Door Handle Mercedes W221 Front Right O/S Keyless-Go Obsidian Black Metallic 197

Door Handle Mercedes W221 Front Right O/S Keyless-Go Obsidian Black Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the passenger side. The Obsidian Black Metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory bodywork, while the design, adapted for the Keyless-Go system, allows for convenient, keyless vehicle operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A2217600418-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2217600418
• Substitutable numbers: A2217600418, A 221 760 04 18, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented door handle is dedicated to Mercedes S-Class W221 generation models and is mounted on the front right door. Its placement on the passenger side allows for full functionality of the factory opening system and comfortable vehicle use in daily operation. The component is designed as a body part from the Doors and door panels category, ensuring it maintains the correct proportions, shape, and lines characteristic of this Mercedes generation.

Obsidian Black Metallic paint finish

The door handle is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic, designated by paint code 197, which allows for an aesthetic match to bodywork in the same shade. The metallic paint structure provides a consistent gloss and color depth characteristic of the factory Mercedes finish. For vehicle owners with this color, this means the possibility of replacing the component without the need for full repainting, which reduces repair time and makes it easier to maintain a uniform body appearance.

Keyless-Go function and technical aspects

The door handle construction is adapted to work with the Keyless-Go system, which allows for maintaining keyless access to the vehicle. The appropriate slots and cable routings provided in the housing allow for the installation of wiring and sensors in accordance with the manufacturer's factory specifications. As a result, after proper installation, the door handle works with the vehicle's electronics, ensuring convenient opening and closing of the door without the need to use a traditional key.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the Door Handle Mercedes W221 Front Right O/S Keyless-Go Obsidian Black Metallic is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original construction. The component comes from dismantling, which allows for maintaining factory fitment with the door skin and other body components. This type of component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged elements, or restoring the vehicle to a condition close to factory standards.

Integration with the body and practical application

The door handle, as a part from the Doors and door panels group, is responsible for the proper opening and closing of the door and also influences the visual continuity of the vehicle's side line. Proper fitment of shape and color is important for both ergonomics and the aesthetics of the entire body. A properly selected component allows for minimizing body and paint work, which is essential for professional repairs and renovations of premium class cars.

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

For those interested in the subject of preserving the character of premium brands using original components from the secondary market, it is worth reading the article Audi and emotions in their purest form. How do used parts help maintain a brand's DNA?, which shows how properly selected elements influence the quality and perception of a car.