Vaico V30-0138 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly

Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner for Mercedes-Benz

The Vaico V30-0138 accessory drive belt tensioner assembly is built for Mercedes-Benz applications that use a ribbed V-belt system. It is specified for vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz S320, C280, C36 AMG, E320, SL320, 300CE, 300E, and 300TE with OE reference 1622003270.

With a compact 111.5 mm height, 117 mm length, 91 mm width, and 0.688 kg weight, this tensioner assembly is sized for direct replacement service in the accessory drive belt system. VAICO V30-0138 is listed without a pulley, so confirming the existing belt drive layout before ordering is important.

Key Features

• Accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for ribbed V-belt systems
• OE reference: 1622003270
• Dimensions: 111.5 mm height, 117 mm length, 91 mm width
• Weight: 0.688 kg
• Packaged size: 13 cm depth, 13.2 cm height, 12 cm width
• Does not include pulley
• Vaico V30-0138 part number for catalog matching and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

VAICO V30-0138 is an accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with a ribbed V-belt setup. This part is cataloged for 1993-1999 Mercedes-Benz applications, including S320, C280, C36 AMG, E320, SL320, 300CE, 300E, and 300TE models. The compact housing dimensions and OE cross-reference support accurate replacement selection for accessory belt service. This part cross-references Gates 38211 and Dorman - HELP 55144 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a Mercedes-Benz accessory drive belt tensioner assembly, Mercedes-Benz S320 belt tensioner replacement, or Vaico V30-0138 for Mercedes-Benz E320 and SL320 applications, this listing provides the key catalog details needed to verify fitment. The part is identified with OE No. 1622003270 and is listed as aftermarket replacement hardware for the specified vehicles.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S320, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1994-1997 Mercedes-Benz C280, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1995-1997 Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1996-1997 Mercedes-Benz E320, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1994-1997 Mercedes-Benz SL320, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz E320, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300E, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO
• Fits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300TE, N/A. Grade: Aftermarket; Description: Ribbed V-Belt; Does Not Include Pulley; With OE No. 1622003270; VAICO

Common Issues This Part Addresses

• Accessory belt tension loss in ribbed V-belt systems
• Belt noise caused by worn tensioner components
• Uneven belt tracking from a fatigued tensioner assembly
• Service replacement for OE No. 1622003270 applications
• Fitment matching for Mercedes-Benz belt drive maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE number, belt routing, and existing tensioner style before installation. This VAICO V30-0138 listing does not include a pulley, so compare the current assembly to the replacement part and confirm the accessory drive belt system configuration on the vehicle. Use the vehicle-specific fitment notes for Mercedes-Benz S320, C280, C36 AMG, E320, SL320, 300CE, 300E, and 300TE applications.

Quality Assurance

VAICO catalogs this tensioner assembly as an aftermarket replacement for the listed Mercedes-Benz applications and OE reference 1622003270. The part number V30-0138, along with the published dimensions and fitment data, supports accurate catalog verification before installation.