New Mercedes Sprinter Turbo – Ref. 708257-5001S

A new turbo designed for the Sprinter's demanding commercial use

The Mercedes Sprinter in its 2.5 D 120 guise is first and foremost a working vehicle: daily deliveries, urban runs interspersed with motorway driving, frequent heavy loads and sometimes hard driving to keep to schedules. This intensive use places considerable strain on the turbocharger, which must build boost pressure regularly under load – sometimes with the engine still cold at the start of the day. This pattern of use naturally accelerates wear on the bearings and seals of the original turbo, particularly when engine oil maintenance is not kept up to the mark.

Compatibility with the Sprinter and the OM014A engine

This new turbo is compatible with reference 708257-5001S, intended for the Mercedes Sprinter fitted with the 2.5 D 120 engine (engine code OM014A). Before placing an order, we recommend checking this reference directly on the old turbo fitted to your vehicle, as several turbo variants may have been used on this model depending on the version and market.

• Engine: 2.5 D 120
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Engine capacity: 2489 cm3
• Engine code: OM014A

Equivalent references

• 708257-5001S
• 79050

Exchange basis and warranty for this Sprinter turbo

This turbo is sold on an exchange basis: return of your old turbo is required, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions. It is only collected after the new turbo has been delivered and fitted, so your Sprinter is off the road for as little time as possible. This new turbo comes with a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over up to 10 instalments.

Fitting and maintenance advice for the OM014A engine

On this diesel engine, the majority of turbo failures stem from insufficient lubrication caused by poor-quality oil or missed oil changes, a clogged air filter, or cracked intake hoses that disrupt boost pressure. Before fitting the new turbo, check the oil circuit, the condition of the hoses and the air intake to avoid any contamination. When starting up, make sure to prime the oil circuit before the first start to protect the bearings from the very first engine revolutions.