Help finding correct radiator
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2003 W211 E320
Help finding correct radiator
Hey all, I recently purchased a 2003 E320 (W211) with the 3.2L V6. The A/C compressor had grenaded itself and took out the serpentine belt, radiator Hoses, and radiator. I am trying to get it fixed and back on the road, however I cannot for the life of me get the proper radiator. Would anyone be able to help with that? I have tried a few so far and all say they fit however the transmission cooler lines are too big to fit in any of the replacement radiators I've purchased.
I'm also in need of an upper radiator hose and also the hose that connects from the radiator to the coolant reservoir pipe. But same issue, I'm not sure which ones / part numbers I need since I'm struggling to get the correct radiator.
The vehicle VIN is WDBUF65J03A172921 if that could possibly help anyone to teach me more about this car? Or if anyone knows a compatible car I could pull parts at the junkyard that would suffice as well. Have some good Honda/Acura knowledge but MB is all new to me.
Thanks!
I'm also in need of an upper radiator hose and also the hose that connects from the radiator to the coolant reservoir pipe. But same issue, I'm not sure which ones / part numbers I need since I'm struggling to get the correct radiator.
The vehicle VIN is WDBUF65J03A172921 if that could possibly help anyone to teach me more about this car? Or if anyone knows a compatible car I could pull parts at the junkyard that would suffice as well. Have some good Honda/Acura knowledge but MB is all new to me.
Thanks!
Last edited by adordon19; Feb 26, 2024 at 08:07 AM. Reason: Adding info
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I highly recommend you use a quality brand such as Mahle Behr, the OE supplier. Also, have you considered using a retailer such as FCP Euro? They offer a kit that has all the parts you need, radiator, hoses, and coolant. Then add a lifetime warranty on the parts. Yes, lifetime! If your 2003 W211 is similar to my 2005, you'll be replacing parts on a regular basis. Lifetime warranrty has saved me $$$. Now they offer free shipping. The SKU for their kit is: KIT-CR512000S
Anyhow, working on the W211 with M112 is very nice. Lots of room in the front, so taking out a radiator should be no problem.
Anyhow, working on the W211 with M112 is very nice. Lots of room in the front, so taking out a radiator should be no problem.
