Oil Dipstick Mercedes W203 W204 W209 W212 M272 Engine Oil Guide Tube A2720180140

Oil Dipstick Mercedes W203 W204 W209 W212 M272 Engine Oil Guide Tube is an original lubrication system component designed for the M272 engine series in popular Mercedes models. This precisely manufactured guide tube with a dipstick ensures reliable oil level readings and stable guidance of the indicator within the engine bay. It is a practical solution for users who want to keep their engine within a safe operating range and ensure proper monitoring of engine oil levels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2720101166-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2720101166
• Substitutable numbers: A2720101166, A 272 010 11 66, A2720180140, A 272 018 01 40, A 272 010 00 72, A2720100072
• Category: Oil Drain Plugs, Filler Caps & Dipsticks

Purpose and function in the lubrication system

The presented dipstick with a guide tube is a component dedicated to M272 gasoline engines installed in Mercedes C-Class (W203, W204), CLK (W209), and E-Class (W212) models. It is responsible for guiding the oil level indicator from the top of the engine compartment to the oil pan, allowing for a quick, mechanical check of the lubricant quantity.

Using an original guide tube with a dipstick is particularly important in M272 units, where the correct oil level affects:

• stable lubrication of moving engine components,
• reduction of the risk of overheating and excessive friction,
• maintenance of proper oil pressure in the system.

Construction and technical features

The dipstick guide tube has been designed to match the geometry of the M272 engine and the engine bay of the listed body models. The appropriately selected shape and mounting points facilitate installation and ensure stable guidance of the indicator without the risk of rubbing against other components.

The dipstick itself features clearly marked measurement ranges, which allows for a quick determination of whether the oil level is within the safe operating range. This allows the user to easily react to potential oil consumption and prevent the engine from running with an insufficient amount of lubricant.

Benefits of using the original guide tube with a dipstick

Using an original component instead of a damaged, leaking, or incomplete guide tube with a dipstick provides a number of practical benefits:

• Precise oil level reading – the correct length and scale of the dipstick matched to the M272 engine oil pan.
• Reduced risk of contamination – a properly seated tube minimizes the possibility of impurities entering the measurement channel.
• Hassle-free installation – the design is intended for factory mounting points in the engine compartment.
• Consistency with the factory lubrication system – no need for modifications or fitting aftermarket replacements.

This element from the Oil drain and filler plugs and dipsticks category is particularly useful during service work related to oil changes, engine wear diagnostics, and when completing missing components after previous repairs.

Condition and service application

The offered guide tube with a dipstick comes from disassembly and is intended for users and workshops looking for original components for servicing M272 engines in Mercedes W203, W204, W209, and W212 models. It is a practical solution for:

• repairs following mechanical damage to the dipstick or tube,
• replacing missing elements after previous interference with the lubrication system,
• comprehensive engine service combined with oil level checks.

Related oil system components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as oil drain plugs, oil filler caps, or additional control dipsticks, check the available parts in the Mercedes oil drain and filler plugs and dipsticks category.

For a better understanding of the impact of proper lubrication and operating temperature on engine durability, it is worth checking out the guide on the cooling system and oil coolers – you will find practical tips in the article Engine cooling system – overheating, repair, and used radiators, which discusses the relationship between operating temperature and engine lifespan.