Mercedes W203 Rear Door Seal Frame Gasket Left Right N/O/S Beige A2036972451

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W203 Rear Door Seal Frame Gasket Left Right N/O/S Beige is a precisely fitted component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear part of the vehicle body. The beige finish of the seal allows for color consistency within the interior while ensuring a tight seal and stable door fitment. It is a practical solution for users looking to restore proper door operation and reduce noise and moisture ingress.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2036972451-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2036972451
• Substitutable numbers: A2036972451, A 203 697 24 51
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Color: Beige
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and vehicle placement

The seal has been designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, with the possibility of application on both the right and left sides. This solution facilitates component selection during body repairs and allows for flexible use of the part depending on service needs.

The component belongs to the Doors and door panels group, meaning it is responsible for properly sealing the contact area between the door and the body, influencing acoustic comfort, protection against water, and the stability of locks and hinges.

Technical characteristics and color

The seal is beige, allowing for aesthetic matching with light-colored upholstery and interior trims used in many equipment versions of the Mercedes C-Class W203 generation. The beige color reduces the contrast between the sealing element and the pillars and door trims, ensuring a cohesive look that maintains the factory character.

The well-thought-out working profile of the seal enables proper adhesion to the door and body edges, which helps minimize air drafts, noise at higher speeds, and the risk of water entering the interior. Proper shape fitment is particularly important for vehicles used daily, where tightness affects user comfort.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Installation of the rear door seal in the Mercedes W203 model is recommended wherever signs of wear on the existing component appear, such as:

• increased noise coming from the door area while driving,
• traces of moisture or water in the lower parts of the upholstery,
• looser door closing or noticeable vibrations on uneven surfaces.

Replacing a worn seal with a functional component allows for the restoration of proper door performance, improvement of cabin acoustic comfort, and reduction of corrosion risk in the area of sills and lower edges of the panels. This is especially important in long-term operated cars, where attention to detail translates into the durability of the entire body structure.

Part condition and installation aspects

The offered seal is a New Old Stock (N/O/S) part, which in practice means the possibility of an economical repair while maintaining original fitment to the Mercedes body. In many cases, the installation of such a component does not require specialized modifications, but only proper cleaning of the contact surface and careful seating of the seal in the factory guides or on the door edges.

During installation, it is worth paying attention to the even placement of the profile around the entire door perimeter, the absence of material twisting, and careful pressing in the corners. A properly installed seal ensures stable adhesion and allows for full utilization of its damping and protective properties.

Expanding the scope of work within the door area

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

For users interested in optimizing service costs for other brands, including Ford, practical tips regarding part selection and repair planning may be helpful – it is worth checking the material: Economical operation of a Ford – where to look for the greatest savings in mechanical and body repairs.