Mercedes CL203 Molding Trim Rear Left N/S Cover Strip Door Obsidian Black 197U

Mercedes CL203 Molding Trim Rear Left N/S Cover Strip Door Obsidian Black in Obsidian Black Metallic is an original body component designed for precise installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. As a part of the Doors and door panels group, it allows for an aesthetically and technically correct restoration of the body side line after repairs or the replacement of a damaged component. This used OEM part ensures proper fitment to the bodywork and visual consistency with the factory Obsidian Black Metallic – 197 paint finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2036903782-OB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2036903782
• Substitutable numbers: A2036903782, A 203 690 37 82, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The described molding is designed for installation on the rear left side of the body, in the door area. It is responsible for:

• aesthetic finishing of the door edge along the side line of the body,
• maintaining consistent geometry of creases and gaps between body panels,
• reducing minor paint damage at the contact points with adjacent panels.

Thanks to its factory profile, the molding works in harmony with the door structure, which facilitates installation and allows for even gaps and proper adhesion to the bodywork surface.

Color and visual fitment

The component is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic – 197, which allows for maintaining a uniform paint surface along the entire length of the vehicle's side. The metallic structure of the paint ensures:

• consistency with the factory body finish in this shade,
• good integration with other painted elements in the same color,
• reduction of the need for additional paint work when the vehicle color is correctly matched.

In the case of post-accident repairs or spot body renovation, using an original molding in the correct color facilitates achieving a predictable final result.

Technical characteristics and installation

The molding belongs to the Doors and door panels group, which means it has been designed to work with the factory door structure of the given body model. The used OEM component ensures:

• geometry consistent with the line of the door and adjacent panels,
• adaptation to factory mounting points,
• possibility of installation in place of the original molding without interfering with the door structure.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for body and paint repairs, where both technical correctness and repeatability of the effect relative to the factory execution are important.

Condition and practical application

As a used component, the molding is a reasonable choice for maintenance and post-accident repairs, where the priority is to maintain the original body structure at optimal costs. It is suitable in situations where:

• it is necessary to replace a damaged or missing molding on the rear left side,
• maintaining the factory look of the side body section is important,
• compatibility with other door and body panel elements is essential.

Thanks to the preservation of the original mounting specifications, the molding can be used both in service repairs and in professional body and paint workshops.

Repair expansion within the door and door panel area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional moldings, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

To better plan service work and reduce vehicle downtime in the workshop, it is worth learning practical tips on using a wide range of used parts – you can find more on this topic in the article No more weeks of waiting – how a wide assortment in one warehouse really shortens your car's downtime at the mechanic?.