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Remove/Install Integrated Starter Alternator Control Unit - AR15.40-P-0004SB

Engine 256.9 in model 223 

except code ME10 (Hybrid vehicle (plug-in, PHEV)) 

MODIFICATION NOTES

07.05.2019 Phase bolt on inverter   BA15.40-P-1008-02MRT
31.03.2020 Screw, holder for wiring harness (integrated starter alternator/refrigerant compressor/transmission) to crankcase   BA15.40-P-1014-02MRT
04.07.2023 Bolt, terminal box cover to starter-alternator control unit   BA15.40-P-1004-02MRT
G16190352Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
G16190353Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
WARNING Risk of injury  to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolantspray. Risk of poisoning  from swallowing coolant. Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90°C. Open cap slowly and release the overpressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage containers.
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses.
AS20.00-Z-0001-01A
CAUTION Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice  Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects   AH00.00-P-5000-01A
  Notes on safety-relevant components   AH00.00-Z-0019-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Clamp off ground line of on-board electrical system battery (G1).   AR54.10-P-0051S
2 Remove the catalytic converter.   AR49.20-P-0100S
3 Remove heat shield above integrated starter alternator control unit (N129). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Screw, heat shield to crankcase/catalytic converter bracket/engine mount heat shield *BA22.10-P-1004-02A 
4 Clamp off coolant lines (1, 2). SPECIAL TOOL Clamp Fig 2
5 Remove coolant lines (1, 2) from integrated starter alternator control unit (N129) and seal openings with protective covers.   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ
    SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective covers Fig 1
6 Remove coolant line (2) from timing case cover and place to one side. TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, coolant return line to timing case *BA15.40-P-1009-02MRT 
7 Remove coolant line (1) from crankcase and place to one side. TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, coolant feed pipe to crankcase *BA15.40-P-1010-02MRT 
8 Release and disconnect electrical connector (4).    
9 Open plug housing, remove nuts (3), and remove electric lines from the integrated starter alternator control unit (N129). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, circuit 40/41 to starter-alternator control unit *BA15.40-P-1011-02MRT 
10 Remove bracket (7) and place 48 V wiring harness (5) to one side. TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, holder for wiring harness (integrated starter alternator/refrigerant compressor/transmission) to crankcase *BA15.40-P-1014-02MRT 
11 Remove bracket (6). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Screw, Rear bracket to crankcase *BA49.10-P-1034-02Y 
12 Remove screws (10) and remove cap (11). INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Check elastomer seal and replace if necessary.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, terminal box cover to starter-alternator control unit
*BA15.40-P-1004-02MRT 
13 Release and disconnect electrical connector (12). NOTES
Press release mechanism in direction of arrow (A).
Otherwise, damage to the integrated starter alternator control unit (N129) will occur.
 
14 Unscrew screws (13). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Phase bolt on inverter *BA15.40-P-1008-02MRT 
15 Remove screws (14) and remove integrated starter alternator control unit (N129). INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Check elastomer seal and replace if necessary.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, starter-alternator control unit to crankcase/timing case
*BA15.40-P-1005-02MRT 
16 Install in the reverse order.    
  Concluding tasks     
17 Check engine cooling system for leak tightness.   AR20.00-P-1011SB
18 Connect diagnostic system and perform venting routine.    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-06FR
19 Check and, if necessary, correct the coolant level. FLUID SPECIFICATION Coolant mixing ratio *BF20.00-P-1001-04A 
20 Connect diagnostic system, read out fault memory and clear if necessary.    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-06FR
WARNING Risk of burn injuries  , suffocation and poisoning when working on the exhaust system and the components connected to it. Risk of suffocation and risk of poisoning caused by inhalation of gaseous and solid components of the exhaust. Risk of poisoning  caused by skin contact with solid components of the exhaust. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses. Use the extraction system. Move people out of the danger zone. AS49.00-Z-0001-01A
WARNING Risk of accident  from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury  (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running. Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
21 Perform engine test run. While doing so, check engine for proper operation and leak tightness.    
STARTER-ALTERNATOR

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.40-P-1004-02MRT Bolt, terminal box cover to starter-alternator control unit Nm 11
STARTER-ALTERNATOR

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.40-P-1005-02MRT Bolt, starter-alternator control unit to crankcase/timing case Nm 8
STARTER-ALTERNATOR

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.40-P-1008-02MRT Phase bolt on inverter Nm 11
STARTER-ALTERNATOR

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.40-P-1009-02MRT Bolt, coolant return line to timing case Nm 8
STARTER-ALTERNATOR

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.40-P-1010-02MRT Bolt, coolant feed pipe to crankcase Nm 8
STARTER-ALTERNATOR

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.40-P-1011-02MRT Nut, circuit 40/41 to starter-alternator control unit Nm 16
STARTER-ALTERNATOR

Number Designation Engine 256
BA15.40-P-1014-02MRT Bolt, holder for wiring harness (integrated starter alternator/refrigerant compressor/transmission) to crankcase Nm 12
ENGINE SUPPORT (ENGINE SIDE)

Number Designation Engine 256
BA22.10-P-1004-02A Screw, heat shield to crankcase/catalytic converter bracket/engine mount heat shield Nm 8
EXHAUST SYSTEM

Number Designation Engine 256 in model 223
BA49.10-P-1034-02Y Screw, Rear bracket to crankcase Nm 20
COOLANT MIXING RATIO

Number Designation All engines, except engine 178 in model 190.381
BF20.00-P-1001-04A Coolant mixing ratio Antifreeze/water Up to -25°C % -
Up to -37°C % 50/50
As of -38°C % 55/45
Overview and specifications sheet BB00.40-P-0310-01A
References to sheet specification BB00.40-P-0310ZZ
Fig 1: Identifying Set Of Protective Covers (001 589 06 91 00)
G14785718Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 2: Identifying Clamp (000 589 40 37 00)
G10110775Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA