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Vaico V30-7202-1 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer
Overview of the VAICO Steering Tie Rod End V30-7202-1
The VAICO Steering Tie Rod End V30-7202-1 is engineered for precise steering control and durability. Designed specifically for select Mercedes-Benz models, this component ensures reliable connection between the steering rack and the wheels.
- Height: 75 mm
- Length: 73 mm
- Outer thread size: M 12x1.5
- Thread type: Right-hand thread
- Width: 38.4 mm
- Weight: 0.620 kg
Detailed Product Description
This steering tie rod end from VAICO is manufactured to meet the exact specifications required for Mercedes-Benz vehicles including the C36 AMG, C43 AMG, C220, C230, C280, CLK55 AMG, CLK320, CLK430, SLK32 AMG, SLK230, and SLK320 models. The part number V30-7202-1 identifies this specific tie rod end, which features a 75 mm height and 73 mm length to fit precisely within the steering assembly. The M 12x1.5 outer thread with a right-hand thread type ensures secure attachment and compatibility with the original steering components. With a width of 38.4 mm and a weight of 0.620 kg, this part balances strength and fitment requirements for optimal steering performance.
About the VAICO Brand Line
The VAICO brand line specializes in high-quality steering, gear, and related components designed for European vehicles. This steering tie rod end is part of VAICO's commitment to providing reliable replacement parts that meet OEM standards. The VAICO product line focuses on precision engineering and durability, making it suitable for maintaining the steering integrity of Mercedes-Benz models.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Restores proper steering linkage function on Mercedes-Benz C and CLK series vehicles
- Eliminates excessive play or looseness in the steering system
- Prevents uneven tire wear caused by faulty tie rod ends
- Reduces steering vibration and improves vehicle handling
- Addresses noise or clunking sounds from worn steering components
Installation Notes and Tips
- Ensure compatibility with Mercedes-Benz models listed before installation
- Use appropriate tools to avoid damaging the M 12x1.5 thread
- Check alignment after installation to maintain proper steering geometry
- Torque specifications should follow manufacturer guidelines for right-hand threaded components
- Inspect related steering components for wear during replacement
Quality Assurance and Warranty
VAICO parts are manufactured to meet strict quality standards, ensuring reliable performance and fitment. The V30-7202-1 steering tie rod end undergoes rigorous testing to comply with OEM specifications. Warranty coverage details should be confirmed with the parts provider, but VAICO products typically include a limited warranty against manufacturing defects.
| Brand | Vaico |
|---|---|
| Part Number | V30-7202-1 |
| Position | VAICO, Front Outer |
| Height [mm] | 75 |
| Length [mm] | 73 |
| Outer thread [mm] | M 12x1,5 |
| Packaging height [cm] | 5 |
| Packaging width [cm] | 9,5 |
| Thread Type | for right-hand thread |
| Weight [kg] | 0.620 |
| Width [mm] | 38.4 |
This part fits 46 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK32 AMG | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK430 | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK32 AMG | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2003 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK430 | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK55 AMG | Base | 5.5L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK32 AMG | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2002 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2001 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2001 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK430 | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2001 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK55 AMG | Base | 5.5L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2001 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2001 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | Base | 2.8L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | C43 AMG | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK430 | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | Base | 2.8L | V6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | C43 AMG | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK430 | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 1998 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | Base | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1998 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | Base | 2.8L | V6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1998 | Mercedes-Benz | C43 AMG | Base | 4.3L | V8 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1998 | Mercedes-Benz | CLK320 | Base | 3.2L | V6 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 1998 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | Kompressor | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Compatible with front suspension stabilizer bar link kit, brake hydraulic hose, and steering tie rod end installations.; VAICO |
| 1997 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | Base | 2.3L | L4 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1997 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | Base | 2.8L | L6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1997 | Mercedes-Benz | C36 AMG | Base | 3.6L | L6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1996 | Mercedes-Benz | C220 | Base | 2.2L | L4 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1996 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | Base | 2.8L | L6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1996 | Mercedes-Benz | C36 AMG | Base | 3.6L | L6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1995 | Mercedes-Benz | C220 | Base | 2.2L | L4 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1995 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | Base | 2.8L | L6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1995 | Mercedes-Benz | C36 AMG | Base | 3.6L | L6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1994 | Mercedes-Benz | C220 | Base | 2.2L | L4 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
| 1994 | Mercedes-Benz | C280 | Base | 2.8L | L6 | Front Outer | Aftermarket Steering Tie Rod End; Also requires Nut part number 202 338 00 72; VAICO |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.