
Arocs 3242: OM 471 overhauled
Overhaul after bearing damage, checked on the test bench
Learn more: Arocs 3242: OM 471 overhauledEngine technology Autowelt GmbH
Overhaul of Mercedes-Benz engines for Actros, Atego and Arocs: from diagnosis through removal and overhaul to refitting, entirely in our workshop in Niederlauer near Bad Neustadt.


Mercedes-Benz engines
Engine damage on a Mercedes-Benz truck does not automatically mean replacing the engine. We examine the engine, tell you clearly whether an overhaul is worthwhile and agree the scope with you.
Our documented cases include the complete overhaul of an OM 471, the overhaul of an OM 502 LA, an oil pressure problem on the OM 501 LA, a cylinder head gasket on the Actros and the engine repair on the OM 926 LA. Where replacement is unavoidable, we offer overhauled and tested exchange engines. You will find engines from other manufacturers and further areas of use on our page on truck engine overhaul.
Services
From a single component to a complete overhaul. We discuss the scope with you after the diagnosis.
Dismantling, analysis and overhaul of the engine, matched to use, mileage and condition.
Targeted repair of individual assemblies, for example cylinder head gasket, oil pump or injection nozzles.
Measurement and fault finding, for example with oil pressure that is too low or excessive pressure in the cooling system.
Removal, repair, overhaul and refitting from a single source; the engine is fitted using our crane.
Overhauled and tested exchange engines when an overhaul does not make sense.
With our low-loader and crane body we collect and deliver the vehicle by arrangement.
Engine series
A selection of the engine series with examples from our workshop. If your series is not listed, please ask us.
| Engine series | Vehicle | Example from the workshop |
|---|---|---|
| OM 471 | Arocs | Arocs 3242 tipper: overhaul after bearing damage |
| OM 502 / OM 502 LA | Actros V8, coach | Actros V8 (type 2660, 440 kW): overhaul, Setra S 431 DT: seized piston |
| OM 501 LA | Actros | Actros 2541 refuse truck: oil pressure problem |
| OM 926 LA (Euro 6) | Atego | Atego: diagnosis and engine repair |
| OM 457, OM 460, OM 906 | Mercedes-Benz engine series in our engine overview | We clarify the vehicle and the fault in the first conversation. |
Is your engine not listed? Tell us the vehicle and engine series and we will clarify whether and how we can help.
Vehicle ranges
The engine overhaul depends on the vehicle, the engine series and the damage. Three examples from our case studies:
OM 502 LA in the Actros V8, oil pressure problem on the OM 501 LA and cylinder head gasket on the Actros 1843.
Diagnosis and engine repair on the OM 926 LA (Euro 6) in our workshop in Niederlauer.
OM 471 in the Arocs 3242 tipper: overhaul after bearing damage, checked on the test bench.
Process
We carry out all work in our workshop, from removal through dismantling to final assembly.
You tell us the vehicle, engine series and fault by phone or WhatsApp, with photos if needed.
The engine is removed; collection of the engine and vehicle by arrangement.
We dismantle the engine and analyse the damage on a technical basis.
We tell you clearly whether the overhaul is worthwhile and agree the scope with you.
Repair or overhaul, final assembly, testing and refitting.
Real workshop cases
The work shown comes from the documented reference collection of Autowelt GmbH.

Overhaul after bearing damage, checked on the test bench
Learn more: Arocs 3242: OM 471 overhauled
Oil pump identified as the cause, followed by a complete engine overhaul
Learn more: Actros V8: OM 502 LA overhauled
Measurement with a pressure gauge and fault diagnosis
Learn more: Actros 2541: oil pressure on the OM 501 LA
Gasket replaced, test run with normal pressure values
Learn more: Actros 1843: cylinder head gasket
Diagnosis and engine repair in Niederlauer
Learn more: Atego: OM 926 LA Euro 6
Seized piston, engine overhauled with new parts
Learn more: Setra S 431 DT: OM 502 overhauledFrequently asked questions
That depends on the use, mileage and condition of the engine. We examine the engine, tell you clearly whether an overhaul is worthwhile and, where appropriate, discuss alternatives such as an overhauled and tested exchange engine.
Our case studies show work on the OM 471, OM 502 LA, OM 501 LA and OM 926 LA. Our engine overview also lists the OM 457, OM 460 and OM 906. Tell us the vehicle and engine series and we will clarify whether and how we can help.
Yes. Our documented cases include engines from the Actros, the Atego and the Arocs. We determine the exact scope after examining the engine.
We remove the engine, dismantle it, analyse the damage, agree the scope with you, overhaul the engine and refit it. The work is carried out in our workshop in Niederlauer.
With our low-loader and crane body we collect and deliver the vehicle by arrangement. We clarify by phone whether and how this is possible for you.
The duration depends on the damage, the scope of work and the availability of spare parts. We give you an estimate as soon as we have examined the engine.
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Contact
Call us or write to us on WhatsApp. Tell us the vehicle, engine series and fault. We give you honest, well-founded advice.

Lena, our AI assistantAvailable around the clock, including outside opening hours. 09771 90 645 63
| Monday–Friday | 08:00–18:00 |
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| Saturday | 07:00–14:00 |