Hayden 8301 Engine Cooling Fan Clutch

Hayden 8301 Fan Clutch Overview

The Hayden Fan Clutch 8301 is a heavy-duty thermal engine cooling fan clutch built for OE-style replacement on select Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Dodge Sprinter applications. It uses an aluminum construction, standard rotation, and a hex mounting type to match the specified cooling system setup.

Compatible With 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 / 3500XD without dual zone climate control, as well as 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 with standard rotation heavy duty thermal fan clutch applications.

Key Features

• Hayden Fan Clutch line, part number 8301
• Thermal clutch design for temperature-responsive fan engagement
• Heavy-duty style for demanding cooling system service
• Aluminum construction with raw aluminum finish
• Standard rotation and hex mounting type
• OE replacement that meets or exceeds OEM requirements
• Performance rated for application-specific cooling control
• Fan molded to clutch design; mounting hardware not included

Detailed Product Description

The Hayden 8301 is an engine cooling fan clutch engineered as a direct OE replacement for select Sprinter vans. As part of the Hayden Fan Clutch product line, it is built for heavy use and thermal operation, helping the engine-driven fan engage based on temperature demand rather than running at full speed all the time. The aluminum body and 17.48-inch maximum diameter support a durable, application-matched fit for the listed Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Dodge Sprinter models. This part number 8301 is also cross-referenced with Dorman - HELP 46105 for the same application.

Fits 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, N/A; Fits 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, N/A; Fits 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD, N/A; Fits 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500, N/A; Fits 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 3500, N/A.

Common Cooling System Issues It May Address

• Engine fan staying engaged longer than expected
• Reduced cooling fan response at operating temperature
• Cooling performance concerns under load or in stop-and-go driving
• Noise from a worn or failing fan clutch assembly
• Need for OE-style replacement on a thermal fan clutch application

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify standard rotation, hex mounting, and the fan-molded-to-clutch configuration before installation. Confirm the vehicle does not have dual zone climate control where noted in the fitment data. Inspect the surrounding cooling components, fan blade condition, and mounting surfaces during replacement, and follow the vehicle service procedure for the Sprinter cooling system.

Quality Assurance

The Hayden 8301 is a new, performance-rated, OE replacement fan clutch that meets or exceeds OEM requirements for the listed applications. It is built as a thermal heavy-duty unit for direct-fit cooling system service on compatible Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Dodge Sprinter models.