Mercedes CLK-Class C209 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Cubanite Silver Metallic 723

The Mercedes CLK‑Class C209 Fuel Filler Flap in Cubanite Silver Metallic 723 is an original body part from the Fuel Filler Caps and Accessories group, designed for CLK C209 generation models. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent body appearance and proper fuel filler protection in line with manufacturer standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2097500206-CS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2097500206
• Substitutable numbers: A2097500206, A 209 750 02 06, EM
• Color: Cubanite Silver Metallic - 723
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Application and Fitment for Mercedes CLK C209

The presented fuel filler cap has been designed specifically for the Mercedes CLK‑Class C209 body, ensuring proper alignment with the fender line and the original hinge and latch mechanism. The original geometry of the part allows for maintaining factory gaps between panels, which is important for both aesthetics and aerodynamics.

This part comes from a Mercedes vehicle and complies with the manufacturer's factory standards in terms of dimensions, mountings, and construction. It is a suitable choice for replacing a damaged flap after a collision, corrosion, or intensive use, when maintaining the original character of the body is important.

Cubanite Silver Metallic 723 Color – Benefits for Paint Repairs

The cap is finished in the Cubanite Silver Metallic – 723 shade, characteristic of many Mercedes CLK C209 models. For body shops and users, this means:

• easier matching to the vehicle's existing paintwork,
• the possibility of limiting the painting area to a minimal section,
• maintaining a cohesive, elegant side body line.

In many cases, the correct base color can shorten repair time and reduce costs, especially when the rest of the bodywork is in good visual condition.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered fuel filler flap is a used part, which in practice means a real saving compared to a new part while maintaining the original manufacturer's construction. Such components are often chosen for accident repairs, restorations, and bringing a vehicle back to a factory-like condition without excessive budget strain.

A used fuel filler cap is also a good solution for those who want to avoid shade differences between a new, freshly painted part and the rest of the bodywork – the natural aging of paint on a salvaged part often harmonizes better with the existing coating on the car.

Fuel Filler Area and Operational Safety

A functional fuel filler flap is important not only visually but also functionally. A properly working flap:

• protects the cap and filler neck from external contaminants,
• reduces the risk of moisture entering the filler area,
• helps maintain proper operating conditions for fuel system components in the filler area.

For a fuller understanding of this area's role in the entire fuel system, it is worth consulting the guide on diagnostics and operation, available in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair.

Complementary Mercedes Fuel Filler Caps and Accessories

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the fuel filler area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional caps, covers, or mounting accessories, check the available parts in the Mercedes Fuel Filler Caps and Accessories category.