Luk 11-043 Clutch Kit

LuK 11-043 Clutch Kit Overview

LuK 11-043 is a transmission clutch kit built for specific Mercedes-Benz applications, including the 2001-2003 Mercedes-Benz C240 and the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 from 10/01/2003. It combines OE-style engineering with application-specific components to support smooth clutch engagement and consistent pedal feel.

For drivers and technicians servicing a Mercedes-Benz C240 or SLK230, this LuK clutch kit is organized around the parts needed for a complete clutch service. The 11-043 part number is commonly searched for OE replacement work on these vehicles.

Key Features

• Self-adjusting pressure plate type for application-specific clutch operation
• 9-inch clutch disc diameter with 26-spline disc configuration
• 11-3/16-inch clutch diameter for the listed Mercedes-Benz applications
• 1-1/8-inch input shaft diameter specification
• Kit contents include cover assembly, clutch disc, slave cylinder, necessary pilots, and accessory pack
• LuK OE-supplier engineering for vehicle-specific performance specifications

Detailed Product Description

LuK develops clutch components using original-equipment knowledge, and the 11-043 kit reflects that approach with parts matched to the listed Mercedes-Benz fitments. The self-adjusting pressure plate helps maintain proper clutch operation as the assembly wears, while the included clutch disc and related components support a more complete transmission service. If you are sourcing a LuK 11-043 clutch kit for a Mercedes-Benz C240 or Mercedes-Benz SLK230, this part is built around the exact application data provided.

This part cross-references AMS Automotive 11-038 for the same application.

What This Clutch Kit Helps Address

• Clutch slippage during acceleration
• Hard or inconsistent clutch engagement
• Judder or shudder when taking off from a stop
• Wear-related loss of pedal consistency
• Transmission service needs on Mercedes-Benz C240 and SLK230 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle build date before ordering, especially for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, which is listed from 10/01/2003. Confirm spline count, input shaft diameter, and clutch diameter against the original components before installation. Inspect the flywheel, hydraulic release system, and related transmission components during service to help ensure proper clutch operation after replacement.

Quality Assurance

LuK is an original-equipment supplier that develops performance specifications for individual vehicle applications and manufactures a high level of its own components in-house. That OE-focused background supports consistent fitment and application-specific clutch performance for the listed Mercedes-Benz models.