Mercedes ML W163 270 CDI Automatic Gearbox 722.661 722661 WARRANTY

Listing details

The gearboxes are sold with a 90-day warranty! They were tested before removal and are in full working order.

Mercedes ML W163 270 CDI Automatic Gearbox 722.661 722661 WARRANTY is a factory-original, used transmission from the Automatic gearboxes family, designed for vehicles with a diesel engine. This is a solution for users who expect to maintain the original drive characteristics, smooth gear shifting, and compatibility with factory drivetrain settings.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1632702100
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1632702100
• Substitutable numbers: A1632702100, A 163 270 21 00, 1632701700, A1632701700, 163 270 17 00, A 163 270 17 00, A 720 270 06 00, A7202700600
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Automatic Transmission

Technical specifications and purpose

The presented automatic transmission has been designed to work with a Diesel power unit, which means it is adapted to the higher torque typical of diesel engines. The transmission design provides appropriate gear ratios for the massive SUV body, supporting comfortable, predictable, and smooth driving in both urban and extra-urban conditions.

As an item from the Automatic gearboxes category, the transmission is responsible for full gear shifting operation without driver intervention, integrating with the vehicle's factory control system. Using an original transmission allows for maintaining the correct gear shifting logic, operating culture, and compatibility with the vehicle's drivetrain and electronics.

Benefits of using an original automatic transmission

Using an original, used automatic transmission in a Mercedes ML W163 270 CDI is a solution that allows you to maintain the consistency of the entire drivetrain. The transmission is factory-adapted to work with a specific type of diesel engine, which limits the risk of fitment issues, incorrect gear shifting, or errors in communication with the vehicle's electronics.

The most important advantages of this solution include:

• maintaining the factory drive operating characteristics,
• proper tuning of gear ratios to the diesel engine's torque,
• consistency with the vehicle's original control software,
• reduced risk of installation problems due to the design intended for the specific model.

Drivetrain application and operation

The automatic transmission in the Mercedes ML W163 270 CDI is responsible for transferring power from the diesel engine to the drivetrain while maintaining smoothness and comfort during gear changes. A properly selected transmission influences stable starting, predictable downshifts, and appropriate use of the engine's RPM range, which is important for both dynamics and fuel consumption.

Choosing an original used transmission from the same design family allows you to avoid experimenting with unreliable replacements. This is particularly important in the case of automatic transmissions, where precision of control, gear selection, and cooperation with vehicle electronics are crucial for trouble-free operation.

Why choose a used automatic transmission

In the event of a transmission failure, many users consider remanufacturing or installing non-original solutions. An original, used automatic transmission often proves to be a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining factory operating parameters. This allows you to restore the efficiency of the drivetrain without interfering with the vehicle's construction and without the need for costly modifications.

If you want to better understand why original used transmissions are in many cases more cost-effective than remanufacturing, it is worth reading our guide: Manual transmission failures – when is an original used transmission a more reasonable choice than remanufacturing. Although the article concerns manual transmissions, it discusses universal arguments regarding the cost-effectiveness of using original components.

Mercedes automatic transmissions – selection and system expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as a torque converter, control elements, or additional transmission components, check the available parts in the Mercedes automatic transmissions category.

In the case of older models, such as the ML W163, the availability of new components at authorized service centers can be limited. In such a situation, verified parts from dismantling can be particularly helpful – you can find more on this topic in the article: how to use parts from dismantling for effective repair of older models.