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Cardone 26-4005 Rack and Pinion Assembly
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Rack and Pinion Assembly
Fitment: Mercedes-Benz, C280, C350, C55 AMG, CLK350, CLK500, CLK55 AMG, C230, C240, C320, CLK320, and C32 AMG
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Overview of Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly 26-4005
The Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly 26-4005 is a remanufactured steering component designed for select Mercedes-Benz models. Engineered with an aluminum casting, this assembly ensures durability and precise steering response for vehicles like the C32 AMG, C55 AMG, C230, and CLK55 AMG.
- Remanufactured rack and pinion assembly with aluminum casting
- Compatible with multiple Mercedes-Benz models including C230, C280, CLK320, and C350
- Includes rack and pinion, sealing kit, and instruction sheet
- Features O-ring type hose ports and tie rod ends included
- Input shaft diameter of 0.70 inches and length of 1.06 inches
- Distance between mounting holes: 10.44 inches (265.13 mm)
- Total turns lock to lock: 2.75
- Black steering rack color with 44.38 inches rack length
About the Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly Product Line
The Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly product line focuses on remanufactured steering gear components that meet or exceed OEM specifications. This line provides reliable steering performance and is designed to restore factory steering feel and control. The 26-4005 part number is part of this line, offering a complete rack and pinion solution including tie rod ends and sealing kits for a comprehensive replacement.
Detailed Product Description
This rack and pinion assembly is constructed with a lightweight aluminum casting to reduce weight while maintaining strength. It features a 0.70-inch diameter input shaft with a length of 1.06 inches, designed to fit precisely within the steering system of compatible Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The assembly includes two mounting holes spaced 10.44 inches apart, ensuring proper fitment and secure installation. The black finish on the steering rack provides corrosion resistance and a clean appearance. Tie rod ends are included to simplify installation and ensure proper steering linkage connection.
Common Steering Issues Addressed by This Assembly
- Hard steering during initial minutes of driving (often called "morning sickness")
- Steering not returning to center after turns
- Power steering pump whining caused by air in the system
- Loose or imprecise steering feel due to worn rack and pinion
- Leaking or damaged steering rack components
Installation Notes and Tips
- Ensure the steering system is properly bled to remove air and prevent pump noise
- Verify mounting hole alignment with vehicle chassis before tightening bolts
- Use the included sealing kit to prevent fluid leaks
- Check input shaft dimensions to confirm compatibility with your vehicle
- Follow the instruction sheet carefully for torque specifications and installation sequence
Quality Assurance and Warranty
The Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly 26-4005 is remanufactured to meet strict quality standards, restoring the part to reliable working condition. Each unit undergoes thorough inspection and testing to ensure proper function and durability. While specific warranty details may vary, Cardone typically offers a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship to provide confidence in your purchase.
| Brand | Cardone |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 26-4005 |
| Position | Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| Casting Material | Aluminum |
| Distance Between Mounting Holes (in) | 10.44 |
| Distance Between Mounting Holes (mm) | 265.13 |
| E-Waste | No |
| Hose Port Type | O-Ring |
| Input Shaft Diameter (in) | 0.70 |
| Input Shaft Diameter (mm) | 17.78 |
| Input Shaft Length (in) | 1.06 |
| Input Shaft Length (mm) | 27.00 |
| Number of Mounting Holes | 2 |
| Package Contents | Rack and Pinion, Sealing Kit, Instruction Sheet |
| Pressure Port ID Size | 0.436 |
| Product Condition | Remanufactured |
| Rack Length (in) | 44.38 |
| Rack Length (mm) | 1127.13 |
| Return Port ID Size | 0.436 |
| Steering Rack Color | Black |
| Thread Length (in) | 2.90 |
| Thread Length (mm) | 73.66 |
| Tie Rod Ends Included | Yes |
| Total Turns Lock to Lock | 2.75 |
This part fits 34 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | RWD | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | RWD | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | C350 | RWD | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | C55 AMG | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK350 | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK500 | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK55 AMG | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | C240 | RWD | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | C320 | RWD | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | C55 AMG | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK500 | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK55 AMG | N/A | Except Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; Includes Inner Tie Rods; In-Line Filter available; For warranty purposes it is recommended to always install a filter and to use suggested OE Fluid and flush the system; with Hydraulic Power; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | C240 | RWD | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | C32 AMG | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | C320 | RWD | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK500 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK55 AMG | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | C240 | RWD | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | C32 AMG | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | C320 | RWD | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | Coupe | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | |
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK500 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK55 AMG | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | C240 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | C32 AMG | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | C320 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2001 | Mercedes-Benz | C240 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly | ||
| 2001 | Mercedes-Benz | C320 | N/A | Install in-line filter and use OE fluid; flush hydraulic power system when installing Rack and Pinion Assembly with inner tie rods for warranty validation.; Rack and Pinion Assembly |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
2034601100203460110088203460130020346033002303380015
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.