{"product_id":"performance-water-pump-kit-for-mercedes-benz-gle-class-2016-2019-3-5l","title":"Performance Water Pump Kit for Mercedes Benz GLE-Class (2016-2019) 3.5L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eComplete Cooling System \u0026amp; Accessory Drive Water Pump Kit for 2016-2019 Mercedes Benz GLE-Class (W166)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Water Pump Kit refreshes the entire primary cooling circuit and front accessory drive on the 2016-2019 Mercedes Benz GLE-Class to eliminate coolant leaks and maintain stable engine operating temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Mercedes Benz GLE-Class Cooling System Failure Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder continuous thermal cycling on the \u003cstrong\u003eW166\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis, the factory water pump mechanical shaft seal and internal bearings degrade over time, leading to coolant weepage, bearing play, and eventual front-accessory drive seizure. Simultaneously, the OEM composite thermostat housing suffers from plastic embrittlement and heat-induced warpage, generating micro-cracks along the sealing flange. When combined with fatigued internal dampening springs in the stock belt tensioner and dried bearing grease in the idler pulley, belt vibration increases exponentially, hastening water pump failure and risking sudden loss of coolant pressure on high-mileage \u003cstrong\u003eM276\u003c\/strong\u003e engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive cooling package restores factory hydraulic circulation and belt drive geometry using robust replacement components. The direct-fit mechanical water pump features precision-machined internal impellers and heavy-duty shaft bearings engineered to resist continuous radial loads. Paired with a fresh thermostat housing assembly, this kit prevents engine overheat conditions and ensures rapid closed-loop thermal regulation. Supplying a new damped serpentine tensioner, idler pulley with hardware, twin serpentine drive belts, and pre-formed elastomeric gaskets, it provides a leak-free mechanical seal that directly addresses OEM part number \u003cstrong\u003e2762001301\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Mechanical Water Pump Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Water Pump Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly with Thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Serpentine Belt Tensioner Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Idler Pulley with Mounting Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Serpentine Drive Belts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 O-Ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2016-2019 Mercedes Benz GLE-Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eM276 3.5L V6 \/ W166\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e302 hp \/ 273 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2762001301, 276200130180, 276200130187, US8173, 147-2360\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2016-2019 Mercedes Benz GLE-Class 3.5L V6 Gas Naturally Aspirated (GLE350)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2016-2018 Mercedes Benz GLE-Class 3.5L V6 Flex Fuel Naturally Aspirated (GLE350)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the W166 GLE-Class?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2016-2019 Mercedes Benz GLE-Class equipped with the naturally aspirated \u003cstrong\u003eM276\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5L V6 engine. \u003cstrong\u003eThis kit does not fit turbocharged 3.0L V6, twin-turbo V8, or diesel GLE models.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to vacuum bleed the cooling system after installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, pulling a vacuum on the M276 cooling circuit during refill is required to eliminate trapped air pockets within the cylinder heads and heater core passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Mercedes Benz Precision Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern German powertrain architecture relies on tight tolerances and precise operating temperatures; minor coolant seepage or belt instability quickly causes auxiliary sensor codes and cylinder head thermal warping. Servicing your cooling system with OEM-spec components maintains hydraulic flow integrity, guarantees zero check-engine warnings, and protects your powertrain under all driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67923756482808,"sku":"DS-EUBAASVBK","price":174.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-mercedes-benz-gle-class-2016-2019-3-5l-1.jpg?v=1793569083","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-mercedes-benz-gle-class-2016-2019-3-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}