{"product_id":"pwr-42-2323-rack-and-pinion-assembly","title":"PWR 42-2323 Rack and Pinion Assembly","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePWR 42-2323 Rack and Pinion Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePWR 42-2323 is a hydraulic rack and pinion assembly built for direct-fit replacement on select Mercedes-Benz SUVs. It is engineered for straightforward installation and is 100% tested for leaks, pressure, noise, and function before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic rack and pinion assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit design for easier installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSA engineering approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGasket or seal included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting brackets included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner tie rods included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e54-spline steering input shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16.8 mm steering input shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale inlet and outlet line fittings, 11 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.11 turns lock to lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350, N\/A, with hydraulic power steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2012 Mercedes-Benz GL450, N\/A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550, N\/A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350, N\/A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350, N\/A, with hydraulic power steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2011 Mercedes-Benz ML450, N\/A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2011 Mercedes-Benz ML550, N\/A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320, N\/A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320, N\/A, excluding speed sensitive steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350, N\/A, excluding speed sensitive steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2009 Mercedes-Benz ML550, N\/A, excluding speed sensitive steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, N\/A, excluding speed sensitive steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500, N\/A, excluding speed sensitive steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis PWR rack and pinion assembly is built for Mercedes-Benz GL-Class and ML-Class vehicles that use hydraulic steering. The unit includes inner tie rods, mounting brackets, and seals, and it is configured with female 11 mm inlet and outlet fittings, a 54-spline input shaft, and a 3.11 lock-to-lock ratio. PWR 42-2323 cross-references Cardone New 97-4022 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play or looseness at the wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluid leakage from the steering gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise during steering input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven or inconsistent steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear-related failure in the original rack and pinion assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify hydraulic power steering configuration and confirm whether the vehicle is listed with or without speed sensitive steering before ordering. Compare the input shaft spline count, shaft diameter, and line fitting sizes to the original unit before installation. Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse or source the required fasteners as needed during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePWR states that its pumps, racks, and gears are tested for leaks, pressure, noise, and function, and that this unit is USA engineering approved. That testing helps support consistent steering performance on Mercedes-Benz GL350, GL450, GL550, ML350, ML450, ML550, GL320, ML320, ML63 AMG, and ML500 applications covered by the fitment data.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PWR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634782372021,"sku":"HKKN-42-2323","price":1005.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/9R_422323_Fro.jpg?v=1774987339","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/pwr-42-2323-rack-and-pinion-assembly","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}