Victor Reinz 71-14220-00 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal for OE-Style Repair

Victor Reinz 71-14220-00 is an engine coolant thermostat housing seal built for direct-fit sealing service on select Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler applications. It is a practical choice when replacing a leaking thermostat housing seal on vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz C240, C320, CLK320, E320, ML320, SLK320, and Chrysler Crossfire.

Key Features

• OE-quality gasket technology and engineering from Victor Reinz
• Engine coolant thermostat housing seal for sealing the thermostat housing interface
• Direct-fit replacement for select Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler models
• Part number 71-14220-00 for accurate ordering and lookup
• Cross-references FEL-PRO 35908 and MAHLE C31887 for the same application

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-14220-00 is an engine coolant thermostat housing seal made for vehicles that require a precise sealing surface at the thermostat housing. Victor Reinz supplies original equipment sealing solutions, and this part reflects that OE-focused engineering approach for foreign and domestic repair coverage. It is a strong fitment-based option for 1998-2008 Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler Crossfire cooling system service, including Mercedes-Benz C240, C320, CLK320, E320, ML320, SLK320, C32 AMG, SLK32 AMG, and C280 applications.

This thermostat housing seal helps restore the seal between the housing and mating surface, which is critical for maintaining cooling system integrity. If you are searching for a Victor Reinz thermostat housing seal for Mercedes-Benz E320 or a thermostat housing seal for Chrysler Crossfire 2004-2008, this part number 71-14220-00 is the relevant OE-style replacement to verify against your vehicle.

What It Is Used For

• Stopping coolant seepage at the thermostat housing
• Replacing a flattened, hardened, or damaged housing seal
• Addressing coolant odor or visible residue around the thermostat housing
• Restoring a proper seal after thermostat housing service
• Supporting cooling system repair on select Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler models

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the thermostat housing for warpage, corrosion, or cracks. Verify the application by year, make, and model before ordering, especially on Mercedes-Benz C240, C320, CLK320, E320, ML320, SLK320, C32 AMG, SLK32 AMG, and C280 vehicles. Use the correct coolant and follow the vehicle service procedure for reassembly and refill.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for OE-quality gasket technology and broad coverage for import and domestic vehicles. Part number 71-14220-00 is built for accurate sealing performance in the listed applications.

Compatible With

• Fits 2004-2008 Chrysler Crossfire, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 Mercedes-Benz C240, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 Mercedes-Benz C320, N/A
• Fits 1998-2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, N/A
• Fits 1998-2005 Mercedes-Benz E320, N/A
• Fits 2002-2004 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG, N/A
• Fits 2002-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK32 AMG, N/A
• Fits 2001-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK320, N/A
• Fits 1998-2003 Mercedes-Benz ML320, N/A
• Fits 1998-2000 Mercedes-Benz C280, N/A