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Cardone 96-120 Power Steering Pump
Reliable Power Steering Pump for Select Mercedes-Benz Models
The Cardone Power Steering Pump 96-120 is designed to restore smooth and responsive steering for your Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Engineered with durable aluminum housing and a remote reservoir design, this pump supports consistent hydraulic pressure for improved steering performance.
- Compatible with Mercedes-Benz CL550, CLS550, E350, E550, GL450, GL550, ML350, ML500, ML550, R350, and S550 models
- Constructed with aluminum housing for strength and heat dissipation
- Includes hydraulic pump, instruction sheet, and sealing kit for installation
- Features O-ring hose port type and quick connect inlet attachment for secure connections
- Power steering outlet thread size 16x1.5 with threaded outlet attachment
- Press-on pulley attachment type; pulley not included
- Remote reservoir compatible; reservoir and mounting hardware not included
About the Cardone Power Steering Pump Line
The Cardone Power Steering Pump product line focuses on delivering reliable replacement pumps that meet or exceed OEM specifications. This line emphasizes durable materials such as aluminum housings and precise fitment to ensure compatibility with specific vehicle models. The 96-120 pump is part of this line, offering a balance of quality construction and practical design features tailored for Mercedes-Benz power steering systems.
Product Details and Specifications
This new Cardone power steering pump (part number 96-120) is built with an aluminum housing that provides durability and efficient heat dissipation during operation. It features a remote reservoir design, which means the reservoir is separate and not included with the pump. The pump uses a press-on pulley attachment type; note that the pulley is not included and must be reused or replaced separately. The inlet attachment is a quick connect type, while the outlet uses a threaded connection with a 16x1.5 thread size. Hose ports utilize O-ring seals to prevent leaks and maintain hydraulic pressure.
Common Applications and Problem Resolution
- Restores power assist in steering for Mercedes-Benz CL550, CLS550, E350, E550, GL450, GL550, ML350, ML500, ML550, R350, and S550
- Eliminates whining noises caused by worn or failing power steering pumps
- Resolves hard steering issues, especially when assist is only present at higher engine RPMs
- Addresses fluid flow problems due to debris in the flow control valve bore
- Corrects steering difficulties related to cracked or damaged pulleys
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Cardone 96-120 power steering pump, ensure the original pulley is inspected for damage, as the pulley is not included with this pump. Use the provided sealing kit to prevent leaks at connection points. The quick connect inlet and threaded outlet require proper alignment and torque to maintain system integrity. Since mounting hardware and reservoir are not included, reuse existing components or source replacements as needed. Regularly check power steering fluid levels and condition, as some OEMs recommend fluid changes even if no issues are apparent.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
This Cardone power steering pump is a new, professionally manufactured replacement part designed to meet OEM standards. It undergoes quality control inspections to ensure reliable performance. While specific warranty details are not provided here, Cardone typically offers limited warranties on their power steering components. Consult product documentation or Cardone directly for warranty terms related to part number 96-120.
| Brand | Cardone |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 96-120 |
| Position | Power Steering Pump |
| E-Waste | No |
| Hose Port Type | O-ring |
| Housing Material | Aluminum |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Package Contents | Hydraulic Pump; Instruction Sheet; Sealing Kit |
| Power Steering Outlet Thread Size | 16x1.5 |
| Power Steering Pump Inlet Attachement Type | Quick Connect |
| Power Steering Pump Outlet Attachment Type | Threaded |
| Power Steering Reservoir Cap Included | No |
| Product Condition | New |
| Pulley Attachement Type | Press-On |
| Pulley Included | No |
| Remote Reservoir | Yes |
| Reservoir Included | No |
This part fits 42 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | CLS550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | GAS | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | CL550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | CLS550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | GAS | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | CL550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | CLS550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | E350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | E550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | ML500 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | R350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | S550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | CLS550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | E350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | E550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | N/A | Except for vehicles with Electronic Speed Sensitive Steering; does not include reservoir; can be used with In-Line Filter; it is recommended to always install a filter, use OE Fluid, and flush the system for warranty purposes; includes Seal Kit.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | ML500 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | R350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | S550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | CLS550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | E350 | N/A | New Power Steering Pump | |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | R350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | S550 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | N/A | From 12/20/2005; Reservoir Not Included; In-Line Filter available; Always install a filter and use OE Fluid for warranty purposes; flush system; with Seal Kit; Power Steering Pump | |
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | R350 | N/A | Reservoir not included; in-line filter and seal kit included; always install filter, use OE fluid, and flush system for warranty.; Power Steering Pump |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.