Mahle 68074 Engine Timing Cover Seal

Timing Cover Seal Overview

This Mahle timing cover seal is built for engine sealing service on a wide range of Mercedes-Benz and INFINITI applications. It supports leak control at the timing cover interface and is listed for multiple fitments across 2014-2022 model years.

Key Features

• Engine timing cover seal for sealing service at the timing cover.
• FPM (fluoride rubber) noted in fitment data for many Mercedes-Benz applications.
• Mahle sealing product line backed by OEM and technician trust.
• Fits multiple Mercedes-Benz and INFINITI models, including A220, C300, CLA250, GLA250, and Q50.
• Part number 68074 for catalog and service identification.

Detailed Fitment and Use

Compatible with Mercedes-Benz A220, C300, CLA250, CLA35 AMG, E350, GLA250, GLB250, GLC300, GLE350, Metris, Sprinter 1500, and Sprinter 2500 applications across the listed years, plus INFINITI Q50 and QX30 coverage in the fitment table. This timing cover seal is used to restore the sealing surface at the engine timing cover and help maintain proper oil containment. The Mahle 68074 seal is also listed for Mercedes-Benz performance and hybrid variants such as CLA45 AMG, GLA45 AMG, GLC350e, and A35 AMG, making it a useful catalog match for many turbocharged and specialty engine configurations.

This part cross-references Datsun/Nissan (e.g., 13042-HG00D, N5065-97C2N) for the same application.

Common Issues It Can Address

• Oil seepage at the timing cover seam.
• Visible residue around the engine front cover area.
• Seal deterioration from age and heat cycling.
• Loss of sealing integrity during timing cover service.

Installation Notes and Quality

Install during timing cover service with the mating surfaces cleaned and inspected before assembly. Verify the exact engine application against the fitment table, since coverage varies by model year and trim. Mahle sealing products are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this part number is 68074.