x Ø 8.5, 87 mm 3x
Hex. bolt 00 0238 416 0 3x
Washer 00 0237 957 0 3x
JAGUAR 497 OM471LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 68
Thread adapter 00 0181 609 0 3x
Spacer tube 00 0822 526 0 3x
Hex. bolt 00 0237 463 0 3x
Adapter 00 0181 944 0 3x
Set screw 00 0451 666 2 3x

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Machine Engine type Special tool Part no./dimension

JAGUAR 497 OM471LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 68
Thread adapter 00 0181 609 0 3x
Spacer tube 00 0822 526 0 3x
Hex. bolt 00 0237 463 0 3x
Adapter 00 0181 944 0 3x
Set screw 00 0451 666 2 3x
JAGUAR 497 OM473LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 66
Thread adapter 00 0181 609 0 3x
Spacer tube 00 0822 526 0 3x
Hex. bolt 00 0237 463 0 3x
Washer 00 0993 398 0 3x
Adapter 00 0181 944 0 3x
Set screw 00 0451 666 2 3x
JAGUAR 497 OM473LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 66
Spacer tube Ø16.5 x Ø 8.5, 87 mm 3x
Hex. bolt 00 0238 416 0 3x
Washer 00 0237 957 0 3x
LEXION C68 OM470LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 70
Thread adapter 00 0181 889 0 2x
Hex. bolt 00 0235 586 0 2x
LEXION C74 OM470LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 70
Thread adapter 00 0181 889 0 2x
Hex. bolt 00 0235 586 0 2x
LEXION C75 OM470LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 70
Thread adapter 00 0181 889 0 2x
Hex. bolt 00 0235 586 0 2x
LEXION C76 OM473LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 70
Thread adapter 00 0181 889 0 2x
Hex. bolt 00 0235 586 0 2x
LEXION C77 OM 470LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 70
Thread adapter 00 0181 889 0 2x
Hex. bolt 00 0235 586 0 2x

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Machine Engine type Special tool Part no./dimension

LEXION C78 OM 470LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 70
Thread adapter 00 0181 889 0 2x
Hex. bolt 00 0235 586 0 2x
LEXION C79 OM 473LA Cranking tool 00 0181 751 0 1x
Page 70
Thread adapter 00 0181 889 0 2x
Hex. bolt 00 0235 586 0 2x

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Cranking the engine in built-in condition

JAGUAR.

Applies to:
JAGUAR type 496 with OM473LA diesel engine
JAGUAR type 497 with OM473LA diesel engine

► Unscrew bolts (1).

43
267655-001

► Screw on the special tool (1) using bolts (2),

washers (3) and a spacer tube.

44
267699-001

► Crank engine at (1) until the desired crankshaft

position is reached.

45
267697-001

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JAGUAR

Applies to:
JAGUAR type 497 with OM473LA diesel engine

► Unscrew the bolts (A).

46
267726-001

► Screw the threaded pin into thread (1).

► Slide the washer onto the threaded pin.

47
267726-001

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► Screw in the adapter (1).

48
267718-001

► Place the spacer tube (2) on the thread

adapter (3).
► Screw the thread adapter (3) into the adapter (1)
using the spacer tube (2).

49
267727-001

► Screw the cranking tool (2) onto the belt pulley

using bolts (1).

50
267735-001

► Crank engine at (1) until the desired crankshaft

position is reached.

51
267743-001

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JAGUAR

Applies to:
JAGUAR type 496 with OM470LA diesel engine
JAGUAR type 496 with OM471LA diesel engine
JAGUAR type 497 with OM471LA diesel engine
JAGUAR type 497 with OM471LA diesel engine

► Unscrew bolts (1).

52
267726-001

► Screw in the threaded pin into thread (1).

53
267726-001

► Screw in the adapter (1).

► Place the spacer tube (2) on the thread
adapter (3).
► Screw the thread adapter (3) into the adapter (1)
using the spacer tube (2).

54
267744-001

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► Screw the cranking tool (2) onto the belt pulley

using bolts (1).

55
267735-001

► Crank engine at (1) until the desired crankshaft

position is reached.

56
267743-001

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LEXION

Applies to:
LEXION type C68 with OM470LA diesel engine
LEXION type C74 with OM470LA diesel engine
LEXION type C75 with OM470LA diesel engine
LEXION type C76 with OM473LA diesel engine
LEXION type C77 with OM470LA diesel engine
LEXION type C78 with OM470LA diesel engine
LEXION type C79 with OM473LA diesel engine

► Screw in the thread adapter (1).

57
267780-001

► Screw on the cranking tool (1) using bolts (2).

58
267781-001

► Crank engine at (1) until the desired crankshaft

position is reached.

59
267783-001

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XERION

Applies to:
XERION type 783 with OM470LA diesel engine
XERION type 783 with OM471LA diesel engine
As in removed condition. Page 72

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Cranking the engine in removed condition

► Unscrew plate (1).

60
267785-001

Use special tool (I):

► Install special tool Page 60 at (1).
Tightening torque: 30 Nm
► Crank the engine until the desired crankshaft
position is reached.

61
267786-001

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Setting the engine to ignition TDC

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 473 LA

Use special tool (I). Page 60

► Turn the flywheel (1) using the cranking tool until
mark (A) on the flywheel reaches the cast edge
(B) on the timing housing (2).

62
271165-001

271204-001 63

Use special tool (II). Page 60

► Insert the bolts (1) into the corresponding drilled
holes on the special tool and screw them in
tightly.
► OM 470 LA engine: Designation 10.6
► OM 471 LA engine: Designation 12.8
► OM 473 LA engine: Designation 15.6
► If there is a reinforcing frame installed on the
OM 470 LA and OM 471 LA engines, do not
use the spacer (2).
► Check the marks (C) on the gearwheel (3) of the
inlet camshaft and on the gearwheel (4) of the
outlet camshaft.
The marks (C) must match the designations on
the special tool.
► OM 470 LA engine: Designation 10.6
► OM 471 LA engine: Designation 12.8
► OM 473 LA engine: Designation 15.6

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► If the marks (C) do not match the

designations, the flywheel must be rotated by
another 360°.

Use special tool (III). Page 60

► Disconnect connector (2).
► Unscrew the bolt (3) and remove the
sensor (B600-MB) from the timing housing (1).
► Insert the special tool into the drilled hole for the
sensor (B600-MB) and lock the flywheel (5).
The special tool pin must sit in the groove (D) in
the flywheel.

64
271210-001

Setting the engine to ignition TDC: Removal

► Pull out the special tool (1).

65
271220-001

► Undo the bolts (1) and remove the special tool.

66
271238-001

► Attach the crankshaft position sensor (B600-

MB). Page 98

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0105 Engine suspension

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181953-001
Lifting eyes

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA

Technical specifications

282421-001 67

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Rear suspension eyes
2 M14 x 1.5: Mounting bolts for the rear suspension eyes
180 Nm
3 Front suspension eyes
4 Retainers
5 M8: 30 Nm Bracket mounting bolts
M10: 60 Nm
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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181999-001
Lifting eyes

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Technical specifications

282429-001 68

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Rear suspension eyes
2 M14 x 1.5: Mounting bolts for the rear suspension eyes
180 Nm
3 Front suspension eyes
4 Retainers
5 M8: 30 Nm Bracket mounting bolts
M10: 60 Nm
6 Cylinder head Page 211
7 Exhaust gas return cooler Page 379
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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0110 Engine housing

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178664-001
Oil pan

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

1 Sealing compound 1
00 1994 288 0

69
274871-001

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Technical specifications

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Seal
2 Oil pan
3 30 Nm Oil pan mounting bolts
Tightening diagram:
– Tighten the bolts in the specified order (3.1-
3.18).
4 10 Nm B605-MB Engine oil fill level sensor
5 15 Nm Mounting bolts for the engine line set
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Drain the engine oil.
See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.

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► Remove the engine line set (1).

71
274864-001

► Disconnect connector (1).

72
274881-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

The bolts are prevented from falling out.
► Remove the oil pan (2).

73
274887-001

► Remove seal (1) from the oil pan (2).

74
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Only if the oil pan (1) is replaced:

► Remove sensor (B605-MB).

75
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Installation
► Clean the sealing faces. Page 20

► Install the sensor (B605-MB) together with a new

sealing ring.
Tightening torque: Page 80

76
275395-001

Use special tool (I). Page 79

► Apply sealant to the sectioning points (A) for the
timing housing (2) and to the housing cover (1).

77
275397-001

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► Install the seal (1) in the oil pan (2).

Observe the installation position (B).

78
275398-001

► Install the oil pan (2) and tighten the bolts (1) in
accordance with the tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 80

79
274887-001

► Connect the plug-in connection (1).

80
274881-001

► Attach the engine line set (1).

Tightening torque: Page 80

81
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► Top up engine oil.

See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Start the diesel engine and let it run idling for at
least 1 minute.
► Run the diesel engine at a higher speed.
► Switch off the diesel engine and check for leaks.

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182097-001
Crankshaft front seal

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Installation device 1
00 1995 521 0

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Special tool (II) Pcs.

Spacer washer 1
00 1998 601 0

83
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Technical specifications

282769-001 84

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Oscillation damper Page 161
2 Radial seal
Observe the installation position.
Coat the inner contact faces slightly with engine
oil.
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the oscillation damper. Page 162

Use special tool (I). Page 85

► Bolt down special tool (I) with bolts (1).
► Ensure that the special tool will not make
contact with the radial seal, unscrew bolt (2)
if required.
► Tighten bolt (2) until the special tool makes
contact with the radial seal.

85
282748-001

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► Drill two Ø3.5 mm holes into the radial seal

through holes at (1).
Position the drilled holes diagonally on opposite
sides.

86
282749-001

► Tighten radial seal to special tool (I) with two bolts

M4.8x25 (2).
► Unscrew the bolt (1) until the radial seal has been
pulled out of the housing cover (5).
► Pull the special tool (I) off together with the radial
seal.
► Undo the bolts (2) and remove the radial seal.

87
282750-001

► Check the contact face of the radial seal on the

crankshaft flange.
► If there is evidence of run-in, replace the
engine or crankshaft.

Installation
► Insert radial seal (1).
Observe the installation position.
► Coat the crankshaft flange (2) lightly with
engine oil.
► Slide the radial seal onto the crankshaft
flange using the assembly device (3).
► Slide the radial seal off the assembly device
and onto the crankshaft flange, and push it
into the front housing cover (2).
► Remove the assembly device.

88
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Use special tools (I) and (II). Page 85

► Fit the special tool (II) onto the special tool (I), and
screw it on using nuts (1).

89
282761-001

► Screw the special tool (I) onto the crankshaft

flange using bolts (1).
When tightening the bolts (1), ensure that the
special tool is not touching the radial seal and
unscrew the bolt (2) if necessary.
► Push in the radial seal using the special tool by
screwing in the bolt (2) until the stop can be felt.
► Slacken off bolt (2).
► Unscrew the bolts (1) and remove the special tool.
► Remove special tool (II).

90
282762-001

► The distance (2) between the edge of the front

housing cover (3) and the fitted radial seal (1)
must be the same around the entire
circumference.
► If necessary, reinforce the radial seal using
the special tool (I).

91
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► Install the oscillation damper Page 163

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Crankshaft rear seal

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Installation tool 1
00 1998 583 0

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Technical specifications

276360-001 93

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Flywheel Page 165
2 Timing housing Page 97
3 Crankshaft Page 145
4 Crankshaft rear radial seal
Observe the installation position.
Coat the inner contact face slightly with engine
oil.
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the flywheel. Page 166

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► Remove radial seal (1), using a suitable tool (2).

94
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► Check the contact face of the radial seal on the

flywheel flange on the flywheel.
► If there is evidence of run-in on the flywheel
flange, replace the flywheel. Page 165

Installation
Use special tool (I). Page 89
► Coat the new radial seal (1) with engine oil on the
inside sealing lip.
Fit the radial seal on the outer surface when it is
dry.
► Slide the radial seal over the flange (2) of the
special tool.

95
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Use special tool (I). Page 89

► Position the flange (2) with the radial seal (1) on
the crankshaft flange (3) and screw it on using
bolts (4).
The drilled hole (5) must be positioned over the
dowel pin (6).

96
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Use special tool (I). Page 89

► Slide the retracting sleeve (2) and disc (3) over
the flange (4).
► Tighten nut (5).
► Push the radial seal (1) into the timing housing (6)
until the stop can be felt.
The installation depth of the radial seal is
predetermined by the special tool.

97
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► Remove the special tool.

► Check whether the radial seal is damaged.
► Install flywheel. Page 168

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178643-001
Housing cover

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

1 Punch 1
00 1992 868 0

98
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Technical specifications

274782-001 99

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Housing cover
2 60 Nm Housing lid mounting bolts
Tightening diagram:
– Screw in the mounting bolts (2.1 - 2.10) in
the specified order (2.1 - 2.10).
If a mounting bolt was screwed in too tightly, a
new seal must be used.
3 Dowel pins
4 Radial shaft seal Page 85
5 Seal
6 Seal
– Clean the sealing faces thoroughly.
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the oscillation damper. Page 162
► Remove oil pan. Page 80

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► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove housing lid (2).

100
274758-001

► Remove seal (1).

► Clean the sealing face. Page 20

101
274768-001

Use special tool (I). Page 93

I ► Remove the radial seal (1) using the special
tool (I).
Applies to OM 471 LA.
1

102
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Installation
► Fit new seal (1).

103
274768-001

► Place the housing cover (2) over the dowel pins

on the crank case and push it in.
► Screw in the bolts (1) in accordance with the
tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 94

104
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► Install the radial seal.

See the "Front crankshaft seal" chapter. Page
85
► Install the oscillation damper Page 163
► Install the oil pan. Page 82
► Start the diesel engine and let it run at idle speed
for 10 s min.
► Switch off the diesel engine and check for leaks.

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Timing housing

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

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Technical specifications

275690-001 105

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Timing housing
2 60 Nm Mounting bolts for the electric starting motor
3 Electric starting motor Page 452
4 Seal
5 Crankshaft rear seal Page 89
6 M8: 30 Nm Timing housing mounting bolts
M10: 60 Nm Tightening diagram:
M14: 120 Nm – Screw in the mounting bolts (6.1 - 6.19) in
the specified order (6.1 - 6.19).
7 Seal
8 Cover
9 30 Nm Mounting bolts for the cap
10 Cover
11 Mounting bolts for the cap
12 Seal
13 Nut
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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14 40 Nm Stud
15 Cover
16 30 Nm Mounting bolts for the cap
17 B600-MB Crankshaft position sensor
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Drain the engine oil.
See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Remove the engine.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the flywheel. Page 166
► Remove oil pan. Page 80
► Remove the resonance vessel (OM 470
LA). Page 460
► Remove the resonance vessel (OM 471
LA). Page 461

► Unscrew the bolts (1) and remove the electric

starting motor (2).

106
275569-001

► Disconnect connector (1).

107
275574-001

► Remove the crankshaft rear seal. Page 90

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► Unscrew the bolts (2), (3) and (4), and remove the
timing housing (1).

108
275622-001

► Remove seal (1).

109
275630-001

Only if the timing housing is replaced:

► Unscrew the bolts (1) and remove the cap (2).

110
275646-001

Only if the timing housing is replaced:

► Unscrew the studs (1) from the timing housing (2).
► Remove the plugs (3).

111
275648-001

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Installation
► Clean all sealing faces. Page 20

► Install the plugs (3).

► Screw the studs (1) into the timing housing (2).
Tightening torque: Page 98

112
275648-001

Only if the timing housing is replaced:

► Install the cap (2) together with a new seal.
► Tighten bolts (1).
Tightening torque: Page 254

113
275646-001

► Fit the new seal (1) above both guide rods (2).

114
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► Fit the timing housing (1).

► Screw in the bolts (2), (3) and (4) in accordance
with the tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 98

115
275622-001

► Install the rear crankshaft seal. Page 91

► Connect the plug-in connection (1).

116
275574-001

► Check if the starter pinion is worn.

► Replace the electric starting motor (2) if
necessary.
► Install the electric starting motor (2) and screw in
the bolts (1).
Tightening torque: Page 453

117
275569-001

► Install the resonance vessel (OM 470

LA). Page 460
► Install the resonance vessel (OM 471
LA). Page 461
► Install the oil pan. Page 82
► Install flywheel. Page 168
► Install the engine.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Top up engine oil.
See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.

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Oil separator

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA

Technical specifications

268079-001 118

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Oil feed line
2 Electrical cable
3 Retainers
4 Oil separator
5 10 Nm Hex. bolts
6 60 Nm Hex. bolts
7 5 Nm Torx screws
8 6 Nm Torx screws
9 Ventilation hose
10 Vent line
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Disconnect the battery isolating switch.

► Unscrew the bleed hose (1) on the bracket (2).

119
268092-001

► Expose the electrical cable (1) on the vent line (2).

► Undo the vent line (2) on the crank case bracket.

120
268097-001

► Disconnect the vent line (1) from the oil

separator (2) and remove the vent line (1).

121
268104-001

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► Disconnect the oil pressure line (1) from the oil

separator (2).
Hold the screw neck (3) against the oil
separator (2).

122
268107-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

123
268116-001

► Pull the oil separator (1) downwards and remove

it.

124
268119-001

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Disassembly
► Unscrew bolts (1).
► Remove the centrifuge housing (1) from the oil
separator housing (2).

125
268134-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the cover (2) from the centrifuge
housing (3).

126
268149-001

► Remove the spring (1), ring (2) and

membrane (3).

127
268151-001

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► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the connector (2) together with the
bracket (3) from the cover (4).

128
268152-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) from the centrifuge housing (4).

129
OM 470 LA engine 268159-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) from the centrifuge housing (4).

130
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Assembly
► Replace the sealing ring (1).
► Screw the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) onto the centrifuge housing (4) using
bolts (5).

131
OM 470 LA engine 268182-001

► Replace the sealing ring (1).

► Screw the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) onto the centrifuge housing (4) using
bolts (5).

132
OM 471 LA engine 268176-001

► Replace the sealing ring (1).

► Screw the connector (2) together with the
bracket (3) onto the cover (4) using bolts (5).
Tightening torque: Page 103

133
268195-001

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► Replace the spring (1), ring (2) and membrane (3)

if necessary.
Observe the installation position of membrane (3).

134
268151-001

► Screw the cover (2) onto the centrifuge

housing (3) using bolts (1).
Tightening torque: Page 103

135
268149-001

► Screw the centrifuge housing (1) onto the

housing (2) using bolts (1).
Tightening torque: Page 103

136
268134-001

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Installation
► Clean the sealing surfaces and replace the seal.
► Fit the oil separator (1) from below and screw it
onto the crank case using bolts (2).
Tightening torque: Page 103

137
268128-001

► Turn the connection (1) upwards.

138
283010-001

► Connect the oil pressure line (1) to the oil

separator (2).
Hold the screw neck (3) against the oil
separator (2).

139
268107-001

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► Screw the vent line (1) to the oil separator (2).

Replace the vent line (1) if necessary.
Replace the seal on the quick-release lock for the
vent line (1) if necessary.

140
268104-001

► Screw the vent line (2) onto the crank case

bracket.
► Fasten the electrical cable (1) to the vent line (2).

141
268097-001

► Screw the bleed hose (1) onto the bracket (2).

► Check the engine oil level and top up the engine
oil if necessary.

142
268092-001

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Oil separator

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Technical specifications

282996-001 143

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Oil separator
2 10 Nm Mounting bolts
3 60 Nm Mounting bolts
4 5 Nm Mounting bolts
5 6 Nm Mounting bolts
6 Vent line
7 30 Nm Mounting bolts for the vent line
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Disconnect the battery isolating switch.

► Remove the bleed hose (1) from the oil

separator (2).
► Remove the bleed hose (3) from the bracket (4).
► Remove the bleed hose (3) on the crank case.
► Undo the bolts (5) and pull the oil separator (2)
downwards and remove it.

144
282975-001

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Disassembly
► Unscrew bolts (1).
► Remove the centrifuge housing (1) from the oil
separator housing (2).

145
268134-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the cover (2) from the centrifuge
housing (3).

146
268149-001

► Remove the spring (1), ring (2) and

membrane (3).

147
268151-001

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► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the connector (2) together with the
bracket (3) from the cover (4).

148
268152-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) from the centrifuge housing (4).

149
OM 470 LA engine 268159-001

► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) from the centrifuge housing (4).

150
OM 471 LA engine 268163-001

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Assembly
► Replace the sealing ring (1).
► Screw the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) onto the centrifuge housing (4) using
bolts (5).

151
OM 470 LA engine 268182-001

► Replace the sealing ring (1).

► Screw the vent line (2) together with the
bracket (3) onto the centrifuge housing (4) using
bolts (5).

152
OM 471 LA engine 268176-001

► Replace the sealing ring (1).

► Screw the connector (2) together with the
bracket (3) onto the cover (4) using bolts (5).
Tightening torque: Page 112

153
268195-001

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► Replace the spring (1), ring (2) and membrane (3)

if necessary.
Observe the installation position of membrane (3).

154
268151-001

► Screw the cover (2) onto the centrifuge

housing (3) using bolts (1).
Tightening torque: Page 112

155
268149-001

► Screw the centrifuge housing (1) onto the

housing (2) using bolts (1).
Tightening torque: Page 112

156
268134-001

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Installation
► Clean the sealing faces. Page 20

► Fit the oil separator (2) with a new seal from

below and screw it onto the crank case using
bolts (5).
Tightening torque: Page 112
► Attach the bleed hose (3) to the bracket (4).
► Attach the bleed hose (3) to the crank case.
Tightening torque: Page 112
► Turn the connection (6) upwards.
► Attach the bleed hose (1) to the oil separator (2).

157
282978-001

► Check the engine oil level and top up the engine

oil if necessary.
► Test the engine.
► Switch off the engine and check for leaks.

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Piston

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Socket 1
00 1992 952 0

158
147565-001

Special tool (III) Pcs.

Piston ring compressor 1
00 0147 999 0

159
181552-001

Special tool (IV) Pcs.

Clock gauge 1
60 0500 530 3

160
39240-002

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Special tool (V) Pcs.

Measuring gauge holder 1
00 1992 870 3

161
276005-001

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Technical specifications

1.1

2 3

6 4

5
1

8 7

3
b

a
4

182244-001 162

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Piston
Marking (1.1) for installation position and
installation point.
Always replace the piston together with cylinder
liner (2).
2 Cylinder liner Page 138
3 Piston ring - double trapezoidal ring
4 Piston ring - tapered compression ring with
inside angle
5 Piston ring - chamfered ring with hose spring
6 Connecting rod Page 132
7 Crankshaft Page 145
8 Oil spray nozzle Page 338
9 Slightly coat piston pin with engine oil
10 Connecting rod bearing cover bolt on the
connecting rod
Tightening diagram:
– Screw in the bolts in 2 stages in accordance
with the tightening specification:
Tightening specification:
1 150 Nm (OM 470 LA)
180 Nm (OM 471 LA)
2 90 °
a Height play of piston rings
Applies to: OM 470 LA and OM 471 LA
Piston ring (3): -
Piston ring (4): 0.057 mm to 0.103 mm
Piston ring (5): 0.047 mm to 0.093 mm
b Push play of piston rings
Applies to: OM 470 LA and OM 471 LA
Piston ring (3): 0.30 mm to 0.45 mm
Piston ring (4): 0.70 mm to 0.90 mm
Piston ring (5): 0.40 mm to 0.60 mm
c -0.1905 to Piston undershoot to piston overshoot in TDC
0.2305 mm
Applies to: OM 470 LA
c -0.2090 to Piston undershoot to piston overshoot in TDC
0.2315 mm
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175
► Remove the camshaft housing. Page 181
► Remove the cylinder head (OM 470 LA). Page
194
► Ensure that all bores on the separating face
of the crankcase are tightly closed.
► Clean the sealing faces. Page 20
► Remove the cylinder head (OM 471 LA). Page
216
► Ensure that all bores on the separating face
of the crankcase are tightly closed.
► Clean the sealing faces. Page 20
► Remove oil pan. Page 80
► Remove the oil pump. Page 350
► Remove the oil spray nozzles. Page 338
► Fit a direction arrow indicating the installation
position of the piston.
► This is required only when the direction
arrow is no longer visible.
► The direction arrow must point away from the
power output side.
► Mark the cylinder number on the piston head.
► This is required only if more than one piston
is removed.
► Twist crankshaft until the piston is at the BDC.
See Cranking the engine. Page 60
► Protect the piston head (1) and crank case
against dirt.

► Carefully loosen any combustion residues on the

scraper ring (2) and on the cylinder liner (3) near
the head land zone (A) with a scraper and remove
them with compressed air.

163
275777-001

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► Turn the crankshaft until the piston (1) is approx.

1 cm below the scraper ring (2).
► Insert a piston ring (4) below the scraper ring (2)
in the cylinder liner (3) and insert a corresponding
feeler gauge (5) in the piston ring joint.
Only use a double trapezoidal ring as a piston
ring (4). The "TOP" designation must point
downwards towards the piston head. The feeler
gauge prevents compression of the piston ring
when pushing out the scraper ring.
► Rotate the crankshaft until the piston with the
inserted piston ring pushes the scraper ring out of
the cylinder liner.
164
275779-001
Back up the cylinder liner if necessary.
► Remove the scraper ring, feeler gauge and piston
ring.

