Mercedes R171 SLK 280 Petrol 272942 Cylinder Head Left A2720100901 R2720162401

The Mercedes R171 SLK 280 272942 Left Cylinder Head is an original part from the Cylinder Heads category, designed for the left side of a gasoline engine. This used OEM part allows for a technically correct engine repair, maintaining factory operating parameters and compatibility with engine accessories. It's a solution for users who expect solid quality at a reasonable service cost.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2720100901
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2720100901
• Substitutable numbers: A2720100901, A 272 010 09 01, A2720161205, A 272 016 12 05, R2720162401
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Part type: Cylinder Head
• Category: Cylinder Heads

Purpose and Technical Function

The presented left cylinder head is dedicated to the Mercedes R171 SLK 280 model with a gasoline engine. The component is responsible for the correct combustion process, cooperation with the valve system, and maintaining the seal of the combustion chamber on the left bank of cylinders. Using an original cylinder head allows for the preservation of the correct geometry of the intake and exhaust ports and proper cooperation with the factory manifold and accessories.

Benefits of Using an Original Cylinder Head

Using this cylinder head in a Mercedes SLK 280 provides a number of practical advantages:

• Factory Fitment for the 272942 unit, with no need for modifications to mountings or ports.
• Compatibility with the original fuel and exhaust systems, which simplifies installation and subsequent servicing.
• The ability to utilize existing mounting points for engine accessories on the left side.
• Better predictability of engine operation compared to aftermarket replacements of unknown origin.

Thanks to this, the cylinder head will be suitable for both standard repairs and more advanced overhauls of the gasoline engine in this model.

Application in Gasoline Engines

The cylinder head is designed to work with a gasoline engine, which means appropriately selected combustion chamber design, ports, and valve seats. Proper matching to the fuel type is crucial for:

• maintaining the correct compression ratio,
• stable idle and under-load operation,
• efficient heat dissipation from the valve and spark plug areas.

Choosing a cylinder head compatible with the fuel type reduces the risk of starting problems, power loss, or unstable engine operation.

Assembly and Operational Characteristics

Its placement on the left side of the engine requires precise fitting to the block and adjacent components. This cylinder head has been designed to maintain:

• compliance with the factory bolt spacing,
• correct routing of oil and cooling channels,
• proper positioning of the timing system components on the left side.

The used nature of the part makes it an attractive option for repairs where a balance between cost and maintaining original technical specifications is important.

Mercedes Cylinder Heads – Engine System Expansion and Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional cylinder heads, covers, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Cylinder Heads category.

Additional Information and Technical Advice

Before installation, standard workshop verification is recommended, including checking the flatness of the mating surface, port tightness, and the condition of the valve seats, in accordance with service procedures for Mercedes gasoline engines. For those planning a broader engine unit modernization or performance improvement while staying within a reasonable budget, an article describing a practical approach to modifications using used components may be helpful: Tuning with Used Parts – How to Gain Performance Without Losing a Fortune.