Mercedes W204 W212 M276 Air Filter Box Silencer Housing Cover A2760901601

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W204 W212 M276 Air Filter Box Silencer Housing Cover is a factory intake system component, designed specifically for gasoline engines. This professional air filter housing ensures stable airflow, effective intake noise suppression, and proper mounting of the filter element.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2760901601
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2760901601
• Substitutable numbers: A2760901601, A 276 090 16 01
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: Air Filter Housings

Purpose and function in the intake system

The presented air filter housing is dedicated to the M276 gasoline engine used in Mercedes C-Class W204 and E-Class W212 models. The component performs several key functions in the intake system: it stabilizes airflow, ensures a tight fit for the filter element, and works with the intake noise suppression system, which translates into higher acoustic comfort in the cabin.

Thanks to a design matched to the geometry of the engine bay, the housing allows for secure mounting of intake ducts and sensors, minimizing the risk of leaks and unwanted vibrations. This solution allows for maintaining the factory operating parameters of the power unit, including stable mixture values and correct throttle response.

Construction and technical properties

The air filter housing integrated with the intake silencer has been designed as a rigid, airtight body that:

• guides air from the intake to the filter element and further towards the throttle or manifold,
• limits turbulence and pressure drops in the intake,
• reduces intake noise thanks to a built-in silencing chamber,
• provides stable mounting points to the body and engine accessories.

Such a solution promotes maintaining uniform cylinder filling, which is important for both performance and fuel consumption. Precise fitment for the M276 unit limits the risk of incorrect installation, typical of universal replacements.

Benefits of using an original air filter housing

Using a factory air filter housing in a Mercedes with an M276 gasoline engine allows you to maintain the parameters specified by the vehicle manufacturer. The most important advantages include:

• Proper intake system tightness – limiting the ingress of unfiltered air into the engine.
• Correct cooperation with the stock filter element and intake ducts.
• Controlled intake noise level, compliant with factory acoustic comfort standards.
• Stable mounting in the engine bay, which reduces mechanical stress on other intake components.

An element from the Air filter housings category of this type is particularly recommended for repairs where it is important to maintain the stock operating characteristics of the power unit, without experimenting with non-factory solutions.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered air filter housing is a used part, sourced from vehicle dismantling. This type of part allows for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to a new component, while maintaining the original design and fitment. In practice, this means a favorable compromise between price and functionality, especially important during complex work in the engine area.

Before installation, a standard visual inspection for any mechanical damage is recommended, as well as replacing the filter element with a new one, in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. Such an approach allows you to fully utilize the potential of the original housing and ensure safe operation of the gasoline unit.

Expanding the intake system in a Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional bodies, covers, or filter housing modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes Air filter housings category.

If you want to better understand how choosing original recycled parts affects service costs and operational safety, it is worth reading the guide: Brake calipers under the microscope – how to lower repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts. Although it concerns the braking system, the principles of selecting used components presented there are also helpful when choosing intake system elements.