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442 011 01 59 Mercedes-Benz Compatible Piston & Liner Shim

1100 02 026

Summary

Precision 0.40 mm thickness piston & liner shim designed for Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty engines. Features an outside diameter of 153.50 mm and an inside diameter of 146.90 mm to ensure accurate cylinder liner protrusion and optimal engine sealing during overhauls. Equivalent to OE Mercedes-Benz 4420110159.

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EAN Code8699031003306
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Compatible OEM Codes

  • MERCEDES BENZ
    • 442 011 02 59
    • 442 011 01 59
    • 442 011 00 59

Description

What does a piston & liner shim do?

This piston & liner shim is a critical adjustment component used during engine overhauls to manage the protrusion of the cylinder liner within the engine block. By providing a precise thickness, it ensures that the clamping pressure on the cylinder head gasket remains within the required technical range, which is vital for maintaining proper engine compression and preventing leaks.

Compatibility and technical dimensions

This specific component is compatible with Mercedes-Benz engines. It features an outside diameter of 153.50 mm and an inside diameter of 146.90 mm, with a thickness of 0.40 mm. These dimensions are engineered to meet the rigorous requirements of heavy commercial vehicle engines, ensuring a high-strength fit within the cylinder assembly.

Installation and maintenance guidance

For workshop technicians performing engine rebuilds, selecting the correct shim thickness is essential for achieving the target liner height. When replacing liners, measuring the current protrusion and selecting the appropriate thickness from a graduated series helps maintain optimal sealing performance and prevents premature gasket failure or combustion leaks.

Ensuring engine sealing integrity

Proper installation requires clean seating surfaces to ensure the shim sits perfectly flat between the liner and the block. Using high-strength components like these helps maintain engine efficiency and long-term reliability under high thermal and pressure loads common in heavy-duty diesel applications.

OE cross-reference

1100 02 026 (Piston & Liner Shim) is the equivalent of the Mercedes-Benz OE number. This part directly replaces Mercedes-Benz OE number 4420110159.

Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications
Outside Diameter (D)153,50 mm
Inside Diameter (d)146,90 mm
Thickness (s)0,40 mm
Number of Packages10
ApplicationØ 128

Other OEMs

MERCEDES BENZ

  • A4420110259
  • A4420110159
  • A4420110059
  • 4420110259
  • 4420110159
  • 4420110059
  • 442.011.0259
  • 442.011.02.59
  • 442.011.0159
  • 442.011.01.59
  • 442.011.0059
  • 442.011.00.59
  • 442 011 0259
  • 442 011 0159
  • 442 011 0059
  • 442 011 02 59
  • 442 011 01 59
  • 442 011 00 59

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FAQ

What is the function of a piston & liner shim?
A piston & liner shim is used to adjust the protrusion of a cylinder liner relative to the block surface, ensuring proper clamping pressure on the head gasket.
Which vehicle brands are compatible with this part?
This specific component is designed for compatibility with Mercedes-Benz heavy commercial vehicle engines.
How do I select the correct shim thickness?
The thickness must be selected based on precise measurements of the liner protrusion during an engine overhaul to ensure correct sealing.
What are the technical dimensions for this shim?
This shim has an outside diameter of 153.50 mm, an inside diameter of 146.90 mm, and a thickness of 0.40 mm.
What are the OE reference numbers of this part?
1100 02 026 directly replaces Mercedes-Benz OE number 4420110159.