Mercedes-Benz E320 Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement Cost Estimate

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Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement Cost

The average cost for a Mercedes-Benz E320 intake manifold gasket replacement is between $252 and $319. Labor costs are estimated between $240 and $304 while parts are priced between $12 and $15. Estimate does not include taxes and fees.

Note about price: This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair, so the estimate you see above may not represent your total cost. Some of these bigger related repairs are listed in the table below. Talk with a RepairPal Certified shop to learn which repairs may be right for you.

Valve Cover Gasket Replacement

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How does the intake manifold gasket work?

The intake manifold is a distribution system for air, and sometimes fuel. As the throttle body opens, the engine intake stroke sucks in air through the intake manifold. Cars that don't use direct injection will distribute fuel this way as well, but this system is becoming less common.

Negative pressure, or a vacuum, builds up inside the intake manifold, and the manifold gasket is used to prevent any unwanted air from entering the system.

What are the symptoms related to a bad intake manifold gasket?

Problems with the intake manifold gasket can create the following symptoms:

Illuminated check engine light
Erratic engine performance
Oil and coolant leaks
Poor gas mileage
Stalling

» LEARN MORE: Intake manifold gasket symptoms

Can I drive with a intake manifold gasket problem?

A problem with the intake manifold gasket can make life hard on the engine. It's often best to have the car towed to a repair shop in this situation to avoid further damage.

How often do intake manifold gaskets need to be replaced?

There's no set schedule to replace the intake manifold gasket. It's designed to last the life of the vehicle, but often it will be replaced when doing related engine repairs in order to prevent problems with it down the road.