Use special tool (I). Page 120

► Mark the installation position of the connecting
rod (3) and connecting rod bearing cover (2) in
relation to each other.
► Unscrew the connecting rod bolts (1) and remove
the connecting rod bearing cover.
► Ensure that the cracked separating surface is
not damaged at the connecting rod (3) or on
the connecting rod bearing cover. Replace
the connecting rod and connecting rod
bearing cover if necessary.
► Push the connecting rod away from the
165 connecting rod bearing pin on the crankshaft.
275794-001
Rotate the crankshaft if necessary.
► Remove the connecting rod bearing shells (4) and
(5) and mark which is for the connecting rod
bearing cover and which is for the connecting rod.
► Push the piston (6) with the connecting rod
upwards and out of the cylinder liner and remove
it.
► Ensure that the cylinder liner is not damaged
in this process.
► Replace the cylinder liner if
necessary. Page 138
► Only screw on the connecting rod bearing
cover if the connecting rod bearing shell is
inserted in the connecting rod.
► Mark the installation position on the piston and the
connecting rod to the crank case.
The direction arrow must point in the direction of
travel. The connecting rod bearing cover and
connecting rod are marked in relation to one
another using the reference number (7).

Disassembly
► Clamp the connecting rod with the piston in a
vice.
► Ensure to use soft cheeks for clamping.

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► Remove the piston rings (1), (2) and (3) from top
to bottom.

166
275811-001

► Remove the circlips (3).

► Remove piston pin (2).
► Remove the piston (1) from the connecting
rod (4).

167
275805-001

Checking
► Check piston for dust damage, seizing traces,
scratches, cracks or other traces of wear.
Replace piston if necessary.

► Check height play (a) of piston rings (2) on

piston (1), using a feeler gauge.
1 Vertical play a: Page 122
► When one piston ring is worn, all piston rings
of the piston in question must be replaced.
2
► If one of the piston ring grooves is worn, the
piston must be replaced.

a2301252 168
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► Checking the joint play (b) of the piston rings:

► Align the piston rings (2) using the
installation position of the piston (1) for the
corresponding cylinder liner (3).
► Clean the cylinder liner and lightly oil it with
engine oil.
► Insert the piston ring in the upper cylinder
liner.
► Push the piston ring with the piston head into
the lower unused area of the cylinder liner
and then remove the piston again.
169 ► The piston ring is aligned using the piston.
275830-001
► Remove the hose spring on the chamfered
ring.
► Check the joint play (b) on the piston ring
using a feeler gauge (4).
► Joint play: Page 122
► Check the joint play on all piston rings.
► When one piston ring is worn, all piston rings
of the piston in question must be replaced.

170
275839-001

Assembly
► Check piston and piston rings. Page 126
► Check the connecting rods. Page 136

► Assemble piston (2) and connecting rod (3) by

inserting the piston pin (1).
► It must be possible to push the piston pin (1)
into the piston easily with the fingers and the
1 piston pin must not slide out again due to its
own weight.
2 ► Apply a little oil to the piston pin.
► Observe the installation position.
3
► In addition, observe the specifications of the
"Connecting rod" chapter. Page 133
► Insert new safety rings.
171 The opening on the safety ring must face the
181396-001 connecting rod.

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171363-001

► Insert the hose spring (1) of the piston ring (2) into
the corresponding groove on the piston (3).
► Ensure that the hose spring offset from the
hose spring joint (6) to the piston ring joint is
approx. 180°.
► Install the piston rings (2), (4) and (5).
► Observe the installation position of the
different piston rings.
► See technical specifications: Page 122
► Ensure that the "TOP" mark points to the
piston head.
► Ensure that the joint ends of the piston ring
are installed with a 120° offset with respect
to one another.

173
275870-001

Installation
► Check cylinder liners. Page 141
► Check connecting rod bearing pin of the
crankshaft. Page 147

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Use special tool (III). Page 120

► Insert ram (1).
III Observe the installation position.

174
181553-001

Use special tool (I). Page 120

► Slide the piston (1) into the cylinder line until the
connecting rod (3) is almost in contact with the
connecting rod bearing pin (8) of the crankshaft.
► Ensure that the cylinder liner is not scratched
or damaged in the process.
► Replace the cylinder liner if necessary.
► The direction arrow (2) must point in the
direction of travel.
► If necessary, turn the crankshaft so that the
connecting rod is not resting on the
175 connecting rod bearing pin or ballast weight.
275940-001
► Insert connecting rod bearing shell (4).
On a used connecting rod bearing shell (4), note
the designation on the connecting rod (3). There
are various connecting rod bearing shells (4) and
(5) fitted in the connecting rod bearing cover (7)
and in the connecting rod. The twist lock on the
connecting rod bearing shell (4) must be seated in
the connecting rod groove.
► Position the connecting rod bearing cover (7)
together with the connecting rod bearing shell (5).
The twist lock on the connecting rod bearing shell
must be seated in the groove for the connecting
rod bearing cover.
176 ► The connecting rod bearing cover and
275957-001 connecting rod are marked as a pair by the
reference number (6) and must not be
swapped.
► Screw in bolts (9).
Tightening torque: Page 122

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► Insert scraper ring (1) into the cylinder liner (2).

If the piston and the cylinder liner have been
replaced, a new scraper ring must be fitted.

177
275983-001

► Measure the piston excess dimension. Page

122
► Install the oil spray nozzles. Page 338
► Install the oil pump. Page 351
► Install the oil pan. Page 82
► Install the cylinder head (OM 470 LA). Page
203
► Install the cylinder head (OM 471 LA). Page
220
► Install the camshaft housing. Page 185
► Install the reinforcing frame. Page 177
► Install the cylinder head valve cover. Page
172
► Fill the oil circuit. Page 336

Measuring the excess dimension

Using special tools (IV) and (V): Page 120
1 ► Measure the piston excess dimension (c) without
1
the cylinder head gasket being in place.
Piston excess dimension: Page 122
► Ensure that no deposits or soiling
accumulates on the piston head and on the
cylinder head surface.
► Measure the piston excess dimension (c) in the
direction of the piston pin at (1) in order to
eliminate the piston slap play.

178
181596-001

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IV

1
V

179
250748-001

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Connecting rod

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Connecting rod
Observe marks at (7).
2 Connecting rod bearing cover
Observe marks at (7).
3 Connecting rod bearing bush
4 Slightly coat piston pin with engine oil
5 Connecting rod bearing shells
Do not confuse the connecting rod bearing
shells.
6 Connecting rod bearing shells
Do not confuse the connecting rod bearing
shells.
7 Mark of connecting rod - connecting rod bearing
cover
8 Connecting rod bolt
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Tighten the bolts in two steps:
1 150 Nm
2 90°
Observe the shaft length (f).
8 Connecting rod bolt
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Tighten the bolts in two steps:
1 180 Nm
2 90°
Observe the shaft length (f).
a Inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Target value: 55.070 to 55.080 mm
a Inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Target value: 58.070 to 58.080 mm
b Outer diameter of the piston pin
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Target value: 54.994 to 55.000 mm
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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b Outer diameter of the piston pin
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Target value: 57.994 to 58.000 mm
c Piston pin clearance
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Radial: 0.070 to 0.086 mm
c Piston pin clearance
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Radial: 0.070 to 0.088 mm
d Connecting rod bearing inner diameter
(with the connecting rod bearing shells inserted)
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Standard: 90.057 to 90.102 mm
Deviation 0.25: 89.807 to 89.852 mm
Deviation 0.50: 89.557 to 89.602 mm
Deviation 0.75: 89.307 to 89.352 mm
Deviation 1.00: 89.057 to 89.102 mm
d Connecting rod bearing inner diameter
(with the connecting rod bearing shells inserted)
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Standard: 95.060 to 95.115 mm
Deviation 0.25: 94.810 to 94.865 mm
Deviation 0.50: 94.560 to 94.615 mm
Deviation 0.75: 94.310 to 94.365 mm
Deviation 1.00: 94.060 to 94.115 mm
e Connecting rod play
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Radial: 0.057 to 0.122 mm
e Connecting rod play
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Radial: 0.060 to 0.135 mm
f up to 74,3 mm Shaft length of connecting rod bolt (8)
Applies to: OM 470 LA
f up to 79 mm Shaft length of connecting rod bolt (8)
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Remove the piston. Page 124
► Disassemble the piston. Page 125

Checking
► Check the connecting rod bushing (1), connecting
rod bearing cover (2) and connecting rod bearing
position in the connecting rod (3).
► If it is coloured blue or has scores or
grooves, the connecting rod must be
replaced.
► Check the piston pin (4):
► If it is coloured blue or has scores or
grooves, the piston pin must be replaced.
► Check the piston boss on the piston.
► Replace the piston if necessary.
181 ► Check the inner diameter of the connecting rod
276287-001 bushing within the measuring range (a).
► Check the outer diameter of the piston pin (b):
► Check the measuring positions in the
specified order (1., 2. and 3.).
► The second and third measuring positions
are offset by around 60° each relative to the
first measuring position.
► Calculate the average value from the three
measured values.
► Replace the piston pin if necessary.
► Check the piston pin play (c):
► The piston pin play can be determined by
182 subtracting the mean diameter value of the
276288-001 piston pin from the inner diameter of the
connecting rod bushing.
► OM 470 LA example:
► Connecting rod bushing inner diameter:
55.070 mm
► Piston pin outer diameter: 55.000 mm
► c = 55.070 mm - 55.000 mm = 0.070 mm
► Replace the piston pin and connecting rod
with the connecting rod bearing cover if
necessary.

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► Check the connecting rod bearing shells (1) and

(2), the pick-up in the connecting rod (3) and the
pick-up in the connecting rod bearing cover (4) for
wear and damage:
► If any wear is found, all connecting rod
bearing shells can be replaced if all the
diameters for the connecting rod bearing pins
are within the tolerance range. (See the
crankshaft technical specifications Page
147)
► The connecting rod bearing shells must not
be reworked.
183 ► Check the connecting rod bearing inner
276289-001 diameter (d):
► Check the connecting rod bearing inner
diameter on the assembled connecting rod.
► Check the measuring positions in the
specified order (1st, 2nd and 3rd).
► Begin with the measuring distance (1st),
offset from the sectioning point (5) by 90°.
► The second and third measuring positions
are offset by around 60° each relative to the
first measuring position.
► Calculate the average value from the three
measured values.
► Replace the connecting rod bearing shells
and connecting rod with the connecting rod
bearing cover if necessary.

► Check the connecting rod play (e):

► The connecting rod play can be determined
by subtracting the mean diameter value of
the connecting rod bearing pin from the
mean value of the connecting rod bearing
inner diameter.
► OM 470 LA example:
► Connecting rod bearing inner diameter:
90.085 mm
► Diameter of connecting rod bearing pin:
89.994 mm (see crankshaft technical
data) Page 147)
► e = 90.085 mm - 89.994 mm = 0.091 mm

Installation
► Check the connecting rod bearing pin.
See crankshaft. Page 147
► Check the connecting rods. Page 136

► Assemble the piston. Page 127

► Install the piston. Page 128

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Cylinder liner

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Removal and installation tool 1
00 1998 590 0

184
274349-001

Special tool (II) Pcs.

Clock gauge 1
60 0500 530 3

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Sealing rings
2 Cylinder liner
3 Crank case
4 Scraper ring
a 0.140 to Cylinder liner excess length
0.270 mm
Applies to: OM 470 LA, OM 471 LA
Permissible difference between protrusions on a
single cylinder liner: Up to 0.09 mm
Permissible difference between protrusions
across all cylinder liners: Up to 0.09 mm
b 124.990 to Diameter of cylinder bore
125.010 mm
Applies to: OM 470 LA
b 131.990 to Diameter of cylinder bore
132.010 mm
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175
► Remove the camshaft housing. Page 181
► Remove the cylinder head (OM 470 LA). Page
199
► Remove the cylinder head (OM 471 LA). Page
216
► Remove the piston. Page 124

Use special tool (I). Page 138

► Mark the installation position of the cylinder
liner (1) in relation to the crankcase (2).
► This is required only if the cylinder liner is re-
used.
► Tighten the studs (3) until they are hand-tight.

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274365-001 188

Use special tool (I). Page 138

► Attach the leaf (1) with a joint to the spindle (2).
► Insert the leaf into the cylinder liner (3).
The guide collar on the leaf must sit underneath
on the collar for the cylinder liner.
If the cylinder liner is damaged, the cylinder liner
must be replaced.
► Attach the reinforcing bar (4) onto the spindle and
studs (6) and screw it in place.
► Screw the nut (5) onto the spindle until the leaf is
touching the cylinder liner.
Ensure that the leaf is correctly seated on the
cylinder liner.

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► Pull out the cylinder liner (1) by turning the nut (2).
► Remove the special tool.

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► Remove the sealing rings (1) from the cylinder

liner (2).

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► Plug all openings tightly.

Checking
Use brake cleaner and a lint-free cleaning cloth.
► Clean the cylinder liner hole.
► Clean the upper centring seat (1).
► Vacuum the upper centring seat and clean it
using compressed air.
► Clean the lower collar seat (2).
► If the collar seat is scored or damaged, the
crank case must be replaced.
► Clean the separating surface (3).
► Vacuum the separating surface and clean it
using compressed air.
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► Vacuum all openings and clean them using
compressed air.
► Clean the cylinder liner (4).
► Clean the grooves (5), centring chamfer (6) and
thread (7).
► Check the centring chamfer (6) and thread (7) for
damage.
► Replace the cylinder liner and pistons if
necessary.
► Check the centring seat (1) and collar seat (2) for
damage.

