Mercedes ML W164 Diesel OM629 Heat Shield Right O/S Turbocharger A6290900034

The Mercedes ML W164 Diesel OM629 Right Turbocharger Cover is an original turbocharger and parts item designed for OM629 diesel engines. This cover provides proper protection for the right turbocharger, stabilizing its operation and promoting safe heat dissipation in the engine compartment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A6290900034
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A6290900034
• Substitutable numbers: A6290900034, A 629 090 00 34
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Category: Turbos & Parts

Purpose and function of the right turbocharger cover

The right turbocharger cover for the Mercedes ML W164 with the OM629 diesel engine is designed as a protective element for the turbocharger system. Its purpose is to shield the right-hand side of the turbocharger housing, reduce thermal impact on adjacent components, and maintain stable operating conditions in the hot-side area of the exhaust system.

By precisely matching the specific design of the diesel engine, the cover helps maintain proper air and heat flow, which promotes the durability of the turbocharger and the components in its immediate vicinity.

Construction, fitting and assembly

As a turbocharger and parts component, the cover is factory-adapted to the geometry of the OM629 engine and the ML W164 body. Appropriate mounting points allow for installation in the manufacturer's intended location on the right side of the vehicle, without the need for structural modifications.

This alignment translates into:

• stable mounting at factory body and engine accessory points,
• correct positioning relative to the turbocharger, which reduces vibrations and unwanted stresses,
• maintaining the original heat flow geometry in the engine compartment.

Operating characteristics of a diesel engine

Diesel engines generate significantly higher thermal loads in the turbocharger area than petrol engines. The cover for the diesel version of the ML W164 with the OM629 engine is designed to withstand these conditions, helping to protect the cables, wiring harnesses, and plastic components located near the hot side of the exhaust system.

A properly selected cover also helps to reduce local overheating, which can affect the life of the turbocharger and the stability of the entire charging system in long-term operation.

Used condition and economic benefits

This cover comes from the used original equipment segment. For owners of the Mercedes ML W164 with the OM629 diesel engine, this means the ability to restore the turbocharger system to its original condition at reasonable service costs, while maintaining the factory fit of the component.

If you want to better plan your repair budget and understand when it's worth considering used supercharger components, check out the article: Rising Repair Costs and the Used Parts Boom – How to Save on Car Service? There, you'll find practical tips on how to safely choose used OEM components.

Why is it worth choosing an original Mercedes turbocharger cover?

Choosing the original right turbocharger cover for the ML W164 with the OM629 diesel engine means, above all:

• factory fit for a specific model and drive unit,
• maintaining the thermal protection designed by the manufacturer in the turbocharger area,
• consistency with other components of the supercharging system in the turbocharger and parts category.

If you are looking for other covers or turbocharger components for this brand, check out our offer for turbochargers and parts for Mercedes to select components that meet the requirements of your engine.