Mercedes W204 Door Hinge Front Right Lower Bottom Obsidian Black 197 A2042700437

Mercedes W204 Front Right Door Hinge Black is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for the right front door leaf. The hinge in the color Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 allows for visual consistency of the bodywork and proper door operation geometry in Mercedes W204 C-Class vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2047200437-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2042700437
• Substitutable numbers: A2042700437, A 204 270 04 37, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Function of the Door Hinge

The presented hinge is responsible for the stable guidance and controlled movement of the right front door leaf in the Mercedes W204. A correctly selected part ensures:

• smooth opening and closing of the door without excessive play,
• proper support of the door leaf's weight on its axis,
• reduction of stress in the pillar and door panel area,
• minimization of the risk of door sagging and improper closing.

Thanks to its adaptation to the specific W204 body model, the hinge works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment.

Color and Paint Matching

The hinge is finished in the shade Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, allowing for an aesthetic integration with the factory body finish. Choosing a part in the correct color limits the need for additional painting work and speeds up the repair process of the door area.

The metallic black characteristic of this paint code effectively masks minor dirt and is often used in premium Mercedes models, contributing to a consistent appearance of the entire vehicle side.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The hinge is intended for installation in the front right part of the body, within the driver's or passenger's door – depending on the market where the vehicle is operated. This placement requires maintaining appropriate rigidity and precision, as this area of the bodywork is heavily used during daily car operation.

The part from the Doors and Door Panels group has been designed to work with factory hinges and locks, which facilitates:

• setting the correct gap between the door and the fender,
• proper sealing of the weatherstrips,
• maintaining acoustic and water tightness within the door area.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered hinge is a used part, meaning it comes from vehicle disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for this group of components. At the same time, it retains the functionality necessary for further operation within the door suspension system, providing an economical solution for accident repairs or operational maintenance.

Choosing a used original part allows for structural compatibility with the factory Mercedes design, while reducing costs compared to new components.

Expanding Door Area Repair and Part Selection

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 panels, reinforcements, or additional mountings, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and Door Panels category.

To more precisely select components for a specific body version and paint color, it is worth using practical tips for verifying factory markings – you will find them in the guide Risk-Free Online Parts Shopping – 5 Proven Ways to Verify Component Compatibility by OEM Numbers and Paint Codes.