Mercedes W204 C63 AMG M156 EGR Valve Right O/S Exhaust Recirculation A1561401060

Mercedes W204 C63 AMG M156 EGR Valve Right O/S Exhaust Recirculation is a specialized exhaust gas recirculation component designed for the right side of the M156 engine in the C63 AMG model. A properly selected EGR valve in this vehicle is crucial for stable engine operation, emission control, and maintaining the performance characteristics typical of AMG. Choosing an original component from the EGR Valves and Parts group allows you to maintain structural consistency and the operating parameters of the power unit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1561401060
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1561401060
• Substitutable numbers: A1561401060, A 156 140 10 60
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: EGR Parts & Valves

Purpose and function in the M156 system

The described valve is dedicated to the M156 engine in the Mercedes W204 C63 AMG and is mounted on the right side of the engine. Its task is controlled exhaust gas recirculation, which affects combustion temperature, emission levels, and engine refinement under various loads. A properly functioning component in this location allows for maintaining predictable throttle response, stable idle speed, and correct interaction with the control electronics.

Technical characteristics and fitment

As a part from the EGR Valves and Parts group, this element is structurally matched to the intake and exhaust system of the M156 engine. The appropriate body shape, mounting points, and connections ensure proper sealing and compatibility with the factory installation. As a result, installation is predictable, without the need to modify adjacent components, which is especially important in a thermally and mechanically heavily loaded AMG engine.

Benefits of using an original EGR valve

Using the correct EGR valve on the right side of the M156 engine translates into a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining proper operation of the exhaust gas recirculation system and interaction with the engine control unit software,
• reducing the risk of diagnostic errors related to improper exhaust gas flow,
• preserving factory torque characteristics and load response,
• better control over combustion chamber temperature, which promotes engine durability.

In the case of high-performance units such as the M156, the use of a properly selected EGR component is important not only for emissions but also for long-term engine stability.

Condition, verification, and service application

The offered valve comes from a Mercedes vehicle and is a used item, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining original specifications. This type of component works perfectly for service repairs when the goal is to restore proper EGR system operation without interfering with the engine structure. Thanks to maintaining the factory purpose and placement on the vehicle on the right side, the valve can be used as a direct replacement for a damaged part.

Integration with other EGR system elements

In the M156 engine, the exhaust gas recirculation system works with manifolds, hoses, sensors, and the engine controller. A properly selected EGR valve on the right side ensures correct medium flow throughout the path, which facilitates diagnostics and limits the need for additional modifications. Replacing this element is particularly recommended in situations where symptoms such as unstable idle, power loss, or exhaust flow-related errors in the controller memory appear.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional valves, recirculation hoses, or control elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes EGR Valves and Parts category.

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