Mercedes W177 Hatchback Trunk Tailgate Hinge Left N/S Patagonia Red - 993

The Left Tailgate Hinge for Mercedes W177 hatchback in Patagonia Red Metallic is an original body part from the Tailgates and Rear group, designed for precise operation with the rear lid. It ensures proper guidance and support of the tailgate, which translates to correct closing, stability, and safe use of the rear body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1777403500-PTR
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1777403500
• Substitutable numbers: A1777403500, A 177 740 35 00
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Patagonia Red Metallic - 993
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Intended Use and Body Function

The presented hinge is dedicated to the left side of the rear tailgate in the W177 hatchback series. It is responsible for:

• stable guidance of the tailgate during opening and closing,
• maintaining the correct geometry of the rear body section,
• even distribution of loads acting on the tailgate.

Thanks to its adaptation to a specific body generation, the part works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of stress on the car body.

Color and Paint Matching

The hinge is factory finished in the Patagonia Red Metallic shade, consistent with the manufacturer's paint code. This is particularly important for:

• post-accident repairs where color consistency is crucial,
• limiting the scope of painting to only necessary elements,
• maintaining the aesthetic standard of the rear of the vehicle to OEM specifications.

A color-matched hinge can shorten repair time and reduce the scope of painting work in the tailgate area.

Mounting Characteristics

The left tailgate hinge is structurally prepared for mounting in the factory body mounting points. In practice, this means:

• maintaining the original opening and closing line of the tailgate,
• proper cooperation with actuators and other mounting elements,
• applicability within standard bodywork and mechanical procedures.

As a part from the Tailgates and Rear category, it is designed to operate in an area subject to frequent opening cycles, therefore, proper selection and installation affect the durability of the entire tailgate assembly.

Condition and Application in Repairs

The part is a used item, sourced from dismantling, making it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs and optimizing service costs. Choosing an original used hinge allows for:

• maintaining the factory structural specification,
• reducing the risk of tailgate geometry problems,
• achieving a favorable price-to-quality ratio compared to aftermarket alternatives.

For more practical tips on body repairs using dismantled parts, refer to the article Body and Chassis – Post-Accident Repairs Using Dismantled Parts, which discusses the selection of used OEM components and typical service procedures.

Expanding Rear Body Section Repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body section of your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as hinges, mounts, or complete tailgates, check the available parts in the Mercedes Tailgates and Rear category.