0281002942 Bosch Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor RDS4 1500 bar for Mercedes Sprinter Vito Actros

Genuine new Bosch 0281002942 high-pressure rail sensor (RDS4, 1500 bar) for Mercedes-Benz common rail diesel engines. It is supplied under Mercedes-Benz OE numbers A 005 153 58 28 (A0051535828) and A 007 153 02 28 (A0071530228), and replaces the earlier Bosch references 0281002700, 0281002703 and 0281006022. This OEM Bosch sensor measures the fuel pressure inside the common rail and feeds the signal to the engine ECU for precise fuel metering, stable rail pressure control, reliable cold starting and correct emissions performance. Brand-new genuine Bosch component, made in Germany, supplied in original manufacturer packaging with a 1-year manufacturer warranty.

The sensor threads into the common rail (M18 x 1.5) and uses a piezo-resistive measuring element with a 3-pin electrical connector and 5 V supply, monitoring rail pressure up to 1500 bar. It covers a wide Mercedes-Benz range, from OM 611 / OM 612 / OM 628 / OM 646 / OM 647 passenger cars and vans (C-Class, E-Class, G-Class, M-Class, Sprinter, Vito, V-Class) to OM 470 / OM 471 / OM 473 heavy-duty engines in Actros MP4 and MP5, Antos, Arocs and Citaro. Always confirm compatibility by Bosch number, OE number, VIN, engine serial number, or the identification number on the original sensor before ordering.

Also known internationally as: Common Rail Fuel Pressure Sensor / Rail Pressure Sensor (EN), Raildrucksensor / Kraftstoffhochdrucksensor (DE), Capteur de pression de rampe common rail (FR), Sensore di pressione del rail (IT), Sensor de presion del common rail (ES), Senzor de presiune pe rampa common rail (RO) - Bosch 0281002942 for Mercedes-Benz diesel engines.

Key Features

Feature	Details
Product type	Bosch RDS4 high-pressure rail sensor (fuel rail pressure sensor)
Brand	Genuine Bosch
Fuel system	Bosch common rail diesel injection system
Application	Mercedes-Benz cars, vans, trucks and buses with common rail diesel engines
Sensor type	Piezo-resistive high-pressure sensor
Maximum pressure	1500 bar
Thread	M18 x 1.5
Electrical connector	3-pin
Supply voltage	5 V
Fuel type	Diesel
Fitment type	Direct OEM replacement when part numbers match
Quality standard	Bosch OEM manufacturer quality
Installation	Professional installation recommended

Product Details

Product detail	Information
Main Bosch part number	0281002942, 0 281 002 942
Bosch type designation	CR/RDS4/1500/AK, M18 x 1.5, 1500 bar
Product category	Common rail high-pressure fuel sensor
Manufacturer	Bosch
Condition	Brand-new genuine Bosch OEM component supplied in original manufacturer packaging
Made in	Germany
EAN / GTIN	4047024128781
Included in package	Fuel rail pressure sensor (1 piece)
Weight	0.1 kg
Package dimensions	5 x 2 x 2 cm
Installation area	Common rail / engine compartment

Cross-Reference Numbers

Compare your original part number before ordering. Vehicle model alone is not enough for compatibility confirmation.

Brand / manufacturer	Cross-reference numbers
Bosch (current reference)	0281002942, 0 281 002 942
Bosch (earlier references)	0281002700, 0 281 002 700, 0281002703, 0 281 002 703, 0281006022, 0 281 006 022
Bosch type formulas	CR/RDS4/1500/AK, CR/RDS3/1500/AKS
Mercedes-Benz	005 153 58 28, 0051535828, A 005 153 58 28, A0051535828
Mercedes-Benz	007 153 02 28, 0071530228, A 007 153 02 28, A0071530228

