{"product_id":"mercedes-r-class-251-type-r500-engine-2006-2007","title":"Mercedes R Class 251 Type, R500 - Engine (2006-2007)","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz R500 (W251) Engine For 2006-2007 Models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThis powerful 302 HP V8 engine delivers smooth, confident performance for your Mercedes-Benz R500, combining luxury refinement with robust capability for this unique sports tourer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 59.6529%; height: 304px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 47.5924%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 52.0872%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 47.5924%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 52.0872%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eM273 E55\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 47.5924%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 52.0872%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e5.5L V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 47.5924%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eAspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.0872%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003eNaturally Aspirated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.5924%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003eHorsepower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.0872%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003e302 HP \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.5924%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003eTorque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.0872%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003e339 lb-ft \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.5924%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003eFuel System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.0872%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003eSequential Multi-Point Fuel Injection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 24.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.5924%; height: 24.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003eValvetrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.0872%; height: 24.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003eDOHC 32-valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 47.5924%; 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Exhaust Manifolds:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eComes with both manifolds pre-attached, saving installation time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacked by Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides a reliable warranty on the entire assembly for peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePricing Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 80.7286%; height: 141px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 26.1682%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMileage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 21.9816%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 51.4179%; height: 19.5898px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1682%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30K-60K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9816%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e$ 2,956.20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 51.4179%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eLike-new condition, minimal wear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1682%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60K-90K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9816%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e$ 1,402.70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 51.4179%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eLight use, excellent condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1682%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90K-120K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.9816%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e$ 962.78\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; 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Verify with your VIN and check for R500 badging on the rear liftgate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: What maintenance is critical for this engine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKeep your Mercedes R Class 251 Type R500 engine running strong with simple care: change the oil regularly, keep the cooling system full and clean, and replace air filters and spark plugs on time. Check belts and timing to avoid breakdowns and keep the engine powerful. With steady upkeep, your engine will perform boldly every drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: What are common issues with the M273 engine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The M273 engine in the Mercedes R Class 251 Type R500 is known for issues such as timing chain wear and problems with the camshaft adjuster, which can cause performance to suffer if left unchecked. Oil leaks and cooling system problems may also throw off your engine’s powerful flow. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnleash the power of your Mercedes R Class 251 Type R500 engine today. Don’t wait own the road with an engine built for bold performance and reliability. 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