Mercedes W176 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Hook Cover Calcite White 650 A1768852122

Mercedes W176 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Hook Cover Calcite White 650 in Calcite White 650 is an original body component designed for installation in the rear bumper area. This practical insert provides an aesthetic cover for the towing eye opening, improving the vehicle's appearance and protecting the bumper structure from dirt.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1768852122-CW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1768852122
• Substitutable numbers: A1768852122, A 176 885 21 22
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Calcite White - 650
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The described cover is part of the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed specifically for the rear body zone in Mercedes W176 models. Its task is to cover the towing eye socket in the rear bumper, maintaining a consistent look of the body lines and limiting the access of water, mud, and road salt to the interior of the structure.

Its location at the rear of the vehicle means the component operates under demanding conditions, which is why using an original cover matched to the specific model is important both from the point of view of aesthetics and bumper durability.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in the factory color Calcite White – 650, which allows for a consistent match to the body paint in this shade. As a result, after installation, the component does not stand out from the rest of the bumper, and the line of the rear part of the car remains uniform.

Selecting the correct color is crucial during post-accident repairs or when replacing individual bumper components – using a part in the appropriate shade reduces or completely eliminates the need for additional painting, which shortens repair time and simplifies the service process.

Technical characteristics and installation

The towing eye cover is structurally prepared for installation in the rear bumper, using the factory mounting points provided by the manufacturer. Proper edge profiling and dimension matching to the specific W176 body generation facilitate the seating of the component and ensure stable retention in the socket.

As an original Mercedes part, it maintains the correct geometry and fit with the bumper surface, which is important for precise installation and subsequent use, e.g., when removing the cover to use the towing hook.

Condition and service application

The used component is a good solution for maintenance repairs and for restoring the completeness of the bumper after minor damage or the loss of the original cover. This allows for restoring the full functionality of the rear body section while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

The cover will work well both in body and paint shops and in service centers specializing in the Mercedes brand, where compliance with factory solutions and the ability to quickly replace individual components without interfering with the bumper structure are valued.

Complementary Mercedes body components

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

For users interested in a broader approach to vehicle servicing and optimizing repair costs, an article describing the practical use of used parts in premium brands may be helpful – you can find it here: BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts.