Mercedes W415 Citan Door Check Strap Stop Opening Rear Left Right A4157400016

Mercedes W415 Citan Door Limiter Rear Left Right is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for the rear of the vehicle. It ensures a controlled opening range for the rear doors, stabilizing them during daily use and reducing the risk of excessive opening.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A4157400016
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A4157400016
• Substitutable numbers: A4157400016, A 415 740 00 16, 497809, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Vehicle Application and Placement

This limiter is designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle, suitable for both the right and left sides. This makes it easy to select the correct part when servicing the cargo doors or the rear double doors on a Mercedes Citan W415 series.

The component is responsible for mechanically stopping the doors in specific working positions, which enhances vehicle safety during loading, unloading, and parking in confined spaces.

Construction and Technical Function

The limiter functions as a mechanical guide-and-locking element, working in conjunction with the hinges and door structure. Its tasks include:

• controlling the opening angle of the rear doors,
• dampening sudden door movements caused by wind gusts,
• stabilizing the door position within typical operating ranges,
• protecting the door panel and body from overloads resulting from excessive opening.

Thanks to its appropriately selected operating characteristics, the limiter supports smooth door opening and closing, leading to more predictable behavior of the entire door assembly.

Benefits of Using an Original Limiter

Using an original limiter on a Mercedes Citan W415 allows for the preservation of factory door operating parameters. Key benefits include:

• secure guidance of door panels throughout their full operating range,
• reduced stress on hinges and door panels,
• better protection of door edges from accidental impact with the body or obstacles,
• maintenance of the correct working geometry of the door assembly, which contributes to sealing and smooth lock operation.

A properly selected limiter is particularly important for commercial vehicles where rear doors are used intensively in urban and delivery cycles.

Characteristics of the Used Part

The offered limiter is a used part, meaning it comes from a dismantled vehicle and may show signs of normal wear and tear, while retaining the functionality required for further use. This type of solution is often chosen as a technically sound alternative to new components, allowing for optimized repair costs while maintaining compatibility with the factory design.

If you have doubts about selecting the correct limiter for a specific body version or door configuration, it is advisable to compare the mounting geometry and the type of solution used on your vehicle.

Related Parts and Additional Information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear door area on your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as hinges, reinforcements, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and Door Panels category.

If you are considering using a used door limiter for your vehicle and want to better understand the specifics of the second-hand parts market, it is worth reading the article Used Car Parts: Myths and Facts You Need to Know, which clearly explains the most common concerns related to such components.