Mercedes Sprinter W901 Sliding Door Rear Left N/S Arctic White - 9147

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mercedes Sprinter W901 Sliding Door Rear Left N/S is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory color Arctic White - 9147, it allows for a consistent, aesthetic, and technically correct repair of the side body area in Mercedes W901 series vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A9017300105-ARW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A9017300105
• Substitutable numbers: A9017300105, A 901 730 01 05
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Arctic White - 9147
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The presented sliding door is designed for installation in the rear left section of the body, which is crucial for proper movement along the rails and interaction with the locks and seals of the vehicle's side wall. The construction dedicated to the W901 series ensures proper geometry, maintenance of body lines, and correct fitment with adjacent elements such as the fender, rocker panel, and side pillars.

The placement on the vehicle in the rear zone allows for convenient access to the cargo or passenger area, and the use of a sliding mechanism reduces the risk of the door colliding with the surroundings when opening in narrow parking spaces or loading bays.

Color and visual aspect

The door is finished in Arctic White - 9147, which allows for maintaining a uniform body color without the need for full painting of the entire side of the vehicle. For fleet users and commercial vehicles, this is both aesthetically and practically significant – it facilitates quick restoration of the vehicle to service after bodywork repairs.

The factory shade of white also promotes easier matching of any potential paint touch-ups, and the uniform surface of the door provides a solid base for any advertising wraps or company markings.

Characteristics of the used component

The door comes from the used body parts segment, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original construction. This type of component is particularly attractive for maintenance repairs where functionality, correct fitment, and compliance with factory solutions are prioritized.

Choosing a used sliding door for the Mercedes W901 helps reduce vehicle downtime, avoid problems with fitting low-quality replacements, and maintain the structural integrity of the side body section.

Application in service and body repair

The rear left sliding door is a key element in repairs following side collisions, operational damage, or corrosion in the rocker panel and side area. Using an original element from the Doors and door panels group facilitates the work of body and paint shops, shortens fitting time, and limits the need for additional modifications.

In workshop practice, such a door is used, among other things, for:

• repairs after impacts to the side of the vehicle,
• replacing corroded or deformed sliding doors,
• restoring full functionality of the sliding and locking mechanism,
• renovation of commercial vehicles, where cargo tightness and safety are important.

Integration with other Mercedes body elements

As a component dedicated to the Mercedes W901 series, the door works with factory rails, locks, seals, and other components of the vehicle's side wall. This makes it possible to maintain proper structural rigidity, correct adhesion to the body, and proper operation of the locking and latching mechanisms.

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

Substantive support and vehicle project development

When planning broader modernizations or fleet refreshing, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge regarding body construction, operation, and the selection of used parts. For a comparison of solutions used in other popular models, as well as an understanding of how manufacturers develop their projects, the article describing the evolution of one of the most famous hot hatches may be helpful – Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – structural changes and VW car parts.