Mercedes 272 / 273 Cam Lock Tool - Schley Products, Inc

The Schley Products 12800 Mercedes 272 / 273 Cam Lock Tool is an essential professional-grade instrument designed to precisely secure the left intake camshaft during critical cam chain drive system service on Mercedes-Benz M272 and M273 engines. This specialized tool prevents unwanted cam movement, ensuring accurate timing and significantly reducing the risk of costly engine damage associated with incorrect reassembly.

Key Features

• Precise Camshaft Immobilization: Reliably locks the left intake camshaft in its correct timing position, crucial for maintaining engine integrity during service.
• Reduced Service Time: Streamlines the cam chain drive system service process by eliminating the need for a second technician to manually hold the camshaft.
• Prevents Engine Damage: Designed to counteract the unique timing degrees of Mercedes 272/273 engines, preventing accidental cam movement that could lead to severe engine damage if the cam chain is reassembled out of time.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Built by Schley Products, Inc. for durability and reliable performance in demanding automotive and industrial service environments.
• Direct Bolt-On Application: Securely bolts to the cylinder head, providing stable and consistent cam positioning throughout the repair.

Applications

This cam lock tool is specifically engineered for servicing the cam chain drive system on 2005 - 2012 Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with M272 and M273 engines. It is indispensable when performing maintenance or repairs that require the removal or disturbance of the timing chain, where the absence of original timing marks on the chain necessitates a precise method for holding the camshaft.