Mercedes SLK R171 Dashboard Lower Trim Cover Panel Black Left N/S A1716800836

Mercedes SLK R171 Dashboard Lower Trim Cover Panel Black Left N/S in black is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver's side. As part of the Dashboards group, it ensures a cohesive cockpit finish, improves aesthetics, and protects the lower part of the console from mechanical damage. This used OEM part is a sensible choice for interior repairs and restoration when you want to maintain factory fitment and preserve the character of the SLK R171 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A1716800836
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716800836
• Substitutable numbers: A1716800836, A 171 680 08 36, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented panel is a lower dashboard cover mounted on the left side of the vehicle, in the driver's knee area. It is responsible for:

• aesthetically closing the lower part of the cockpit,
• covering structural elements and wiring under the dashboard,
• maintaining a consistent interior styling line characteristic of the SLK R171 model,
• reducing the risk of accidental damage to cables and modules located behind the panel.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the panel maintains proper alignment with adjacent dashboard elements, which translates into stable mounting and the absence of unwanted gaps.

Color and visual fit

The black color of the panel allows for harmonious integration with most interior configurations used in the Mercedes SLK R171. The neutral color facilitates:

• maintaining a uniform appearance of the lower dashboard,
• reducing the visibility of minor operational dirt,
• seamless combination with other black cockpit elements.

Choosing an original panel in the correct color is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restoring the interior to a condition close to factory specifications.

Mounting characteristics

The panel has been designed specifically for installation on the left side of the vehicle, meaning it is tailored to the shape of the steering column, the lower part of the dashboard, and adjacent covers. The OEM construction ensures:

• compatibility of mounting points with factory brackets in the body,
• proper adhesion to other dashboard elements,
• the ability to use original screws and mounting clips (if provided in the given configuration).

Thanks to this, the element can be used both when replacing a damaged panel and when completing missing interior parts.

Condition and service application

As a used part, the panel will work well in vehicles where the priority is a functional and visual interior repair while maintaining reasonable costs. It is a practical solution for, among others:

• workshops specializing in Mercedes model repairs,
• body shops and paint shops restoring interiors after collisions,
• individual users restoring the original look of the cockpit.

The original origin of the element helps maintain quality consistency with other interior components.

Integration with other Mercedes dashboard elements

When performing work involving a larger scope within the cockpit, it is worth considering other components from the dashboard group, such as upper panels, side covers, or additional finishing elements. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as upper covers, side panels, or additional grilles, check the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboards category.

Compatibility verification by numbers and part selection

When selecting interior elements for a specific equipment version and model year of the SLK R171, it is crucial to verify compatibility by catalog numbers and compare the shape and color with the currently installed parts. To reduce the risk of errors when shopping online, it is worth using practical methods of checking numbers and markings used by the manufacturer. Detailed tips on safe component selection, including elements for Mercedes vehicles, can be found in the guide Buying parts online without risk – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility by OEM numbers and paint codes.