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Sealey VSE4816 Petrol Engine Timing Tool Kit for Mercedes 1.6, 1.8 M271
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£195.95 product price
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About this accessory
The Sealey VSE4816 is a specialist petrol engine timing tool kit designed specifically for Mercedes 1.6 and 1.8 M271 engines, providing professional workshops with the precision tools needed for timing chain service and replacement procedures. This comprehensive kit includes a timing chain tensioner wedge essential for safely releasing oil pressure from the hydraulic timing chain tensioner. A dedicated timing chain tensioner drift is provided to correctly refit the blanking plug back into the crankcase after removing the chain tensioner, ensuring proper reassembly. The included T100 star bit allows removal of the camshaft sprocket fixing bolts, covering the complete timing procedure requirements. Manufactured by Sealey to match OEM specifications (271.589.014.000, 271.589.006.100, 271.589.003.100, 271.589.001.50), this tool kit is suitable for a wide range of Mercedes models including C-Class, E-Class, CLK, CLC, SLK and Sprinter variants fitted with M271 petrol engines. The kit proves invaluable for workshops undertaking timing chain replacement, timing adjustment procedures, or general engine servicing work on these popular Mercedes platforms. Features and Benefits: • Purpose-designed tools for safe hydraulic tensioner oil pressure release • Includes specialist drift for proper blanking plug installation • T100 star bit enables camshaft sprocket bolt removal • Matches OEM tool specifications for professional results • Compatible with multiple Mercedes models from 2002-2018 Specifications: Mercedes: C160K (04-07), C180K (02-13), C200K (02-10), C230K (02-06), C250 (11-15), CLC160K (09-12), CLC180K (09-12), CLC200K (02-12), CLK200K (02-09), E200 (06-16), E250 (09-13), E200K (02-07), SLK200 (11-15), SLK200K (04-11), Sprinter (07-18) Brand: Sealey 1.6: 271.910, 271.911 1.8: 271.820, 271.860, 271.861, 271.921, 271.940, 271.941, 271.942, 271.943, 271.944, 271.946, 271.948, 271.950, 271.951, 271.952, 271.954, 271.955, 271.956, 271.957, 271.958 Nett Weight: 3.50kg OEM Tools: 271.589.014.000, 271.589.006.100, 271.589.003.100, 271.589.001.50
Product details
- Brand
- Sealey
- Accessory type
- Automotive Tools
- Manufacturer part number (MPN)
- VSE4816
- EAN / barcode
- Colour (if specified)
- Catalogue ID
- 23543401045
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