Mercedes-Benz Engine Rocker Arm - Kolbenschmidt 6510500033

Product Information

An Engine Rocker Arm is a critical component in the valve train of an internal combustion engine. It acts as a lever that transfers the camshaft’s rotational motion into the up-and-down motion needed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves.

When the camshaft lobe pushes one side of the rocker arm, the other side presses down on the valve stem, allowing air-fuel mixture in (intake valve) or exhaust gases out (exhaust valve).

• Tapping or clicking noise from the engine – caused by excessive clearance or a loose/broken rocker arm.
• Engine misfire or rough idle – valves may not open properly, leading to incomplete combustion.
• Loss of power/poor acceleration – improper valve timing reduces engine efficiency.

About Kolbenschmidt

The KS Kolbenschmidt division develops, produces and markets gasoline and diesel engine pistons for cars and commercial vehicles and is among the foremost players in its segment. Other products include pistons for two-cycle and compressor engines as well as large pistons for stationary, marine and locomotive engines.

Upgrading power density as well as achieving further reductions in fuel consumption and emissions have for years now been the factors driving the development of new types of pistons at KS Kolbenschmidt.

Neckarsulm-based KS Kolbenschmidt GmbH, an international company, harnesses to maximum effect the synergies among its various units: large-bore, commercial vehicle and car pistons. Available for this purpose is the experience derived from local development departments and the development centers and production facilities in Europe, North and South America and Asia.

For years now, many notable OEMs have been regular customers of this division. The chief markets are Europe, North and South America, and Asia.