Vaico V30-2478 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper (Radiator To Connector)

Radiator Coolant Hose for Mercedes-Benz Applications

This Vaico radiator coolant hose is built for select Mercedes-Benz cooling system applications, including Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500, and C230 models. Part number V30-2478 is specified for OE reference 2712030602 and is listed for upper radiator-to-connector and engine connection locations where applicable.

Key Features

• Brand: Vaico / VAICO
• Part number: V30-2478
• Category: Belts and Cooling > Hoses and Pipes
• Radiator coolant hose for cooling system service
• Steel construction
• Length: 344 mm
• Height: 42 mm
• Width: 291 mm
• OE reference: 2712030602
• Cross-reference part numbers: 271 203 06 02, A 271 203 06 02

Detailed Description

VAICO V30-2478 is a radiator coolant hose for Mercedes-Benz cooling system repair, with fitment listed for 2010-2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, 2010-2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, and 2003-2005 Mercedes-Benz C230. The fitment notes identify upper radiator-to-connector use on 2016 Sprinter models and engine connection use on the broader Sprinter and C230 applications. With a steel construction and measured dimensions of 344 mm in length, 42 mm in height, and 291 mm in width, this hose is specified to match the OE reference 2712030602.

VAICO’s VAICO line is used for OE-style replacement parts across European vehicle systems, and this coolant hose follows that approach with application-specific sizing and OE-number matching for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and C230 service work. The part number V30-2478 is useful when verifying the correct cooling hose against the vehicle’s original reference.

What This Part Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at the radiator-to-connector hose location
• Cracked, hardened, or deteriorated coolant hose material
• Loss of cooling system pressure
• Overheating caused by a compromised hose connection
• Fitment verification for OE number 2712030602 service replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the OE number 2712030602 and compare the hose routing, length, and connection points before installation. For Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and Sprinter 3500 applications, verify whether the vehicle uses the upper radiator-to-connector position or the engine connection configuration listed in the fitment data. Inspect adjoining clamps, connectors, and nearby cooling components for wear before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

VAICO parts are cataloged for application-specific replacement use in European vehicle systems. This radiator coolant hose is identified by OE reference and dimensional data to support accurate parts matching for Mercedes-Benz cooling system repair.