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OM642 Engine for Sale in UAE — 3.0L V6 Diesel | ML350, GL350, Sprinter, From AED 3,500
OM642 Engine Prices — UAE Quick Reference
Used Standard
AED 3,500 – 7,000
100,000 – 200,000 km
AED 3,500 – 7,000
100,000 – 200,000 km
Used Low-Mileage
AED 7,000 – 10,000
Under 100,000 km
AED 7,000 – 10,000
Under 100,000 km
Reconditioned
AED 12,000 – 18,000
Swirl flap deleted, warranty
AED 12,000 – 18,000
Swirl flap deleted, warranty
Always ask about swirl flap status — see buying notes below. Get free quotes →
The OM642 is Mercedes' 3.0L V6 CDI diesel, fitted across the ML, GL, E-Class, S-Class, Sprinter, and — through the former DaimlerChrysler partnership — the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300C. This page covers UAE replacement engine pricing, applications, and the swirl flap failure issue that every OM642 buyer needs to understand before purchasing.
Get Free OM642 Engine Quotes — 60 MinOM642 Engine Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,987 cc (3.0L) |
| Configuration | V6 · 72° bank angle · DOHC · 24-valve CDI Diesel |
| Power Output | 190–265 hp depending on tune/year |
| Torque | 440–620 Nm depending on application |
| Fuel System | CDI Common Rail · Bosch CP3 pump |
| Production Years | 2005 – 2022 |
| Emissions | Non-BlueTEC (EGR only, pre-2010) / BlueTEC (SCR/AdBlue, 2010+) |
| Timing System | Chain (both banks) |
Which Vehicles Use the OM642 Engine?
| Vehicle | Variant | Years | UAE Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 CDI / BlueTEC (W164/W166) | 3.0L V6 | 2006 – 2019 | ●●●● High |
| GL350 CDI / BlueTEC (X164/X166) | 3.0L V6 | 2007 – 2019 | ●●●○ Good |
| Sprinter 316/319 CDI (W906/W907) | 3.0L V6 | 2006 – present | ●●●○ Good |
| E350 CDI / BlueTEC (W211/W212) | 3.0L V6 | 2006 – 2016 | ◐ Limited |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD (WK) | 3.0L V6 | 2005 – 2010 | ◐ Limited |
ML350 and Sprinter sourced units are the most common in UAE supplier stock, reflecting the strong UAE market presence of both vehicles.
OM642 Price by Condition — UAE
| Condition | Mileage | Price (AED) | Warranty | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Used standard | 100,000 – 200,000 km | 3,500 – 7,000 | 1 – 4 weeks | 2 – 5 days |
| Used low-mileage | Under 100,000 km | 7,000 – 10,000 | 2 – 6 weeks | 3 – 7 days |
| Reconditioned | Rebuilt, swirl flap deleted | 12,000 – 18,000 | 1 – 3 months | 5 – 10 days |
OM642 Swirl Flap Failure — What Every Buyer Must Know
This is the single most important consideration when buying any OM642 engine. The intake manifold uses plastic swirl flaps designed to improve combustion at low rpm. These flaps and their actuator motor degrade with age and heat, and when they fail, fragments can break off and be drawn directly into the cylinders — causing severe internal damage to pistons and valves.
Symptoms of swirl flap failure: limp mode capping the engine at roughly 3,000 rpm, rough idle, reduced power, and occasional fault codes related to intake control. If you notice these symptoms on an OM642-powered vehicle, stop driving and have the intake system inspected before fragments enter the engine.
Reputable reconditioned OM642 engines have the swirl flaps permanently deleted — removed and replaced with solid inserts — eliminating this failure mode entirely without affecting engine performance materially. Always ask your UAE supplier whether the swirl flap delete has been performed on any reconditioned unit, and inspect the intake manifold condition on any used engine before purchase.
OM642 UAE Buying Notes
- Injector seal carbon buildup: Degraded copper crush washers allow combustion gases to escape and carbonise around the injector. Visible black carbon staining indicates this — repairable but should reduce your offer price.
- CP3 high-pressure fuel pump wear: Internal wear above 200,000 km causes rough idle and power loss. Replacement costs AED 3,500–6,500 in UAE — ask about pump condition or history on high-mileage units.
- Oil cooler seal leaks: A known age item causing oil pooling in the V-bank valley, sometimes mistaken for a burning oil smell from HVAC vents. Inexpensive to fix (seals only) if caught early.
- Compression benchmark: Healthy range 310–380 PSI per cylinder, less than 10% variance. Reject if any cylinder reads below 270 PSI.
- Cross-model sourcing advantage: Because the OM642 is shared across ML, GL, E-Class, S-Class, and Sprinter, UAE suppliers draw from a wider pool than Sprinter-specific engines — helping keep pricing competitive relative to the engine's complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions — OM642 Engine UAE
What is the price of an OM642 engine in UAE?
Used standard condition AED 3,500–7,000. Used low-mileage AED 7,000–10,000. Reconditioned with swirl flap delete and warranty AED 12,000–18,000. Submit a free request for live quotes from verified UAE suppliers within 60 minutes.
What vehicles use the OM642 engine?
Mercedes ML350, GL350, E350 CDI/BlueTEC, S350 CDI, Sprinter 316/319 CDI, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD / Chrysler 300C CRD from the former DaimlerChrysler partnership era (2005–2010).
What is the OM642 swirl flap problem?
Plastic intake swirl flaps degrade with age, and broken fragments can enter the engine causing serious internal damage. Symptoms include limp mode around 3,000 rpm and rough idle. Reconditioned engines with the swirl flaps deleted eliminate this risk — always confirm this has been done before buying.
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