Vaico V30-0862 Engine Crankcase Breather Hose - Valve Cover (Left) To Connector

Mercedes-Benz Crankcase Breather Hose

The Vaico V30-0862 engine crankcase breather hose is a direct-fit emission control component for Mercedes-Benz crankcase ventilation service. With a 225 mm length, 46.1 mm width, and 17 mm height, it is built to match the specified routing from the left valve cover to the connector on supported applications.

VAICO product line parts are positioned as OEM-grade replacement components, and this breather hose follows that approach for partial load crankcase ventilation service on Mercedes-Benz V8 and V6 applications.

• Part number: V30-0862
• Engine crankcase breather hose for emission control and crankcase ventilation repair
• 225 mm overall length for specified Mercedes-Benz routing
• 46.1 mm width and 17 mm height for fitment-specific installation
• Compatible with left valve cover to connector placement
• OE-style replacement for partial load crankcase ventilation systems

Detailed Fitment and Application

This hose is used in the crankcase ventilation system to route vapors from the valve cover to the connector, helping maintain proper ventilation flow in supported Mercedes-Benz engines. It is a fitment-specific replacement for models including Mercedes-Benz E320, Mercedes-Benz S500, and Mercedes-Benz ML320, as well as other listed applications. The V30-0862 part number is also referenced in cross-application catalogs for the same use case.

This part cross-references Gates EMH185 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Cracked or hardened crankcase breather hose material
• Oil vapor leaks at the valve cover-to-connector route
• Improper crankcase ventilation flow
• Vacuum-related drivability issues tied to ventilation hose failure
• Check engine concerns related to emission control hose deterioration

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing against the original layout before installation, especially on Mercedes-Benz applications with left valve cover connections. Confirm the connector ends, length, and hose shape match the removed part, and inspect nearby ventilation components for wear, oil saturation, or cracking before reassembly.

Compatible With 1998-2005 Mercedes-Benz E320, Valve Cover (Left) To Connector; 2000-2006 Mercedes-Benz S500, Valve Cover (Left) To Connector; 1998-2003 Mercedes-Benz ML320, Valve Cover (Left) To Connector; and other listed Mercedes-Benz applications.

Quality Assurance

VAICO V30-0862 is listed as OEM-grade Made in Germany (Q+) for the specified applications, with dimensions and fitment data provided for application matching.