S 550 (221.171) V8-5.5L (273.961) (2007)
Idler Pulley: Recalls
Campaign - Engine V-Belt Guide Pulley Replacement
FILE:
SERVICE: GROUP 00 OF SERVICE INFORMATION BINDER
PARTS: GROUP I OF INFORMATION _ PARTS & ACCESSORIES BINDER
Campaign No. 2008070002, August 2008
TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS
SUBJECT:
Models 164, 164.8, 171, 203, 209, 211, 216, 219, 221, 230, and 251
With Engine 272 or 273, Model Years 2006 - 2007
Replace V-Belt Upper Guide Pulley
Revision
Date
Purpose
A
08/15/08
Revision to warranty information
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08/15/08
Initial release
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG) has determined that a V-belt upper guide pulley optimized for noise reduction is
available. The dealer will replace the V-belt upper guide pulley at the next workshop visit.
Prior to performing this Service Campaign:
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Please check VMI to determine if the vehicle is involved in the Campaign and if it has been previously repaired.
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Please review the entire Service Campaign bulletin and follow the repair procedure exactly as described.
Please note that Recall and Service Campaigns do not expire and may also be performed on a vehicle with a vehicle status indicator.
Approximately 192,941 vehicles are affected.
Procedure
1.
Remove engine cover.
2.
Remove plastic cap (A, Figure 1) covering pulley bearing and discard.