Mercedes ML W164 Driver Seat Headrest Guide Sleeve Left Right N/O/S A2519701041

Mercedes ML W164 Driver Seat Headrest Guide Left Right is an original part from the Headrests category, designed for precise guidance and stabilization of the headrest in the driver's seat. The used part ensures a factory fit to the seat structure, which facilitates installation and maintains the technical consistency of the interior. This is a practical solution for those who want to restore the proper functioning of the headrest adjustment mechanism in their Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2519701041
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2519701041
• Substitutable numbers: A2519701041, A 251 970 10 41
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and Function of the Headrest Guide

The guide is responsible for the stable guidance of the headrest posts in the driver's seat backrest, enabling smooth height adjustment and maintaining the correct position while driving. The element operates vertically, cooperating with the locking mechanism, so the headrest stays in the set position even with frequent setting changes.

This solution is important for both comfort and safety – a properly functioning guide facilitates setting the headrest at the correct height relative to the driver's head, which is crucial for longer journeys and in emergency situations.

Compatibility and Vehicle Placement

The presented guide is designed for the driver's seat in the Mercedes ML W164 model and can be used on the right or left side of the backrest, depending on the specific seat construction. This solution facilitates the servicing of the headrest mechanism, allowing for the replacement of a specific component without interfering with other seat components.

Its placement at the top of the backrest means the guide operates in close proximity to the upholstery and seat foam, so it is important to use a component that is structurally consistent with the original Mercedes design to avoid play, jamming, or improper guidance of the posts.

Technical Characteristics and Benefits of Use

The original headrest guide has been designed to work with the factory seat frame of the driver's seat in the Mercedes ML W164. The element's construction is adapted to the loads resulting from daily use – frequent height adjustments, seat position changes, and vehicle suspension operation.

• Stable guidance of headrest posts in the seat backrest.
• Cooperation with the factory headrest position locking mechanism.
• Fit to the driver's seat geometry in the Mercedes ML W164.
• Can be used on the right or left side of the backrest.

Using an original guide helps maintain the seat's structural integrity and reduces the risk of accelerated wear of other adjustment mechanism components. This is particularly important in vehicles where the driver's seat is used intensively.

Condition of the Part and Installation Aspects

The offered guide is a used part from a dismantled vehicle, meaning it shows signs of wear typical for parts installed in a vehicle but retains the functionality required for further use. This type of component is often chosen for seat repairs when only the headrest guide mechanism is damaged, and other seat components remain functional.

Installing the guide requires access to the upper part of the seat backrest, removal of the headrest, and appropriate tilting or unfastening of the upholstery. Thanks to the preservation of the element's factory geometry, after correct installation, the headrest should move smoothly, without jamming or excessive play.

Expanding Seat Area Modernization in Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seat area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as guides, mounts, or complete headrests, check the available parts in the Mercedes Headrests category.

To compare solutions used in different brands and better understand the differences between standard versions and more advanced equipment packages, it is worth reading the article describing M series components – you can find it here: BMW M Performance: What's the Difference Between BMW M Components and Standard Ones?.