Vehicle Compatibility

This Bosch RDS4 sensor is a shared high-pressure sensor used across a very large number of Mercedes-Benz common rail platforms. The tables below list the main model families and engine ranges; the full application list runs into hundreds of variants. Compatibility must always be verified by original Bosch part number, OEM reference number, VIN number, engine serial number, or sensor identification number.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model	Displacement	kW	Years	Engine code
C 200 CDI, C 220 CDI (W202, S202 T-Model)	2.2	75 - 92	09/1997 to 03/2001	OM 611.960
C 200 CDI, C 220 CDI (W203, CL203 Coupe, S203 T-Model)	2.1	75 - 105	05/2000 to 08/2007	OM 611.962, OM 646.963
C 30 CDI AMG (203.018, 203.718, 203.218)	3.0	170	09/2002 to 05/2008	OM 612.990

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Model	Displacement	kW	Years	Engine code
E 200 CDI, E 220 CDI (W210, S210 T-Model, VF210 Platform/Chassis)	2.1 / 2.2	75 - 105	06/1998 to 03/2003	OM 611.961
E 270 CDI (210.016, 210.216, 210.616)	2.7	120 - 125	07/1999 to 03/2003	OM 612.961
E 400 CDI (W211, 211.028)	4.0	191	02/2003 to 12/2008	OM 628.961

Mercedes-Benz G-Class and M-Class

Model	Displacement	kW	Years	Engine code
G 270 CDI (W461)	2.7	115	01/2003 to 12/2006	OM 612.966
G 270 CDI (W463, 463.322, 463.323)	2.7	115	10/2001 to 07/2003	OM 612.965
G 400 CDI (W463, W463 Cabrio)	4.0	184	12/2000 to 07/2006	OM 628.962
ML 270 CDI (W163, 163.113)	2.7	120	12/1999 to 06/2005	OM 612.963
ML 400 CDI (W163, 163.128)	4.0	184	09/2001 to 06/2005	OM 628.963

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (901 - 905)

Model	Displacement	kW	Years	Engine code
Sprinter 2-t Bus, Van, Platform/Chassis - 208, 211, 213, 216 CDI (B901, B902)	2.1 / 2.7	60 - 115	04/2000 to 05/2006	OM 611.987, OM 611.981, OM 612.981
Sprinter 3-t Bus, Van, Platform/Chassis - 308, 311, 313, 316 CDI (incl. 4x4) (B903)	2.1 / 2.7	60 - 115	04/2000 to 05/2006	OM 611.987, OM 611.981, OM 612.981, OM 647.981
Sprinter 4-t Bus, Van, Platform/Chassis - 408, 411, 413, 416 CDI (incl. 4x4) (B904)	2.1 / 2.7	60 - 115	04/2000 to 05/2006	OM 611.987, OM 611.981, OM 612.981, OM 647.981
Sprinter 5-t Platform/Chassis - 616 CDI (B905)	2.7	115	04/2001 to 05/2006	OM 612.981

Mercedes-Benz Vito and V-Class (W638)

Model	Displacement	kW	Years	Engine code
Vito Bus, Vito Van - 108 CDI 2.2, 110 CDI 2.2, 112 CDI 2.2 (W638)	2.1	60 - 90	03/1999 to 07/2003	OM 611.980
V-Class, V-Class Van - V 200 CDI, V 220 CDI (638/2)	2.1	75 - 90	02/1999 to 07/2003	OM 611.980

Mercedes-Benz trucks and buses

Model	Displacement	kW	Years	Engine code
Actros MP4 / MP5 (full model range, L / LS / K / LK / AK / S / B variants)	10.7 / 12.8 / 15.6	240 - 460	07/2011 onwards	OM 470, OM 471, OM 473
Antos (full model range)	10.7 / 12.8 / 15.6	240 - 460	07/2012 to 12/2018	OM 470, OM 471, OM 473
Arocs (full model range)	10.7 / 12.8 / 15.6	240 - 460	01/2013 onwards	OM 470, OM 471, OM 473
Citaro 2, Citaro G, Citaro GU (bus)	10.7	265 - 290	05/2012 onwards	OM 470.904, OM 470.914

Technical Information

Technical specification	Information
Sensor family	Bosch RDS4 high-pressure rail sensor
Bosch type formula	CR/RDS4/1500/AK
Measuring principle	Piezo-resistive pressure measurement
Maximum operating pressure	1500 bar
Mounting thread	M18 x 1.5
Electrical connection	3-pin connector
Supply voltage	5 V
Fuel system type	Bosch common rail diesel injection system
Function	Measures rail pressure and supplies the signal to the engine ECU for fuel pressure regulation
Compatibility verification	Bosch number, OE number, VIN, or engine code required

Related Diesel Fuel System Parts

The following related diesel fuel system components may be used together with this application depending on engine configuration.

