BBB Industries 313-0275 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Reman Rack and Pinion for Mercedes-Benz E-Class

BBB Industries 313-0275 is a remanufactured hydraulic rack and pinion assembly for select Mercedes-Benz E-Class applications. It is built for power steering systems and is supplied without the EVO component, with inner tie rods and bushings included for a direct steering gear replacement.

Key Features

• Remanufactured hydraulic rack and pinion assembly
• Fits select 2004-2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class models with power steering
• Supplied without EVO component
• Inner tie rods included; outer tie rods not included
• Bushings included
• 11 mm pressure port and 11 mm return port thread sizes
• 43.875 in rack length and 12.81 in mounting hole spacing
• 3 turns lock to lock
• BBB Industries Reman Rack and Pinion line

Detailed Description

BBB Industries 313-0275 is part of the Reman Rack and Pinion product line, a steering gear solution focused on restoring precise hydraulic steering response in Mercedes-Benz E350, E550, E500, and E320 applications. This remanufactured rack and pinion assembly is configured for power steering systems and matches the listed OE-style dimensions, including a 0.695 in input shaft diameter, 1.625 in input shaft length, and 43.875 in rack length. The unit uses two mounting holes, includes bushings, and is specified with 11 mm pressure and return ports for proper hydraulic connection.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 19321231) for the same application. The BBB Industries 313-0275 is a direct-fit steering rack option for drivers searching for a reman rack and pinion for 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz E350, 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz E550, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 without Sport Package, 2004-2006 Mercedes-Benz E500, or 2004-2005 Mercedes-Benz E320.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or leaking hydraulic steering rack
• Correcting excessive steering play or loose steering feel
• Addressing steering fluid seepage at the rack assembly
• Restoring consistent power steering response
• Replacing a steering gear with internal wear or binding

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s steering configuration before installation, including the absence of the EVO component and the correct model-year application. Confirm port thread size, mounting hole spacing, and input shaft dimensions against the original unit before removal. After installation, bleed the hydraulic steering system thoroughly and perform a front-end alignment to complete the repair.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactures steering components to meet application-specific fitment and dimensional requirements. This rack and pinion assembly is built as a remanufactured replacement for the listed Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles and is intended to match the original hydraulic steering setup.