Vaico V30-2002 Engine Oil Drain Plug

Mercedes-Benz Engine Oil Drain Plug

Vaico V30-2002 is a steel engine oil drain plug with a zinc-coated surface and included seal ring for a secure oil pan seal during service. It uses an M12 x 1.5 thread, a 13 mm spanner size, and a male hex head for straightforward removal and tightening.

Key Features

• Steel construction with zinc-coated finish for corrosion resistance
• M12 x 1.5 outer thread with 12 mm thread length
• Male hex head design with 13 mm spanner size
• Supplied with seal ring for drain plug sealing
• Vaico V30-2002 replacement for OE-style oil service applications

Detailed Product Information

VAICO focuses on OE-style replacement parts for European vehicles, and the VAICO line is commonly selected for maintenance items that need correct thread size, sealing profile, and service fit. This engine oil drain plug is built for Mercedes-Benz and select BMW applications that use an M12 x 1.5 drain plug specification. It cross-references Mercedes-Benz OE application 7119903199 and is listed with interchange references such as Dorman 65236 and Dorman HELP 69014 for the same application.

Compatible With Mercedes-Benz C300, C350e, E300, GLE350, GLE400, GLE43 AMG, GLS450, GLS550, GL350, GL450, GL550, ML350, ML400, ML550, E350, R350, SL63 AMG, CLS63 AMG, E63 AMG, SL65 AMG, CL63 AMG, S63 AMG, and other listed models using the same M12 x 1.5 drain plug specification. Also compatible with BMW M5 and BMW Z8 applications listed for this part number.

Common Service Issues It Can Address

• Stripped or worn drain plug threads
• Oil seepage at the oil pan drain point
• Damaged sealing surface from repeated oil changes
• Incorrect thread pitch or head size during replacement
• Corrosion on an original drain plug

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the oil pan thread size is M12 x 1.5 before installation.
• Inspect the sealing surface and replace the drain plug if the threads or head are damaged.
• Use the correct 13 mm tool to avoid rounding the hex head.
• Confirm the seal ring seats evenly before final tightening.
• Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque specification during oil service.

Quality Assurance

Vaico V30-2002 is a zinc-coated steel drain plug built to match the listed OE-style application requirements for Mercedes-Benz and BMW service work. The part number V30-2002 is cataloged against multiple interchange references to support accurate replacement selection.