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► Replace the crank case if necessary.

► Coat the contact face of the cylinder liner with
engine oil.

Installation
► Check cylinder liners. Page 141

► Coat the new sealing rings (1) with clean engine

oil and position them in the grooves.
► Ensure that the sealing rings are not twisted
when inserting them.
► The sealing rings must lie flat against the top
of the grooves and the rounded side must
face outwards.

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► Insert the cylinder liner (1) in the crank case (2).

► If necessary, observe the markings for the
installation position on the cylinder liner.
► If a new cylinder liner is fitted, the piston
rings on the piston must be
replaced. Page 125

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Use special tool (I). Page 138

► Tighten the studs (1) until they are hand-tight.
► Screw the assembly handles (2) into the push-in
panel (3).
► Fit the push-in panel (3) onto the cylinder liner (4).
► The designation (5) must indicate the opposite
side to the power output side.

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Use special tool (I). Page 138

► Lightly lubricate the contact face of the spindle (1)
on the push-in panel (4).
► Screw the nut (5) onto the spindle.
► Place the spindle with reinforcing bar (2) on the
studs (3) and screw it down.
The ball in the spindle must be seated in the
depression of the push-in panel.
► Push in the cylinder liner by turning the nut (5).
► Maximum tightening torque for the nuts:
10 Nm
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► Measure the excess dimension of the cylinder

liners. Page 139

► Remove the spindle (1) together with the

reinforcing bar (2) and push-in panel (4).
► Unscrew the studs (3).
► Remove the assembly handles (5).

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► Measure the cylinder bore. Page 139

► Install the piston. Page 128
► Install the cylinder head (OM 470 LA). Page
203
► Install the cylinder head (OM 471 LA). Page
220
► Install the camshaft housing. Page 185
► Install the reinforcing frame. Page 177
► Install the cylinder head valve cover. Page
172

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Measuring the excess dimension

274682-001 197

Use special tools (I) and (II). Page 138

► Measure the excess length of the cylinder liners.
Cylinder liner excess length (a): Page 139
Carry out four measurements (1 to 4) per cylinder
liner.
If the excess length of a cylinder liner (a) is outside of
the tolerance, the cylinder liner or the crankcase must
be replaced.

Measuring the cylinder bore

Use special tool (II). Page 138
► Measure the inner diameter at the upper return
point of the first piston ring (4).
► Complete the measurements in both
measuring directions (b) and (c).
► Inner diameter: Page 139
When measuring an out-of-roundness:
► Replace the cylinder liner.
The cylinder liner must not be reworked!

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Crankshaft

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Clock gauge 1
60 0500 530 3

199
268255-001

Special tool (II) Pcs.

Measuring gauge holder 1
00 1992 874 0

200
268245-001

Special tool (III) Pcs.

Puller 1
00 1998 582 0

201
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Special tool (IV) Pcs.

Slide hammer puller 1
00 1992 873 0

202
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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Crankshaft
2 Connecting rod bearing pin
3 Flange bearing journal
4 Thrust washer for thrust bearing
5 Thrust washer for thrust bearing
6 Thrust bearing
7 Thrust bearing for crankshaft bearing cap
8 Mounting bolts for the crankshaft bearing cap
Tightening diagram:
– Check the shaft length (f).
– Lightly coat the bolts with engine oil.
– Tighten the bolts until they are hand-tight.
– Tighten the bolts (8.1 - 8.14) in the specified
order (8.1 -8.14) in four steps in accordance
with the tightening specification.
Tightening specification:
1 50 Nm
2 150 Nm
3 300 Nm
4 90 °
a Connecting rod bearing pin diameter
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Standard: 89.980 to 90.000 mm
Deviation 0.25: 89.730 to 89.750 mm
Deviation 0.5: 89.480 to 89.500 mm
Deviation 0.75: 89.230 to 89.250 mm
Deviation 1.0: 88.980 to 89.000 mm
a Connecting rod bearing pin diameter
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Standard: 94.980 to 95.000 mm
Deviation 0.25: 94.730 to 94.750 mm
Deviation 0.5: 94.480 to 95.500 mm
Deviation 0.75: 94.230 to 94.250 mm
Deviation 1.0: 93.980 to 94.000 mm
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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b Width of connecting rod bearing pin
Applies to: OM 470 LA
Standard: 45.000 to 45.100 mm
Deviation 0.25: 45.000 to 45.100 mm
Deviation 0.5: 45.000 to 45.100 mm
Deviation 0.75: 45.000 to 45.100 mm
Deviation 1.0: 45.000 to 45.100 mm
b Width of connecting rod bearing pin
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Standard: 47.500 to 47.600 mm
Deviation 0.25: 47.500 to 47.600 mm
Deviation 0.5: 47.500 to 47.600 mm
Deviation 0.75: 47.500 to 47.600 mm
Deviation 1.0: 47.500 to 47.600 mm
c Inner diameter of the main bearing pin, width of
the flange bearing journal
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Standard: 113.980 to 144.00 mm
Width: 47.500 to 47.600 mm
Deviation 0.25: 113.7300 to 113.750 mm
Width deviation 0.5: 48.000 to 48.100 mm
Deviation 0.5: 113.480 to 113.500 mm
Width deviation 0.5: 48.500 to 48.100 mm
Deviation 0.75: 113.230 to 113.250 mm
Width deviation 1.0: 48.500 to 48.600 mm
Deviation 1.0: 112.980 to 113.000 mm
Width deviation 1.0: 48.500 to 48.600 mm
d Wall thickness of the thrust washers
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Standard: 3.500 to 3.550 mm
Deviation 0.5: 3.750 to 3.800 mm
Deviation 1.0: 4.000 to 4.050 mm
e Axial play of the main bearing
Applies to: OM 471 LA
0.200 to 0.401 mm
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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f Bolt shaft length
When new: 172,5 mm
Permitted value: Up to 175.5 mm
g Inner diameter of the main crankshaft bearing in
installed condition
Applies to: OM 471 LA
Standard: 114.065 to 114.115 mm
Deviation 0.25: 113.815 to 113.865 mm
Deviation 0.5: 113.565 to 113.615 mm
Deviation 0.75: 113.315 to 113.365 mm
Deviation 1.00: 113.065 to 113.115 mm
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removing the main crankshaft bearing

► Remove oil pan. Page 80
► Remove the oil pump. Page 350
► Attach the cranking tool.
See Cranking the engine. Page 60

Use special tools (I) and (II). Page 145

► Attach the special tool (I) with pretension to the
thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap (1) and the
side (2) of the crankshaft.
Position the special tool (II) on a flat surface on
the thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap.
► Use a suitable lever (3) to push and hold the
crankshaft in place on the front stop of the thrust-
bearing crankshaft bearing cap (3).
► Set the scale for the special tool (I) to "0".
► Push the crankshaft against the rear stop of the
thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap and read
the measured value.
The axial play can be calculated as the measured
value from stop to stop.
Axial play: Page 147
► Remove special tool (I) and (II).

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► Check the designation for the crankshaft bearing

cover (1) and thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing
cover (2).
► Re-mark them if necessary.
► All crankshaft bearing covers (1) and thrust-
bearing crankshaft bearing covers (2) are
marked with reference numbers.
► The reference numbers are installed in
ascending order opposite the power output
side.
► Loosen the bolts (3) on the crankshaft bearing
covers (1) and the thrust-bearing crankshaft
bearing cover (2).
The bolts must only be loosened, not fully
undone, as this would otherwise cause the
crankshaft to lower too far, resulting in damage to
the front and rear crankshaft radial seal.

Only one crankshaft bearing cap (1) may be removed,

as this would otherwise cause the crankshaft to lower
too far, resulting in damage to the front and rear
crankshaft radial seal.
► Unscrew bolts (2).
► Check whether the crankshaft bearing cap (1) has
become loose and could fall down as a result. If
the crankshaft bearing cap is damaged, the crank
case must be replaced.

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Use special tools (III) and (IV). Page 145

► Insert clamping bolts (1) into the bolt holes and
clamp them down by tightening the bolts (2).
► Position the special tool (III), connect it to the
clamping bolts and screw it on using the nuts (3).
► Attach the special tool (IV) to the special tool (III).
► Pull out the crankshaft bearing cap (4) using the
special tools (IV) and (III).
If the crankshaft bearing cap is damaged, the
crank case must be replaced.
► Remove the special tool (IV).
► Remove the special tool (III) and remove the
clamping bolts (1) by undoing the screws (2).

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► Remove the main bearing housing (1) on the

crankshaft bearing cap (2).
Mark the installation position of the main bearing
housing.

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► Push out and remove the upper main bearing

housing (1) from the crank case.
► The slide direction (2) of the main bearing housing
must be chosen to ensure that the twist lock (3) of
the main bearing housing is pushed out of the
crank case.
► If necessary, rotate the crankshaft (4) in the
slide direction (2) until the main bearing
housing has been pushed out of the crank
case and can be removed.
► Clean the main bearing pins on the crankshaft
with a lint-free cloth and check them for wear.
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► Clean the main bearing housings (1) and (2) with

a lint-free cloth and check them for wear.
► Check whether the main bearing housings are
fitted as standard or with a deviation.
Main bearing housings fitted as standard can be
recognised by the stamped STD letter series on
the rear. If they are fitted with a deviation, the
corresponding deviation is stamped instead.
If the main bearing housings are replaced, they
must always be fitted in the same way as before.

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► Oil the main bearing pins on the crankshaft (2)

and the upper main bearing housing (1) with
engine oil.
► Push the upper main bearing housing in the slide
direction (3) into the crank case and note the
position of the twist lock (4) when doing so.
The main bearing housing (1) together with the
surrounding oil groove and oil hole must be
installed in the crank case.
If necessary, rotate the crankshaft (2) in the slide
direction (3) until the upper main bearing housing
has been fully pushed into the crank case.
The twist lock (4) on the main bearing housing
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must be positioned in the groove in the crank
case designed for this purpose.

► Check the shaft length of the bolts (4).

If the permissible shaft length has been
exceeded, the corresponding screw must be
replaced.
Shaft length: Page 147
► Insert the main bearing housing (2) on the
crankshaft bearing cap (1).
► Oil the contact face of the main bearing housing
with engine oil.
The twist lock (3) on the main bearing housing (2)
must be positioned in the groove in the crankshaft
bearing cap (1) designed for this purpose.
212 ► Oil the bolts (4) with engine oil.
282834-001
► Install the crankshaft bearing cap with the main
bearing housing inserted.
► Screw in the bolts into the corresponding
crankshaft bearing cap.
The bolt heads must be in contact with the
crankshaft bearing cap.

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Only one crankshaft bearing cap (1) may be removed,

as this would otherwise cause the crankshaft to lower
too far, resulting in damage to the front and rear
crankshaft radial seal.
► Unscrew the bolts (3) on the thrust-bearing
crankshaft bearing cap (2).
The thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap is
marked with the number "6".
If the thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap is
damaged, the crank case must be replaced.

► Insert clamping bolts (1) into the bolt holes and

clamp them down by tightening the bolts (2).
► Position the special tool (III), connect it to the
clamping bolts and screw it on using the nuts (3).
► Attach the special tool (IV) to the special tool (III).
► Pull out the thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing
cap (4) using the special tools (IV) and (III).
If the thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap is
damaged, the crank case must be replaced.
► Remove the special tools (III) and (IV).

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► Remove the thrust washers (1) on the thrust-

bearing crankshaft bearing cap (2).
Mark the installation position of the thrust washers
in relation to the thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing
cap.
► Remove the main bearing housing (3).

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► Push out both upper thrust washers (1) on the

thrust bearing from the crank case.
Mark the installation position of the thrust washer.

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► Push out and remove the main bearing

housing (1) from the crank case.
The slide direction (2) of the main bearing housing
must be chosen to ensure that the twist lock (3) of
the main bearing housing is pushed out of the
crank case.
If necessary, rotate the crankshaft in the slide
direction (2) until the main bearing housing has
been pushed out of the crank case and can be
removed.
► Clean the main bearing pins on the crankshaft (4)
with a lint-free cloth and check them for wear.
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► Clean the main bearing housings (1) and (2) with

a lint-free cloth and check them for wear.
► Check whether the main bearing housings are
fitted as standard or with a deviation.
Main bearing housings fitted as standard can be
recognised by the stamped STD letter series on
the rear. If they are fitted with a deviation, the
corresponding deviation is stamped instead.
If the main bearing housings are replaced, they
must always be fitted in the same way as before.

