Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590 is an original body component designed for precise installation in the rear bumper area. It provides an aesthetic finish to the towing eye opening, restoring the consistent look of the vehicle's rear section and maintaining the factory bumper line. This is a practical solution for users who want to keep their car in a consistent, well-maintained visual condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718850023-FUP
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718850023
• Substitutable numbers: A1718850023, A 171 885 00 23
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover is dedicated to installation in the rear bumper of the Mercedes SLK R171 model, at the location of the factory towing eye mounting point. Its task is to cover the technical opening so as to:

• maintain the consistent shape and line of the rear bumper,
• limit the ingress of dirt into the bumper structure,
• preserve the original look of the bodywork after removing the towing hook.

Thanks to its fitment for a specific body model, the component ensures stable seating in the bumper without the need for modifications.

Color and visual matching

The cover is finished in Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590, which allows for visual matching to the body paint in the same shade. Proper color selection is particularly important in the case of spot repairs, where the following matters:

• color consistency with the rest of the bumper,
• reducing the need for additional painting,
• aesthetic finish of the rear of the vehicle after repair or component replacement.

The correct color of the cover helps restore the vehicle to a look close to its factory state.

Installation characteristics

The cover belongs to the group of body components referred to as Bumper inserts and covers, which means it has been designed for installation in the existing bumper structure. The shape and mounting method are adapted to the geometry of the SLK R171 rear bumper, which facilitates installation and allows for:

• maintaining proper alignment with the bumper surface,
• secure retention of the component in the mounting socket,
• no need to use non-factory mounting solutions.

Such fitment is particularly important during post-accident repairs and when replacing missing finishing elements.

Product condition and practical application

The component comes from the secondary market, which makes it a reasonable choice for repairs where the cost-to-functionality ratio counts. A used cover can be a good solution in situations where:

• the original towing eye cover is missing after previous removal,
• the existing component has been mechanically damaged,
• it is necessary to quickly replace a missing body detail.

Choosing an original component from the secondary market helps maintain the factory character of the vehicle while reducing repair costs.

Complementary Mercedes body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the bumper area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or mounting plugs, check the available parts in the Mercedes bumper inserts and covers category.

To better plan service work on premium class cars and learn about the practical aspects of using secondary market parts, it is worth reading the guide on the timing system in another popular model – you will find useful information in the article BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts.