Mercedes W176 Door Handle Lock Cover Front Right O/S Polar Silver Metallic - 761

The Right Front Door Handle Lock Cover for Mercedes W176 in Polar Silver Metallic is an original body part designed for the right front side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the exterior door handle while protecting the lock mechanism from external factors. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent paint appearance and ensure proper door handle functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A2047661425-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2047661425
• Substitutable numbers: A2047661425, A 204 766 14 25
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Door Handles

Application and Body Fitment

The presented cover is a component from the Door Handles group and is designed for installation on the front right door of Mercedes compact class vehicles from the W176 series. Its placement on the passenger side of the vehicle allows for precise fitting to the original handle shape and body lines, facilitating installation and ensuring a stable fit.

The original mounting geometry ensures that the cover works seamlessly with the factory lock mechanism, preventing stress or play. This allows the handle to maintain its proper range of motion, and the overall construction remains consistent with other door components.

Color and Aesthetic Value

Polar Silver Metallic is a distinctive, metallic silver shade used in Mercedes' paint range, which complements both light and dark body colors. Using the factory color on the lock cover helps minimize shade differences between the handle and the rest of the door, which is particularly important for localized bodywork and paint repairs.

For users who care about the consistent appearance of their vehicle, replacing a damaged or missing cover with a part in the correct color is a simple way to restore the aesthetics of the side bodywork without needing to repaint the entire handle.

Characteristics of a Used Part

This cover is from the used parts segment, meaning it is a component removed from a vehicle, retaining the functionality and construction characteristic of original Mercedes parts. This type of solution is often chosen for maintenance repairs where maintaining factory fitment while optimizing costs is a priority.

For workshops and individual users, using an original, used door handle lock cover allows for material and structural consistency with other body parts, which is important for both durability and subsequent serviceability.

Application in Repairs and Upgrades

This part is suitable for situations where a damaged cover needs replacement after a collision, vandalism, or improper handle removal. It can also be used for partial restoration of the side body area when the goal is to restore the completeness of the door equipment without interfering with the lock's structure.

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 exterior handles, covers, or additional handle segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes Door Handles category.

Support for Part Selection and Additional Information

Selecting the correct door handle lock cover should be based on model compatibility, placement parameters on the vehicle, and paint color. If you have doubts about its application in a specific vehicle instance, it is helpful to compare the shape and mounting method with the currently installed part.

For those interested in broader use of aftermarket components and avoiding common issues when modifying bodywork and interiors, practical tips can be found in the article Buying Used Car Parts – Common Mistakes When Choosing Tuning Parts, which discusses key aspects of safely selecting used components.