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► Clean the thrust washers (1) and (2) with a lint-

free cloth and check them for wear.
► Check the wall thickness. Page 147
► Check whether the thrust bearing thrust washers
are fitted as standard or with a deviation.
You can recognise thrust washers fitted as
standard by the stamped STD letter series on the
rear. If they are fitted with a deviation, the
corresponding deviation is stamped instead. The
standard design is marked on some thrust
washers with a red mark (3) on the joints.
► Assign the thrust washers to the crankshaft axial
play that was measured previously.
If the previously measured crankshaft axial play
deviates from the target value, it must be
balanced out using thrust washers of the
appropriate wall thickness.
If the thrust washers are replaced, only thrust
washers of the same design and the same wall
thickness may be installed.

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► Oil the main bearing pins on the crankshaft (1)

and upper main bearing housing (2) with engine
oil.
► Push the upper main bearing housing (2) in the
slide direction (3) into the crank case and note the
position of the twist lock (4) when doing so.
The main bearing housing together with the
surrounding oil groove and oil hole must be
installed in the crank case. If necessary, rotate the
crankshaft in the slide direction (3) as far as
possible until the upper main bearing housing has
been fully pushed into the crank case. The twist
lock (4) on the main bearing housing must be
221 positioned in the groove in the crank case
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► Oil the thrust washers (1) with engine oil.

► Push the thrust washers on the thrust bearing into
the crank case.
When installing thrust washers, note the
designation. The oil grooves (2) on the thrust
washers must face the sides of the crankshaft (3).

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► Insert the main bearing housing (1) on the

crankshaft bearing cap (4).
► Oil the contact faces of the main bearing housing
with engine oil.
The twist lock (2) on the main bearing housing
must be positioned in the groove (3) in the
crankshaft bearing cap (4) designed for this
purpose.
► Insert the thrust washer (5) on the side of the
crankshaft bearing cap (4).
► Oil the contact faces of the thrust washers with
engine oil.
► When installing thrust washers, note the
designation.
The oil grooves (6) on the thrust washers must
point outwards.

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► Oil the bolts (1) with engine oil.

► Install the crankshaft bearing cap (2) with the
main bearing housing and thrust washer inserted.
► Tighten the bolts (1) until they are hand-tight.
The bolt heads must be in contact with the
crankshaft bearing cap (2).

224
282881-001

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282805-001 225

► Screw down the bolts (3) on the crankshaft

bearing covers (1) and the thrust-bearing
crankshaft bearing cover (2) in accordance with
the tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 147

Use special tools (I) and (II). Page 145

► Attach the special tool (I) with pretension to the
thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap (1) and the
side (2) of the crankshaft.
Position the special tool (II) on a flat surface on
the thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap.
► Use a suitable lever (3) to push and hold the
crankshaft in place on the front stop of the thrust-
bearing crankshaft bearing cap (3).
► Set the scale for the special tool (I) to "0".
► Push the crankshaft against the rear stop of the
thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap and read
the measured value.
The axial play can be calculated as the measured
value from stop to stop.
Axial play: Page 147
► Remove special tool (I) and (II).

226
282804-001

► Install the oil pump. Page 351

► Install the oil pan. Page 82

Checking the connecting rod bearing pin

► Check crankshaft for damage and cracks, replace
the crankshaft if necessary.

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► Check the diameter (a) of the connecting rod

bearing pin:
The diameters of the connecting rod bearing pins
must have the same machining step.
► Check the measuring positions in the
specified order (1., 2. and 3.).
► The second and third measuring positions
are offset by around 60° each relative to the
first measuring position.
► Calculate the average value from the three
measured values.
► The inner diameters of the connecting rod
227
276448-001 bearing shells and the diameter of the
connecting rod bearing pins must have the
same machining step (standard or deviation)
in order to achieve the correct connecting rod
bearing play. (See the connecting rod
technical specifications Page 133)
► Machine or replace the crankshaft (1) if
necessary.

Checking the flange bearing journal

► Clean the flange bearing journal (1) of the
crankshaft (2) with a lint-free cleaning cloth.
► Attach the special tool (I) to the quick-release
button for the inner measurements (3) and set the
outside micrometer on the smallest measurement
of the flange bearing journal width (a).
Note the 5 mm pretension.
Width of the flange bearing journal: Page 147
If the measured value is outside of the tolerance,
the crankshaft must be replaced.

228
282889-001

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► Position the left and right thrust washers (1) on

the thrust bearing in the crank case (2).
Only thrust washers (1) and (3) with the same wall
thickness may be installed. The dimensions
specified in the installation stages (standard or
deviation) must be maintained.
► Using an outside micrometer, measure the thrust
bearing in the crank case (2) with the two thrust
washers (1), and note down the value (b).
► Remove the thrust washers (1) again.
► Position both the left and right thrust washers (3)
on the thrust-bearing crankshaft bearing cap (4).
229 Only thrust washers (1) and (3) with the same wall
282892-001 thickness may be installed. The dimensions
specified in the installation stages (standard or
deviation) must be maintained.
► Using an outside micrometer, measure the thrust-
bearing crankshaft bearing cap (4) with the two
thrust washers (3) and note down the value (c).
► Remove thrust washers (3).
► Determine the thickness of the thrust washers (1)
and (3).
The axial play can be calculated by subtracting
value (a) from value (b) or value (c) respectively.
Axial play: Page 147

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179608-001
Oscillation damper

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Punch 1
00 1992 879 0

230
270995-001

Special tool (II) Pcs.

Socket 1
00 1992 952 0

231
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Technical specifications

276859-001 232

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Oscillation damper
2 Splash ring
3 200 Nm Mounting bolts
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the fan drive belt.
See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Remove the fan drive pulley.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the alternator drive belt.
See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Block the engine so it will not rotate.
Install the special tool from the "Cranking the
engine" chapter. Page 60

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Use special tools (I) and (II). Page 161

► Loosen bolts (1).
► Unscrew a bolt on the left-hand side of the
oscillation damper (2).
► Screw in the special tool (II).
► Unscrew all other bolts.
► Remove the oscillation damper.

233
276803-001

► Remove the splash ring (1).

234
276804-001

Installation
► Install the splash ring (1).
The splash ring must be installed with the flat side
against the oscillation damper.

235
276804-001

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Use special tools (I) and (II). Page 161

► Screw in the special tool (II).
► Install the oscillation damper (2) using the special
tool (II).
► Screw in bolts (1) hand-tight.
► Unscrew the special tool (II) and tighten the bolts
until they are hand-tight.
► Screw down the bolts.
Tightening torque: Page 162

236
276803-001

► Install the alternator drive belt.

See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Install the fan drive pulley.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Install the fan drive belt.
See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Remove the engine blocking tool. Page 74

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179441-001
Flywheel

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Punch 1
00 1992 879 0

237
270995-001

Special tool (II) Pcs.

Socket 1
00 1992 952 0

238
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Technical specifications

276749-001 239

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 29 kg Flywheel
2 Flywheel ring gear
3 Flywheel mounting bolts
– Observe the shaft length (a).
– Tighten bolts in 2 steps as per tightening
specification.
Tightening specification:
1 200 Nm
2 90°
a Shaft length of bolts (3)
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the torsion dampers.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Block the engine so it will not rotate.
► Install the special tool from the "Cranking the
engine" chapter. Page 60

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► Disconnect the plug-in connection (1) and remove

the sensor (B600-MB).

240
275574-001

Use special tool (II). Page 165

► Undo the bolts (2) on the flywheel (1).
► Unscrew two opposite bolts.

241
276617-001

Use special tools (I) and (II). Page 165

► Bolt down special tool (I).
► Unscrew bolts (1).
► Remove flywheel (2).
► If necessary, squeeze off the flywheel by
screwing in two bolts.
► Remove the flywheel using the special
tool (I).

242
276623-001

Checking
► Check the flywheel for wear.
► Replace the flywheel if necessary. Page
168
► Check if the flywheel ring gear is worn.
► Replace the flywheel if necessary. Page
168
► Check flywheel flange for wear and run-in traces.
► Replace the flywheel if necessary. Page
168
► Check the guide bearing in the flywheel.
► If the guide bearing is worn or the flywheel is
replaced, replace the guide bearing.

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► Check the rear crankshaft seal.

► Replace the radial seal if
necessary. Page 89
► Check the shaft length (a) of the flywheel
mounting bolts. Page 166
► Replace the bolts if necessary.

Installation
Use special tool (I). Page 165
► Install the flywheel (1) using the fitted special
1 tool (I) and screw it down hand-tight using two
bolts (2).
3
► Observe the installation position of dowel
pin (2).
► Screw in bolts (3) hand-tight.
► Remove special tool (I).
► Screw in the remaining two bolts hand-tight.

243
183444-001

2
1

244
183442-001

► Block the engine so it will not rotate.

► Install the special tool from the "Cranking the
engine" chapter. Page 60

Use special tool (II). Page 165

► Tighten all bolts (1) crosswise.
Tightening torque: Page 166

245
276653-001

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► Install the sensor (B600-MB) together with a new

seal.
Tightening torque: Page 98
► Connect the plug-in connection (1).

246
275574-001

► Remove the special tool for blocking the

engine. Page 74
► Install the torsion damper.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.

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176086-001
Valve cover

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 473 LA

Technical specifications

268025-001 247

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 20 Nm Mounting bolt for cylinder head valve cover
2 20 Nm Mounting bolt for cylinder head valve cover
3 Valve cover
4 Seal
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Check the seal (1) for leaks.
If no leaks are found, the seal can be reused.
► Unscrew the heat safety guard (1).

248
268032-001

► Undo bolts (1) and (2).

The bolts are prevented from falling out.
► Remove cylinder head valve cover (3).

249
268027-001

Installation
► Check the uncoupling discs (1) on bolts (2) and
(3) for damage.
If the uncoupling discs are damaged, use new
bolts with new uncoupling discs.

250
267961-001

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► Clean the sealing faces (1): Page 20

► Install a new seal (2) if necessary.

251
267963-001

► Install the cylinder head valve cover (3).

► Tighten bolts (1) and (2).
Tightening torque: Page 171

252
268027-001

► Attach a heat safety guard (1).

Tightening torque: Page 171

253
267936-001

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176058-001
Reinforcing frame

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

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Technical specifications

267856-001 254

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Reinforcing frame
– Clean the sealing faces thoroughly.
2 Clamp
Applies to the OM 471 LA engine
3 10 Nm Bolts
4 1.5 Nm Nuts
X601.14 Electrical engine management plug-in
connection (MCM)
X602.14 Electrical engine management plug-in
connection (MCM)
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the valve cover: Page 172

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► Unscrew clamp (1).

Applies to the OM 471 LA engine.

255
267890-001

► Disconnect the plug-in connections (1) and (2).

256
267863-001

► Loosen bolts (1).

The bolts are prevented from falling out.

257
267877-001

► Undo the nuts (1) on the fuel injectors (Y608-MB

to Y613-MB).
The nuts are prevented from falling out.

258
267900-001

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► Expose the engine line set (1).

► Remove the reinforcing frame (2).
Clean all sealing faces.

259
267913-001

Installation

► Install a new seal (1) in the reinforcing frame (2) if

necessary.

260
267924-001

► Fit the reinforcing frame (1).

► Position the engine line set (2).

261
267929-001

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► Screw in the nuts (1) on the fuel injectors (Y608-

MB to Y613-MB).
Tightening torque: Page 175

262
267900-001

► Screw in the bolts (1 to 7) in the specified order

(1-7).
Tightening torque: Page 175

263
268452-001

► Screw in the plug-in connections (1) and (2).

264
267863-001

► Screw on clamp (1).

Applies to the OM 471 LA engine.
► Install the cylinder head valve cover: Page
172

265
267890-001

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176996-001
Camshaft housing

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

1 Adapter set 1
00 1998 585 0

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Technical specifications

271071-001 267

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 25 kg Camshaft housing
2 Seal
– Clean the sealing faces thoroughly. Page 20
3 10 Nm Bolt for the position sensor (B601-MB)
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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4 Mounting bolts for the camshaft
housing (OM 470 LA), (OM 471 LA) and
(OM 473 LA):
M10 x 111
Loosening diagram:
– Undo the mounting bolts (6.23 - 6.22) in the
specified order (6.23 - 6.22).
– First loosen the mounting bolts (5.21 - 5.8)
and (4.7 - 4.1) in the specified order (5.21 -
4.1), then unscrew them.
Tightening diagram:
– Check the shaft length of the bolts (4) and
(5).
– Tighten the mounting bolts (4.1 - 4.7) and
(5.8 - 5.21) until they are hand-tight.
– Tighten the mounting bolts (6.22 - 6.23) until
they are hand-tight.
– Tighten the mounting bolts (4.1 - 4.7) and
(5.8 - 5.21) in the specified order (4.1 - 5.21)
in two stages in accordance with the
tightening specification.
Tightening specification:
1 20 Nm
2 50 Nm
– Screw in the mounting bolts (6.22 - 6.23) in
the specified order (6.22 - 6.23).
If a mounting bolt was screwed in too tightly, a
new seal must be used.
5 Mounting bolts for the camshaft
housing (OM 470 LA), (OM 471 LA) and
(OM 473 LA):
M10 x 123
6 25 Nm Mounting bolts for the camshaft
housing (OM 470 LA), (OM 471 LA) and
(OM 473 LA):
M8 x 63
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175

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Use special tool (I). Page 179

► Attach the adapter set (1) to the camshaft
housing (2).

