Maval 9303M Rack and Pinion Assembly

Remanufactured Steering Rack for Mercedes-Benz E-Class

The Maval 9303M is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly for select Mercedes-Benz E-Class applications without Servotronic. It is built with an aluminum casting and includes inner tie rods, making it a direct-fit steering replacement for vehicles that need restored steering response and rack integrity.

Compatible with 1996-2002 Mercedes-Benz E320, 1998-2002 Mercedes-Benz E430, 1997-2002 Mercedes-Benz E500, 1998-2002 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E280, 1996-1999 Mercedes-Benz E300, and 1997-1999 Mercedes-Benz E420, this Maval rack and pinion assembly is identified by part number 9303M.

Key Features

• Remanufactured rack and pinion assembly for steering repair
• Includes inner tie rods
• Aluminum casting material
• 3.25 total turns lock to lock
• Input shaft diameter: 0.69 in. / 17.5 mm
• Input shaft length: 2.5 in. / 63.5 mm
• Rack length: 45.31 in. / 1150.95 mm
• Distance between mounting holes: 12.75 in. / 323.85 mm
• Pressure port thread size: M14 x 1.5
• Return port thread size: M16 x 1.5
• Hose port type: Banjo/Washer

Product Details

Maval Remanufactured Rack and Pinion 9303M is built for Mercedes-Benz steering systems that use a non-Servotronic configuration. The assembly is specified with two mounting holes, a 2.37 in. / 60.25 mm thread length, and a rack length that matches the listed application requirements. This part cross-references Anchor 3611 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Excessive steering play or looseness
• Fluid leakage from the rack and pinion assembly
• Uneven or inconsistent steering response
• Worn internal steering components
• Restoration of steering feel on Mercedes-Benz E320, E430, E500, E55 AMG, E280, E300, and E420 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is equipped without Servotronic before ordering. Confirm port thread sizes, mounting-hole spacing, and input shaft dimensions against the original unit before installation. After replacement, the steering system should be inspected, filled, and bled according to factory service procedures, and the front-end alignment should be checked.

Quality Assurance

Maval remanufactured steering components are rebuilt to restore proper function for listed applications. Part number 9303M is intended for direct replacement use on the specified Mercedes-Benz E-Class fitments.