Mercedes W164 W251 OM642 Power Steering Rack Gear Pipe Hose Line A2514600724

The Mercedes W164 / W251 OM642 Power Steering Hose is an original hydraulic system component designed to work with the pump and steering rack in Mercedes vehicles equipped with the OM642 engine. Thanks to its factory geometry and appropriately selected diameters, it ensures stable operating pressure and predictable power steering response, which translates to confident vehicle handling. This solution is dedicated to users who expect consistency with the factory design of the steering system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A2514600724
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2514600724
• Substitutable numbers: A2514600724, A 251 460 07 24, A2514603124, A 251 460 31 24
• Part type: Hose
• Category: Power Steering Hoses

Purpose and Function in the Power Steering System

The offered hose belongs to the Power Steering Hoses group and is a component that hydraulically connects the steering rack to other system components. It is responsible for transporting the working fluid under the correct pressure, enabling smooth power steering operation in Mercedes SUV and VAN models based on the W164 and W251 platforms with the OM642 engine.

The factory shaping of the pipes and flexible sections allows for:

• correct routing of the hose in the engine bay without collision with other components,
• maintaining the correct distance from heating elements,
• reducing vibrations transmitted to the steering system.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Hose

Using an original hose in the power steering system allows for maintaining the operating parameters intended by the vehicle manufacturer. In practice, this means:

• appropriate power steering force characteristics during maneuvering and at higher speeds,
• compatibility with the factory mounting system and brackets,
• reduced risk of leaks resulting from ill-fitting aftermarket parts.

Additionally, the hose has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration and steering system version.

Component Condition and Service Application

The hose comes from the used Mercedes parts offer, making it an attractive solution for operational repairs where maintaining the original design while optimizing costs is crucial. This type of component is particularly suitable in situations where:

• the existing hose has corroded or suffered mechanical damage,
• there are power steering fluid leaks in the vicinity of the steering rack,
• a section of the system needs replacement after a collision or bodywork intervention.

By retaining the original hose mileage, installation time can be reduced, and modifications to the engine bay installation can be avoided.

Matching by Numbers and Selection Support

The component has an assigned OEM part number and related reference numbers, allowing for precise matching to a specific variant of the steering rack and power steering pump. If you have doubts about selection, it is worth comparing catalog numbers and data from the vehicle's service documentation. For users who want to deepen their knowledge on verifying component compatibility by manufacturer markings, the guide will be helpful: Online Parts Shopping Without Risk – 5 Ways to Verify OEM Numbers.

Power Steering System Expansion in Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the steering system area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as return hoses, high-pressure hoses, or additional sections connecting the steering rack to the pump, check the available parts in the Mercedes Power Steering Hoses category.