► Attach the cranking tool to the timing

housing. Page 72
► Set the engine to ignition TDC for the first cylinder
and lock it. Page 73
► Remove the inlet rocker arm
mechanism. Page 229
► Remove the outlet rocker arm
mechanism. Page 235

► Disconnect the plug-in connection (B601-MB).

269
270760-001

► Disconnect the plug-in connection (B622-MB).

270
270762-001

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► Unscrew bolts (1).

► Remove the bracket (2) for the air intake hose.

271
270798-001

► Remove the high-pressure lines (1) (OM 470

LA). Page 268
► Remove the high-pressure lines (1) (OM 471
LA). Page 276
► Remove the fuel return line (2) (OM 470
LA). Page 268
► Remove the fuel return line (2) (OM 471
LA). Page 276
► Remove the high-pressure lines (3) (OM 470
LA). Page 268
► Remove the high-pressure lines (3) (OM 471
LA). Page 276
272
270840-001

270847-001 273

► Remove the bolts (1), (2) and (3) of the camshaft

housing in accordance with the loosening
diagram.
Loosening diagram: Page 180

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► Remove the camshaft housing (1) together with

the camshaft.
► Remove seal (2).

274
271142-001

270867-001 275

Only if the camshaft housing with camshaft bearing

bridges is replaced:
► Remove the adapter set (2) and template (3).

► Remove sealing ring (1).

276
270883-001

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Only if the camshaft housing together with the

camshaft bearing bridges is replaced:
► Remove the seals (1).
► Remove sensor (B601-MB).

277
270979-001

Only if the camshaft housing together with the

camshaft bearing bridges is replaced:
► Remove the camshaft. Page 190
► Remove the rail (OM 470 LA). Page 268
► Remove the rail (OM 471 LA). Page 276

Installation
► Clean the sealing faces. Page 20
► Install the rail (OM 470 LA). Page 270
► Install the rail (OM 471 LA). Page 278
► Install the camshaft. Page 191

► Install the sensor (B601-MB) with new sealing

rings.
For the tightening torque, see: Page 180
► Insert new seals (1).

278
270979-001

► Insert new sealing ring (1).

279
270883-001

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► Attach the adapter set (2) and template (3).

► Insert new seal (2).

► Install the camshaft housing (1).
► Check the position of the marking on the
camshaft wheels in relation to the marking on
the template (3).
► Align the camshaft wheels if necessary.
► Select the designations on the template
depending on the capacity variant.

281
271142-001

270847-001 282

► Screw down the bolts (1), (2) and (3) of the

camshaft housing in accordance with the
tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 180

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► Attach the high-pressure lines (3) (OM 470

LA). Page 270
► Attach the high-pressure lines (3) (OM 471
LA). Page 278
► Attach the fuel return line (2) (OM 470
LA). Page 270
► Attach the fuel return line (2) (OM 471
LA). Page 278
► Attach the high-pressure lines (1) (OM 470
LA). Page 270
► Attach the high-pressure lines (1) (OM 471
LA). Page 278
283
270840-001

► Screw on the bracket (2) using bolts (1).

284
270798-001

► Connect the plug-in connection (B622-MB).

285
270762-001

► Connect the plug-in connection (B601-MB).

286
270760-001

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► Install the inlet rocker arm mechanism. Page

231
► Install the outlet rocker arm mechanism. Page
238
► Remove the special tool if necessary.
See the "Setting the engine to ignition TDC"
chapter. Page 73
► Attach the crankshaft position sensor (B600-
MB). Page 98
► Remove the cranking tool from the timing
housing. Page 74

270714-001 287

► Remove the adapter set (1) from the camshaft

housing (2).

► Attach the reinforcing frame. Page 177

► Install the valve cover. Page 172
► Start the diesel engine and let it run at idle speed
for 10 s min.
► Switch off the diesel engine and check for leaks.

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177397-001
Camshaft

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Technical specifications

271718-001 288

Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Camshaft bearing bridges
2 Camshaft housing Page 179
3 6 kg Intake camshaft
4 7,9 kg Outlet camshaft
5 Gear train Page 251
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Value CCN Remark / designation

6 25 Nm Mounting bolts (OM 470 LA), (OM 471 LA) and
(OM 473 LA):
M8 x 63
Loosening diagram:
– First loosen the mounting bolts (8.28 - 8.15)
and (7.14 - 7.8) in the specified order (8.28 -
7.8), then unscrew them.
– First loosen the mounting bolts (6.7 - 6.1) in
the specified order (6.7 - 6.1), then unscrew
them.
Tightening diagram:
– Check the shaft length of the bolts (7) and
(8).
– Screw on the mounting bolts (6.1 - 6.7) in
the specified order (6.1 - 6.7).
– Tighten the mounting bolts (7.8 - 7.14) and
(8.15 - 8.28) in the specified order (7.8 -
8.28) in two stages in accordance with the
tightening specification.
Tightening specification:
1 20 Nm
2 50 Nm
7 Mounting bolts for the camshaft
housing (OM 470 LA), (OM 471 LA) and
(OM 473 LA):
M10 x 111
8 Mounting bolts for the camshaft
housing (OM 470 LA), (OM 471 LA) and
(OM 473 LA):
M10 x 123
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175
► Attach the cranking tool to the timing
housing. Page 72
► Set the engine to ignition TDC. Page 73
The setting must not be changed while fitting or
removing the camshaft. If necessary, repeat the
work steps.
► Remove the inlet rocker arm
mechanism. Page 229
► Remove the outlet rocker arm
mechanism. Page 235

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► Remove the bolts (1), (2) and (3) in accordance

with the loosening diagram.
Loosening diagram: Page 189

► Remove the camshaft bearing bridges (1).

► Remove the inlet camshaft (2) and outlet
camshaft (3).

290
271423-001

Installation
► Check the camshaft. Page 193

► Install the inlet camshaft (1) and outlet

camshaft (2).
Oil the camshafts with engine oil.
The designations on the gearwheels (3) must
match the designations on the template (4).
► Select the designations on the template
depending on the capacity variant.

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► Install the camshaft bearing bridges (1).

Note the installation position. The front and rear
camshaft bearing bridge is marked with "FRONT"
or "REAR".
The numbers (3) on the remaining camshaft
bearing bridges and in the camshaft housing (2)
must match.

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► Screw in the bolts (1), (2) and (3) in accordance

with the tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 189

► Install the inlet rocker arm mechanism. Page

231
► Install the outlet rocker arm mechanism. Page
238
► Remove the cranking tool on the timing
housing. Page 74
► Remove the special tool.
See the "Setting the engine to ignition TDC"
chapter. Page 74
► Attach the crankshaft position sensor (B600-
MB). Page 98
► Attach the reinforcing frame. Page 177
► Install the valve cover. Page 172

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Checking
► Check the camshaft bearing bridges (1) and
camshaft housing (2) for scores, scratches or
other signs of wear.
Replace the camshaft bearing bridges and
camshaft housing if necessary.

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► Check the outlet camshaft (1) and inlet

camshaft (2) for scores, scratches or other signs
of wear.
Replace the outlet camshaft and inlet camshaft if
necessary.

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Cylinder head

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Measuring gauge holder 1
00 1992 874 0

296
268245-001

Special tool (II) Pcs.

Clock gauge 1
60 0500 530 3

297
268255-001

Special tool (III) Pcs.

Counter-bracket 1
00 1998 570 0

298
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Special tool (IV) Pcs.

Ring spanner insert 1
00 1998 568 0

299
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Special tool (V) Pcs.

1 Guide pin 1
000 1998 579 0

300
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Special tool (VIII) Pcs.

1 Socket 1
00 1992 952 0

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Cylinder head
2 Cylinder head screw (OM 470 LA) and
(OM 471 LA)
Loosening diagram:
– Unscrew the hexagon head bolts (3.39 -
3.40) in the specified order (3.39 - 3.40).
– First loosen the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) in the specified order (2.1 - 2.38), then
unscrew them.
Tightening diagram:
– Check shaft length (a).
– Slightly coat the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) and hexagon head bolts (3.39 - 3.40)
with engine oil on the thread and on the
support on the screw head.
– Tighten the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) and hexagon head bolts (3.39 - 3.40)
until they are hand-tight.
– Tighten the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) in the specified order (2.1 - 2.38) in
four steps in accordance with the tightening
specification.
Tightening specification:
1 50 Nm
2 100 Nm (OM 470 LA)
200 Nm (OM 471 LA)
3 90 °
4 90 °
If a cylinder head bolt was screwed in too tightly,
all bolts must be removed and checked if to see
whether they have a permitted shaft length (a).
In addition, a new cylinder head gasket must be
used.
– Screw in the hexagon head bolts (3.39 -
3.40) in the specified order (3.39 - 3.40).
3 60 Nm Hex. bolt
4 Cylinder head gasket
– Observe the installation position.
– Clean the sealing faces thoroughly. Page 20
5 Valve guides
– The plug gauge side marked with a "+" must
not be able to fit into the valve guide.

Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Value CCN Remark / designation

a Shaft length of the cylinder head
screw (OM 470 LA)
When new: 186 mm
Permitted value: Up to 188 mm
b up to 0,05 mm Allowed deviation of flatness of the lower
separating face over a length of 150 mm
c 0.7 to 1.1 mm Valve depth
(OM 470 LA)
0.7 to 1.1 mm
(OM 471 LA)
d 9.500 to Inner diameter of the valve guide (installed)
9.522 mm
(OM 470 LA)
9.500 to
9.522 mm
(OM 471 LA)
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Drain coolant. Page 357
► Remove the air intake pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the exhaust pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the charge air tube if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the coolant line if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175
► Remove the protection panel.
See exhaust turbo charger. Page 417
► Remove the exhaust gas recirculation line
upstream of the exhaust gas recirculation cooler.
See "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler": Page
370

► Remove the connecting rod (1) on the lever of the

exhaust gas recirculation actuator (2).
See "Exhaust gas recirculation actuator". Page
396

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► Remove the bleed hose (1) from the oil

separator (2).

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► Remove the bracket (1) from the exhaust turbo

charger (2).

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► Remove the bolts (1) from the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).

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► Remove the camshaft housing. Page 181

► Disconnect the plug-in connections (1), (2) and

(3).
► Undo the line (4) from the cylinder head.
► Disconnect the plug-in connections (5), (6), (8)
and (9).
► Detach the line (7) from the charge air tube.

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Use special tools (III) and (IV). Page 194

► Remove the fuel lines (1), (2) and (3).

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► Undo the bolts (1) on the connection flange (2).

► Remove the bolts (3) of the connection flange (2)
on the charge air tube (4).

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Use the special tool (VIII). Page 194

► Unscrew the cylinder head screws (1) and
hexagon head bolts (2) in accordance with the
loosening diagram.
Loosening diagram: Page 196

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WARNING
Lifting heavy components.
Risk of death or serious injury.
► Use a lifting tool with a sufficient bearing load.
► Use a lifting tool that operates reliably.
► Use the lifting tool on solid and even ground.
► Attach the lifting tool to the component at the
311 intended or a suitable position.
269145-001
► Only use faultless and sufficiently dimensioned
lifting accessories.
► Protect lifting accessories against sharp corners
and edges, for example using protectors.

► Suspend the cylinder head using a suitable lifting

device at the suspension eyes (1) intended for
this purpose.
► Ensure that the chains are fitted to the lifting
device vertically to the lifting eyes!
► Use a suitable supporting arm.
► Weight of the cylinder head: Page 196

► Raise the cylinder head (1).

► Ensure that the cylinder head is not tilted.
► If the cylinder head is raised, the connecting
piece (2) of the coolant flow tube (3) will be
pulled out.
► Position the cylinder head on two wooden slats.

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► Remove cylinder head gasket (1).

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► Remove the seal (1) between the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).

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Remove the following components if necessary:

► Remove the charge air housing and charge air
tube.
See the "Charge air housing" chapter. Page
435
► Remove the exhaust gas recirculation line,
exhaust gas recirculation hose and exhaust gas
recirculation cooler.
See the "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler"
chapter. Page 370
► Remove the exhaust manifold. Page 403
► Remove the rear suspension eyes. Page 76
► Remove the gearwheel from the cylinder head.
See the "Gearwheel drive" chapter. Page 257
► Remove injectors. Page 287

Installation
► Clean the cylinder head. Page 208
► Check the cylinder head. Page 209
Attach the following components if necessary:
► Install the injectors. Page 290
► Install the gearwheel in the cylinder head.
See the "Gearwheel drive" chapter. Page 259
► Attach the rear suspension eyes. Page 76
► Install exhaust manifold. Page 404
► Install the exhaust gas recirculation line, exhaust
gas recirculation hose and exhaust gas
recirculation cooler.
See the "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler"
chapter. Page 373
► Install the charge air housing and charge air tube.
See the "Charge air housing" chapter. Page
438

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► Install a new cylinder head gasket (1).

