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Mercedes Engine Expansion Plug - Genuine Mercedes 0000110035

C230

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SKU:
MER-0000110035
FCP Euro ID:
429471
Made in:
Germany
Quality:
Genuine

OE Numbers

A0000110035, 0000110035

MFG Numbers

N/A

Product Information

Part number: MER-0000110035 is a new, unused Genuine Mercedes engine expansion plug. An engine expansion plug is also sometimes referred to as a freeze plug or frost plug. These plugs are needed because holes are put into the block to support internal sand forms and to aid in the removal of the sand once the casting has been cooled.

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Engine Expansion Plug Insert

An engine expansion plug, also known as a freeze plug or core plug, is a small, round metal or rubber disc inserted into the engine block. Its main function is to seal off passages created during the manufacturing process of the engine block, where sand cores were used to create the internal coolant channels. Additionally, expansion plugs offer some protection against cracking in extremely cold temperatures by allowing room for expanding coolant if it freezes.

Engine Expansion Plug Insert Failure Symptoms
  • Coolant Leaks: A common sign of a failing expansion plug is a visible coolant leak around the plug area. You may notice coolant pooling underneath the engine or dripping from the plug location
  • Overheating Engine: Leaking coolant due to a failed expansion plug can lead to reduced coolant levels, which can eventually cause the engine to overheat due to insufficient cooling

About Genuine Mercedes

The original parts used by Mercedes Benz to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine Mercedes Benz” brand. Manufactured under the direction of Mercedes Benz, expect excellent quality and a premium price since these parts are exclusively available through the Mercedes Benz Dealership network.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your Mercedes-Benz are not necessarily manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. No cause for concern, as Mercedes-Benz designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for Mercedes-Benz for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a Mercedes-Benz logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming direct from OE manufacturers. That extra bit of insight could save you some serious money while shopping! Refer to our OE Academy for further information regarding the OE/OEM tags throughout the site.

Fits These Cars

Mercedes-Benz C230

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  • 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Manual RWD Coupe 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Automatic RWD Sedan 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Manual RWD Sedan 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Automatic RWD Coupe 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Manual RWD Coupe 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Automatic RWD Sedan 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2004 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Manual RWD Sedan 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Automatic RWD Coupe 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Manual RWD Coupe 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Automatic RWD Sedan 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In
  • 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Engine Expansion Plug Insert
    Manual RWD Sedan 1.8L L4 271.948 Gas
    Notes: Location-Rear of Block, Screw In

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