Mercedes W203 Lock Cylinder Trim Front Right O/S Door Handle Obsidian Black 197

The front right door handle with lock cylinder housing for Mercedes W203 in Obsidian Black Metallic is an original body part designed for the exterior of the right front door. It allows for maintaining a consistent body paintwork style and proper operation of the door locking and unlocking mechanism for the driver or passenger. This is a practical solution for replacing a damaged handle, repairing after a collision, or restoring the vehicle's factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A2037600218-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2037600218
• Substitutable numbers: A2037600218, A 203 760 02 18
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Door Handles

Intended Use and Body Fitment

The presented door handle is dedicated to Mercedes C-Class W203 models and is installed on the front right door. Its precise placement on the vehicle simplifies part selection during bodywork and painting repairs, and reduces the risk of ordering errors.

The component works with the external door opening mechanism and the lock cylinder, ensuring proper transfer of hand movement to the locking mechanism. This allows for maintaining the factory ergonomics of door operation and correct lock function on the passenger or driver side – depending on the vehicle's configuration.

Color and Visual Aspect

The door handle is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic, with paint code 197. This is a popular metallic color used on many Mercedes models, allowing for an aesthetically pleasing integration of the part into the body line without the need to change the vehicle's color. The metallic paint structure ensures consistency with the factory finish of the doors, fenders, and other body panels.

For users who care about their car's appearance, it is important that a correctly chosen handle color limits the scope of painting work and facilitates achieving a uniform surface without visible tonal differences between parts.

Function of the Lock Cylinder Housing

An integral part of this component is the lock cylinder housing, which stabilizes the cylinder and ensures its proper seating in the handle. The correct geometry of the housing affects:

• smooth operation of the lock mechanism when using the key,
• proper transfer of torque to the internal locking mechanism,
• maintaining a seal and protecting the cylinder from external factors.

This solution allows for efficient replacement of a damaged handle while retaining the existing lock cylinder, which can be important for keeping the same set of keys for the vehicle.

Characteristics of the Used Part

The offered door handle is a used part, sourced from disassembly. This means it retains its factory geometry and mounting method, while potentially showing signs of previous use typical for body parts. For many users, this is an economically advantageous solution, allowing for the restoration of full door functionality while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications.

Assistance with Selection and Additional Information

When choosing this door handle, it is advisable to pay attention to the correct mounting side and paint color to minimize additional work on the vehicle. If in doubt, comparing the shape and mounting method with the currently installed part on your car can be helpful.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as exterior handles, covers, or trim strips, check the available parts in the category Mercedes Door Handles.

For drivers interested in a broader perspective on vehicle construction and the interaction of body elements with control mechanisms, an article describing the operation of the steering system, signs of wear, and examples of used parts may be helpful – you can find it here: Steering System and Power Steering – How it Works and What Fails?.