► Ensure that the part number on the cylinder
head gasket (1) points to the cylinder head.
► Note the centring pins (2) in the crank case.

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► Install a new seal (1) between the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).

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WARNING
Lifting heavy components.
Risk of death or serious injury.
► Use a lifting tool with a sufficient bearing load.
► Use a lifting tool that operates reliably.
► Use the lifting tool on solid and even ground.
► Attach the lifting tool to the component at the
317 intended or a suitable position.
269146-001
► Only use faultless and sufficiently dimensioned
lifting accessories.
► Protect lifting accessories against sharp corners
and edges, for example using protectors.

► Suspend the cylinder head using a suitable lifting

device at the suspension eyes (1) intended for
this purpose.
► Ensure that the chains are fitted to the lifting
device vertically to the lifting eyes!
► Use a suitable supporting arm.
► Weight of the cylinder head: Page 196

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Use special tool (V). Page 194

► Insert the guide pins (1) in the holes of the
cylinder head screws on the front and rear crank
case.
► Position the cylinder head (2) over the guide
pin (1) using lifting equipment.
► Slide on a new connecting piece (3).
Slide on the connecting piece until it reaches the
stop on the connector for the oil coolant
module (4).

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► Ensure that the front jockey pulley (1) is seated on

the ribbed V-belt (2).

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Use the special tool (VIII). Page 194

► Remove the guide pins.
► Screw in the cylinder head screws (1) and
hexagon head bolts (2) in accordance with the
tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 196

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► Screw in the bolts (3) of the connection flange (2)

on the charge air tube (4).
For the tightening torque, see: Page 433
► Screw the bolts (1) onto the connection flange (2).
For the tightening torque, see: Page 433

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Use special tools (III) and (IV). Page 194

► Install the fuel lines (1), (2) and (3).
► For the tightening torques, see the "Fuel filter
module" chapter: Page 325
► For the tightening torques, see the "High
pressure lines and rail" chapter: Page
267

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► Connect the plug-in connections (1), (2) and (3).

► Attach the line (4) to the cylinder head.
► Connect the plug-in connections (5), (6), (8) and
(9).
► Attach the line (7) to the charge air tube.

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► Adjust the pinion backlash. Page 264

► Install the camshaft housing. Page 185

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► Screw the bolts (1) to the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).
For the tightening torque, see: Page 415

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► Screw the bracket (1) to the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and crank case.
For the tightening torque, see: Page 415

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► Attach the bleed hose (1) to the oil separator (2).

Replace the sealing ring if necessary.

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► Attach the connecting rod (1) to the lever of the

exhaust gas recirculation actuator (2).
See "Exhaust gas actuator". Page 397

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► Install the exhaust gas recirculation line upstream

of the exhaust gas recirculation cooler.
See "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler". Page
373
► Attach the protection panel.
See exhaust turbo charger. Page 420
► Install the reinforcing frame. Page 177
► Install the cylinder head valve cover. Page
172
► Install the charge air tube if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Install the exhaust pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Install the air intake pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Install the coolant line if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Top up coolant. Page 357
► Pre-fill the lubricating oil system. Page 336
► Check the oil level.
► See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
Only if new fuel injectors were installed:
► Program the fuel injectors using the CDS.
► Fill the low-pressure fuel circuit on the engine.
► See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Start the diesel engine and let it run idling for at
least 1 minute.
► If the engine does not start or only runs for a
brief period, fill the low-pressure fuel circuit.
► See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Run the diesel engine at a higher speed.
► Switch off the diesel engine and check for leaks.

Cleaning
► Seal all drilled holes on the separating face of the
crank case to prevent dust entering.
► Clean the cylinder head.
► Clean the sealing faces. Page 20
► Blow out the tapped holes in the crank case using
compressed air.

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Checking
► Check the cylinder head gasket (1) on the drilled
holes of the combustion chamber.
► Area 2: The seal was gas-tight.
► Area 3: The seal was not gas-tight.

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► Check cylinder head gasket (1) near the sealing

rings (2).
► If the sealing ring is damaged, the cylinder
head gasket will leak gas.
► If the cylinder head gasket is leaking, the
cylinder head and crank case sealing faces
must be checked.

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► Clean the cylinder head sealing face.

► Evaluate the cylinder head sealing face using the
cylinder head gasket.
► Check that the cylinder head sealing face is level.
Dimension (b): Page 196
► Position a straight edge on all areas within
the sealing area of the cylinder head gasket
on the cylinder-head sealing face.
► When a gap is visible, the cylinder head must
be replaced.
► Check the cylinder head screw. Dimension (a):
Page 196
► If the permissible shaft length (a) is
exceeded, replace the cylinder head screw.

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Use special tool (II). Page 194

► Measure the valve depth (c) of valves (1).
Valve depth: Page 196
If the valve depth (c) is not within the permitted
tolerance, the cylinder head must be replaced.

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Only if the cylinder head and cylinder head gasket are

severely damaged:
► Remove the oil filter insert and check the fins of
the oil filter insert for abraded metal or bulging
from the outside.
► Replace the engine oil and oil filter.

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Cylinder head

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Work preparation
Utilities:
► Copper paste

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Measuring gauge holder 1
00 1992 874 0

331
268245-001

Special tool (II) Pcs.

Clock gauge 1
60 0500 530 3

332
268255-001

Special tool (III) Pcs.

Counter-bracket 1
00 1998 570 0

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Special tool (IV) Pcs.

Ring spanner insert 1
00 1998 568 0

334
272751-001

Special tool (V) Pcs.

1 Guide pin 1
000 1998 579 0

335
268238-001

Special tool (VIII) Pcs.

1 Socket 1
00 1992 952 0

336
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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Cylinder head
2 Cylinder head screw (OM 470 LA) and
(OM 471 LA)
Loosening diagram:
– Unscrew the hexagon head bolts (3.39 -
3.40) in the specified order (3.39 - 3.40).
– First loosen the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) in the specified order (2.1 - 2.38), then
unscrew them.
Tightening diagram:
– Check shaft length (a).
– Slightly coat the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) and hexagon head bolts (3.39 - 3.40)
with engine oil on the thread and on the
support on the screw head.
– Tighten the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) and hexagon head bolts (3.39 - 3.40)
until they are hand-tight.
– Tighten the cylinder head screws (2.1 -
2.38) in the specified order (2.1 - 2.38) in
four steps in accordance with the tightening
specification.
Tightening specification:
1 50 Nm
2 100 Nm (OM 470 LA)
200 Nm (OM 471 LA)
3 90 °
4 90 °
If a cylinder head bolt was screwed in too tightly,
all bolts must be removed and checked if to see
whether they have a permitted shaft length (a).
In addition, a new cylinder head gasket must be
used.
– Screw in the hexagon head bolts (3.39 -
3.40) in the specified order (3.39 - 3.40).
3 60 Nm Hex. bolt
4 Cylinder head gasket
– Observe the installation position.
– Clean the sealing faces thoroughly. Page 20
5 Valve guides
– The plug gauge side marked with a "+" must
not be able to fit into the valve guide.

Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Value CCN Remark / designation

a Shaft length of the cylinder head
screw (OM 471 LA)
When new: 192 mm
Permitted value: up to 194 mm
b up to 0,05 mm Allowed deviation of flatness of the lower
separating face over a length of 150 mm
c 0.7 to 1.1 mm Valve depth
(OM 470 LA)
0.7 to 1.1 mm
(OM 471 LA)
d 9.500 to Inner diameter of the valve guide (installed)
9.522 mm
(OM 470 LA)
9.500 to
9.522 mm
(OM 471 LA)
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

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Removal
► Drain coolant. Page 357
► Remove the air intake pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the exhaust pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the charge air tube if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove the coolant line if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175
► Remove the protection panel.
See exhaust turbo charger. Page 426

► Remove the connecting rod (1) on the lever of the

exhaust gas recirculation actuator (2).
See "Exhaust gas recirculation actuator". Page
396

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► Remove the bracket (1) from the exhaust turbo

charger (2).

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► Remove the bolts (1) from the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).

340
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► Remove the camshaft housing. Page 181

► Disconnect the plugs on the sensors (B621-MB),

(B606-MB) and (B608-MB).

341
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Use special tools (III) and (IV). Page 211

► Remove the fuel lines (1), (2) and (3).

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► Undo the bolts (1) on the connection flange (2).

► Remove the bolts (3) of the connection flange (2)
on the charge air tube (4).

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Use the special tool (VIII). Page 211

► Unscrew the cylinder head screws (1) and
hexagon head bolts (2) in accordance with the
loosening diagram.
Loosening diagram: Page 213

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WARNING
Lifting heavy components.
Risk of death or serious injury.
► Use a lifting tool with a sufficient bearing load.
► Use a lifting tool that operates reliably.
► Use the lifting tool on solid and even ground.
► Attach the lifting tool to the component at the
345 intended or a suitable position.
269145-001
► Only use faultless and sufficiently dimensioned
lifting accessories.
► Protect lifting accessories against sharp corners
and edges, for example using protectors.

► Suspend the cylinder head using a suitable lifting

device at the suspension eyes (1) intended for
this purpose.
► Ensure that the chains are fitted to the lifting
device vertically to the lifting eyes!
► Use a suitable supporting arm.
► Weight of the cylinder head: Page 213

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► Raise the cylinder head (1).

► Ensure that the cylinder head is not tilted.
► If the cylinder head is raised, the connecting
piece (2) of the coolant flow tube (3) will be
pulled out.
► Position the cylinder head on two wooden slats.

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► Remove cylinder head gasket (1).

347
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► Remove the seal (1) between the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).

348
268760-001

Remove the following components if necessary:

► Remove the charge air housing and charge air
tube.
See the "Charge air housing" chapter. Page
444
► Remove the exhaust gas recirculation line,
exhaust gas recirculation hose, coolant flow tube
and exhaust gas recirculation cooler.
See the "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler"
chapter. Page 383
► Remove the guide roller on the cylinder head.
See the "Coolant pump" chapter. Page 360
► Remove the exhaust manifold. Page 409
► Remove the coolant nozzle.

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See the "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler"

chapter. Page 383
► Remove the rear suspension eyes. Page 77
► Remove the gearwheel from the cylinder head.
See the "Gearwheel drive" chapter. Page 257
► Remove injectors. Page 287

Installation
► Clean the cylinder head. Page 224
► Check the cylinder head. Page 225
Attach the following components if necessary:
► Install the injectors. Page 290
► Install the gearwheel in the cylinder head.
See the "Gearwheel drive" chapter. Page 259
► Attach the rear suspension eyes. Page 77
► Install the coolant nozzle.
See the "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler"
chapter. Page 387
► Install exhaust manifold. Page 411
► Install the guide roller on the cylinder head.
See the "Coolant pump" chapter. Page 361
► Install the exhaust gas recirculation line, exhaust
gas recirculation hose, coolant flow tube and
exhaust gas recirculation cooler.
See the "Exhaust gas recirculation cooler"
chapter. Page 387
► Install the charge air housing and charge air tube.
See the "Charge air housing" chapter. Page
447

► Install a new cylinder head gasket (1).

► Ensure that the part number on the cylinder
head gasket (1) points to the cylinder head.
► Note the centring pins (2) in the crank case.

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► Install a new seal (1) between the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).

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57765-002

WARNING
Lifting heavy components.
Risk of death or serious injury.
► Use a lifting tool with a sufficient bearing load.
► Use a lifting tool that operates reliably.
► Use the lifting tool on solid and even ground.
► Attach the lifting tool to the component at the
351 intended or a suitable position.
269146-001
► Only use faultless and sufficiently dimensioned
lifting accessories.
► Protect lifting accessories against sharp corners
and edges, for example using protectors.

► Suspend the cylinder head using a suitable lifting

device at the suspension eyes (1) intended for
this purpose.
► Ensure that the chains are fitted to the lifting
device vertically to the lifting eyes!
► Use a suitable supporting arm.
► Weight of the cylinder head: Page 213

Use special tool (V). Page 211

► Insert the guide pins (1) in the holes of the
cylinder head screws on the front and rear crank
case.
► Position the cylinder head (2) over the guide
pin (1) using lifting equipment.
► Slide on a new connecting piece (3).
Slide on the connecting piece until it reaches the
stop on the connector for the oil coolant
module (4).

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► Ensure that the front jockey pulley (1) is seated on

the ribbed V-belt (2).

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Use the special tool (VIII). Page 211

► Remove the guide pins.
► Screw in the cylinder head screws (1) and
hexagon head bolts (2) in accordance with the
tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 213

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► Screw in the bolts (3) of the connection flange (2)

on the charge air tube (4).
For the tightening torque, see: Page 442
► Screw the bolts (1) onto the connection flange (2).
For the tightening torque, see: Page 442

355
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Use special tools (III) and (IV). Page 211

► Install the fuel lines (1), (2) and (3).
► For the tightening torques, see the "Fuel filter
module" chapter: Page 325
► For the tightening torques, see the "High
pressure lines and rail" chapter: Page
275

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► Connect the plugs on the sensors (B608-MB),

(B606-MB) and (B621-MB).

357
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► Adjust the pinion backlash. Page 264

► Install the camshaft housing. Page 185

► Screw the bolts (1) to the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and exhaust manifold (3).
Coat the bolts with copper paste.
Replace the studs if necessary.
For the tightening torque, see: Page 424

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► Screw the bracket (1) to the exhaust turbo

charger (2) and crank case.
First, position all the bolts on the bracket. Then,
screw in the bolts on the crank case and then
screw in the bolts on the exhaust turbo charger.
For the tightening torque, see: Page 424

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► Attach the connecting rod (1) to the lever of the

exhaust gas recirculation actuator (2).
See "Exhaust gas recirculation actuator". Page
397

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► Attach the protection panel.

See exhaust turbo charger. Page 429
► Install the reinforcing frame. Page 177
► Install the cylinder head valve cover. Page
172
► Install the charge air tube if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Install the exhaust pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Install the air intake pipe if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Install the coolant line if necessary.
See the repair manual of the machine in question.
► Top up coolant. Page 357
► Pre-fill the lubricating oil system. Page 336
► Check the oil level.
► See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
Only if new fuel injectors were installed:
► Program the fuel injectors using the CDS.
► Fill the low-pressure fuel circuit on the engine.
► See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Start the diesel engine and let it run idling for at
least 1 minute.
► If the engine does not start or only runs for a
brief period, fill the low-pressure fuel circuit.
► See the Operator's Manual of the machine in
question.
► Run the diesel engine at a higher speed.
► Switch off the diesel engine and check for leaks.

Cleaning
► Seal all drilled holes on the separating face of the
crank case to prevent dust entering.
► Clean the cylinder head.
► Clean the sealing faces. Page 20
► Blow out the tapped holes in the crank case using
compressed air.

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Checking
► Check the cylinder head gasket (1) on the drilled
holes of the combustion chamber.
► Area 2: The seal was gas-tight.
► Area 3: The seal was not gas-tight.

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► Check cylinder head gasket (1) near the sealing

rings (2).
► If the sealing ring is damaged, the cylinder
head gasket will leak gas.
► If the cylinder head gasket is leaking, the
cylinder head and crank case sealing faces
must be checked.

362
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► Clean the cylinder head sealing face.

► Evaluate the cylinder head sealing face using the
cylinder head gasket.
► Check that the cylinder head sealing face is level.
Dimension (b): Page 213
► Position a straight edge on all areas within
the sealing area of the cylinder head gasket
on the cylinder head sealing face.
► When a gap is visible, the cylinder head must
be replaced.
► Check the cylinder head screw. Dimension (a):
Page 213
► If the permissible shaft length (a) is
exceeded, replace the cylinder head screw.

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Use special tool (II). Page 211

► Measure the valve depth (c) of valves (1).
Valve depth: Page 213
If the valve depth (c) is not within the permitted
tolerance, the cylinder head must be replaced.

363
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Only if the cylinder head and cylinder head gasket are

severely damaged:
► Remove the oil filter insert and check the fins of
the oil filter insert for abraded metal or bulging
from the outside.
► Replace the engine oil and oil filter.

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Inlet rocker arm mechanism

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Mounting bolts for the rocker shaft
If the specified order for undoing and tightening
the bolts is not followed, there is a danger that
the rocker shaft might break.
Loosening diagram:
– Undo each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) by a half
revolution in the specified order (1.1 - 1.7).
– Undo each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) in the specified
order (1.1 - 1.7) until all of the bolts have
been completely removed.
Tightening diagram:
– Screw in each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) by a half
revolution in the specified order (1.1 - 1.7).
– Screw in each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) in the
specified order (1.1 - 1.7) until all the bolts
have been screwed in completely.
– Tighten the bolts (1.1 - 1.7) in the specified
order (1.1 - 1.7) in two steps in accordance
with the tightening specification.
Tightening specification:
1 50 Nm
2 90 °
2 Rocker arm shaft
– Observe the installation position.
3 Rocker lever
– Observe the installation position.
– Slightly coat the rocker arm with engine oil.
4 Spacer sleeves (wide)
5 Spacer sleeves (narrow)
6 Adjusting screw
7 50 Nm Counternut on the adjusting screw (6)
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175

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Only if the inlet rocker arm mechanism (1) is

disassembled:
► Mark the installation position of the rocker arm
and spacer sleeves on the rocker arm
mechanism (1).
► Unscrew the bolts (2) in accordance with the
loosening diagram.
Loosening diagram: Page 228
► Remove the bolts using clamping pieces (3).
► Remove the rocker-arm mechanism.

Disassembly

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► Mark the installation position of the rocker arm (1)

and spacer sleeves (3) and (4).
► Remove the rocker arm and spacer sleeves from
the rocker shaft (2).

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Assembly

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► Check the rocker arm (1), spacer sleeves (3) and

(4) and rocker shaft (2) for wear.
Replace affected parts if necessary.
► Clean the oil holes (5).
► Coat the points of support and the rocker shaft
with engine oil.
► Install the rocker arm and spacer sleeves on the
rocker shaft.
Note the installation positions of the rocker arm
and spacer sleeves.
Note the "TOP, FRONT" (6) and "TOP, REAR" (7)
designation on the rocker shaft.

Installation

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► Align the rocker arm and spacer sleeves on the

rocker shaft.
► Lubricate the rocker arm sockets and rocker
arm mechanism support points using engine
oil.
► Install the rocker arm mechanism (1).
Note the "TOP, FRONT" (4) and "TOP, REAR" (5)
designation for the installation position on the
rocker shaft.

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Note the installation position of the clamping

pieces (3).
► Screw in the bolts (2) in accordance with the
tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 228

► Check the valve clearance. Page 242

► Install the reinforcing frame. Page 177
► Install the cylinder head valve cover. Page
172

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Outlet rocker arm mechanism

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Fixing device 1
00 1998 595 0

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Mounting bolts for the rocker shaft
If the specified order for undoing and tightening
the bolts is not followed, there is a danger that
the rocker shaft might break.
Loosening diagram:
– Undo each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) by a half
revolution in the specified order (1.1 - 1.7).
– Undo each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) in the specified
order (1.1 - 1.7) until all of the bolts have
been completely removed.
Tightening diagram:
– Screw in each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) by a half
revolution in the specified order (1.1 - 1.7).
– Screw in each bolt (1.1 - 1.7) in the
specified order (1.1 - 1.7) until all the bolts
have been screwed in completely.
– Tighten the bolts (1.1 - 1.7) in the specified
order (1.1 - 1.7) in two steps in accordance
with the tightening specification.
Tightening specification:
1 50 Nm
2 90 °
2 Rocker arm shaft
– Observe the installation position.
3 Rocker lever
– Observe the installation position.
– Slightly coat the rocker arm with engine oil.
4 Spacer rings
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove cylinder head valve cover. Page 172
► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175

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Only if the outlet rocker arm mechanism (1) is

disassembled:
► Mark the installation position of the rocker arm
and spacer rings on the outlet rocker arm
mechanism (1).
► Unscrew the bolts (2) in accordance with the
loosening diagram.
Loosening diagram: Page 234

Use special tool (I). Page 233

► Remove springs (2).
► Install special tool (I).
The locking pins (3) of the special tool must be
undone. Fasten the special tool with the three
toggle bolts on the rocker arm mechanism (1).
► Position the locking pins on the sides of the rocker
arms and screw them on.
► Tip the rocker arm mechanism in the direction of
the arrow using the special tool and then remove
it.
372 ► Remove the special tool.
276913-001

Disassembly
► Mark the installation position of the rocker arm (1)
and the spacer rings (2).
► Remove the rocker arm and spacer rings from the
rocker shaft (3).

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Assembly
► Check the rocker arm (1), spacer rings (2) and
rocker shaft (3) for wear.
Replace affected parts if necessary.

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► Clean the oil holes (1).

► Coat the points of support and the rocker shaft (2)
with engine oil.
► Assemble the rocker arm (3) and spacer rings (4)
on the rocker shaft.
Note the installation positions of the rocker arm
and spacer rings.
Note the "TOP, FRONT" (5) and "TOP, REAR" (6)
designation on the rocker shaft.

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Use special tool (I). Page 233

► Install special tool (I).
► Align the rocker arm (3) and spacer rings (4) on
the rocker shaft (2).
Align the rocker arm and spacer rings in
accordance with the locking pins (1) on the
special tool.
Do not undo the locking pins.

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Installation

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Use special tool (I). Page 233

► Align the rocker arm and spacer rings on the
rocker shaft and attach the special tool (I).
► Lubricate the rocker arm sockets and rocker
arm mechanism support points using engine
oil.
► Install the rocker arm mechanism (1).
Note the "TOP, FRONT" (5) and "TOP, REAR" (6)
designation for the installation position on the
rocker shaft.
► Remove special tool (I).
378 ► Install springs (3).
276932-001
► Screw in the bolts (2) in accordance with the
tightening diagram.
Tightening diagram: Page 234

► Check the valve clearance. Page 242

► Install the reinforcing frame. Page 177
► Install the cylinder head valve cover. Page
172

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Valves

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Feeler gauge 1
00 0409 797 0

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Intake valves
– Slightly coat the valve shaft with engine oil.
2 Exhaust valves
– Slightly coat the valve shaft with engine oil.
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the cylinder head (OM 470 LA). Page
194
► Remove the cylinder head (OM 471 LA). Page
216
► Remove the valve springs and valve stem
seals. Page 245

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► Mark the installation position of the valves (1) in

relation to the cylinder head.
► Pull the valve downwards and remove it from the
cylinder head.

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Installation
► Check the valves. Page 241

► Insert the valves (1) in the cylinder head.

Note the installation position.
► Oil the valve stems with engine oil.

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► Install the valve springs and valve stem

seals. Page 248
► Install the cylinder head (OM 470 LA). Page
194
► Install the cylinder head (OM 471 LA). Page
220

Checking the valves

► Remove fouling deposits on the valves by means
of a wire brush.
► Ensure that the valves have no seizing traces or
cracks.
► Ensure that the valve seats and valve seat inserts
are not damaged or burned.
► Ensure that the valve stems are not damaged.

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Adjusting the valve lash

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Value CCN Remark / designation

1-6 Cylinder 1 to 6
A 0.60 mm Valve lash of exhaust valves
Test tolerance: ±0.05 mm
E 0.40 mm Valve lash of intake valves
Test tolerance: ±0.05 mm
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

OM 470 LA / OM 471 LA / OM 473 LA engine:

Crankshaft position 1 2 3 4 5 6
Cylinder 6 at overlap TDC E/A E A E A -
Cylinder 1 at overlap TDC - A E A E E/A

► Set cylinder 6 to overlap TDC.

Cylinder 1 at ignition TDC.
► Adjust the corresponding exhaust (A) and
intake valves (E).
► Set cylinder 1 to overlap TDC.
Cylinder 6 at ignition TDC.
► Adjust the corresponding exhaust (A) and
intake valves (E).

Check and adjust valve lash only on a cold engine.

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► Remove the valve cover. Page 172

► Remove the reinforcing frame. Page 175
► Rotate the crankshaft to the corresponding
crankshaft position as described in the "Cranking
the engine" chapter. Page 242

Use special tool (I). Page 239

► Check the distance between the valve bridge and
the rocker lever at (3).
If the deviation exceeds the allowed test tolerances,
adjust the valve lash as follows:
► Slacken off lock nut (1).
► Turn out adjusting bolt (2) a little.
► Insert feeler gauge at (3).
► Readjust the adjusting bolt (2) until the feeler
gauge can just be pulled through.
385 ► Tighten lock nut (1).
267836-001 ► Tightening torque: Page 228
► Test and set the other cylinders in the same
manner.
► Rotate the engine further using the rotary
device.

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Valve springs and valve stem seals

Applies to:
Mercedes-Benz OM 470 LA
Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA

Special tool

Special tool (I) Pcs.

Valve toolbox 1
00 1998 591 0

386
277279-001

Special tool (II) Pcs.

Magnetic rod 1
00 0181 842 0

387
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Value CCN Remark / designation

1 Split valve keepers
Observe the installation position!
2 Valve spring retainer
3 Valve spring
Do not confuse the valve springs.
4 Valve stem seal
Replace seal after every installation process!
5 Valve guide
6 Valve Page 239
Tightening torques not specified, see section on tightening torques

Removal
► Remove the inlet rocker arm
mechanism. Page 229
► Remove the outlet rocker arm
mechanism. Page 235
► Remove the injector. Page 287
► Set the corresponding piston to the valve overlap
TDC.
See Cranking the engine. Page 73

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