Product type	Product code	Type formula
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445214063	CR/V4/10-12S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445214064	CR/V4/10-12S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445215020	CR/V5/10-12S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445215021	CR/V5/10-12S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226066	CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226067	CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226087	CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226088	CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226113	CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226114	CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226120	LWR (H); CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226121	LWR (F); CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226146	LWR (H); CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226147	LWR (F); CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226154	LWR (H); CR/V6/10-23S
Fuel injection rail / distributor tube, CR system	0445226155	LWR (F); CR/V6/10-23S

Compatibility Note

Please verify your original Bosch number, OEM reference number, VIN number, engine serial number, or sensor identification number before purchase. Do not install the part before checking compatibility. Installed or used fuel system parts may not be eligible for return.

Shipping and Warranty

Shipping / warranty detail	Information
Shipping	Same-day handling for stock items
Pre-order availability	Pre-order items may require 2-4 weeks handling time
Warranty	1-year manufacturer global warranty covering manufacturing defects
Returns	Returns accepted only for unused and uninstalled parts in original condition
Fitment responsibility	Buyer must verify compatibility before installation
Installation damage	Damage caused by incorrect installation, contaminated fuel, or incorrect application is not covered

FAQ

Question	Answer
Is this a genuine Bosch sensor?	Yes. This is a genuine Bosch OEM high-pressure common rail fuel sensor, made in Germany.
What is the main Bosch part number?	The main Bosch reference number is 0281002942.
Does 0281002942 replace 0281002700?	Yes. Bosch 0281002942 is the current reference and replaces the earlier Bosch numbers 0281002700, 0281002703 and 0281006022.
Which vehicles use Bosch 0281002942?	Mercedes-Benz C-Class, E-Class, G-Class, M-Class, Sprinter (901 to 905), Vito and V-Class (W638) with OM 611, OM 612, OM 628, OM 646 and OM 647 engines, and Actros MP4 / MP5, Antos, Arocs and Citaro with OM 470, OM 471 and OM 473 engines.
What type of sensor is the Bosch 0281002942?	It is a piezo-resistive RDS4 high-pressure rail sensor (type formula CR/RDS4/1500/AK) with an M18 x 1.5 thread, a 3-pin connector and a 5 V supply, rated up to 1500 bar.
What are the Mercedes-Benz OE numbers?	A 005 153 58 28 (A0051535828) and A 007 153 02 28 (A0071530228).
What does the rail pressure sensor do?	It measures the fuel pressure in the common rail and sends the signal to the ECU, which regulates pressure through the pump metering valve and pressure control valve.
What are the symptoms of a failed rail pressure sensor?	Hard starting, no-start, limp mode, loss of power, unstable idle, and stored rail pressure fault codes are common symptoms.
Do you ship worldwide?	Yes, we ship worldwide.

Diagnostic Information

Common Symptoms of Rail Pressure Sensor Failure

Hard starting, long cranking, engine no-start condition, sudden loss of power, limp-home mode, unstable idle, rough running, increased fuel consumption, check engine warning light, or stored rail pressure fault codes may indicate problems within the diesel fuel system or common rail injection system.

These symptoms may also be caused by the high-pressure fuel pump, pressure control valve, fuel metering valve, injectors, ECU faults, fuel contamination, or other diesel engine management issues.

Installation and System Check

Before replacing a common rail pressure sensor, a professional diagnostic inspection should be performed, including rail pressure testing, ECU fault-code analysis, wiring and connector inspection, fuel contamination inspection, and diesel fuel quality inspection.

If the high-pressure pump previously failed and released metal particles into the fuel system, the common rail, fuel lines, fuel filter housing, injectors, and sensor should also be inspected and cleaned or replaced if necessary. Installing a new Bosch sensor into a contaminated fuel system may result in immediate repeat failure.