Air Duct Mercedes W164 AMG Air Intake To Air Filter Housing Left A1560940782

The Mercedes W164 AMG air intake duct leading to the left-side filter housing is an original component of the air supply system, designed specifically for the AMG version. Thanks to its precise fit to the body and engine compartment, it ensures a stable airflow and proper cooperation with the factory intake system, which translates into predictable performance parameters of the powertrain.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1560940782
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1560940782
• Substitutable numbers: A1560940782, A 156 094 07 82
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Hoses, Lines & Pipes

Purpose and Function in the Intake System

This left air intake duct is responsible for directing the airflow from the bumper or grille intake directly to the filter housing. The element's design is adapted to the engine compartment geometry of the Mercedes W164 AMG version, minimizing turbulence and leaks in the system.

A properly routed intake duct:

• ensures a stable supply of cool outside air to the engine,
• limits the risk of drawing in contaminants from the engine compartment,
• maintains proper pressure and flow direction before the air filter,
• supports the preservation of factory performance parameters and the smooth operation of the AMG unit.

Construction and Fit for Mercedes W164 AMG

The duct belongs to the group of elements Ducts, Hoses, and Pipes, meaning it is designed as part of a system for transporting media – in this case, air – in a controlled and repeatable manner. The channel profile, connection diameters, and mounting points are consistent with Mercedes' factory solutions, ensuring the element fits original brackets and covers without modification.

Its placement on the left side of the vehicle allows for optimal routing of the intake in the engine compartment, maintaining required distances from heating and moving components. This arrangement promotes mounting stability and reduces vibration transfer to the air filter housing.

Benefits of Using an Original Intake Duct

Using an original intake duct in the Mercedes W164 AMG offers a range of practical technical benefits:

• Factory Geometric Fit – no installation problems, proper alignment with the filter housing and other intake components.
• Stable airflow – reduction of pressure drops and uncontrolled turbulence before the filter.
• Compatibility with factory brackets and covers – maintaining the original duct path in the engine compartment.
• Consistency with AMG design principles – the duct works with the factory engine control unit map, without introducing undesirable deviations.

Condition, Verification, and Service Application

The offered element is from the used parts group, which in practice means the possibility of an economical repair of the intake system while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This type of duct is particularly useful for:

• replacing a damaged or cracked intake duct,
• restoring the factory configuration after previous intake modifications,
• comprehensive servicing of the air supply system in vehicles operated in harsh conditions.

By maintaining its original geometry and mounting points, the duct allows for quick installation in a workshop setting, without the need for adjustments or interference with other system components.

Intake System Expansion and Additional Information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the air intake area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as intake ducts, flexible hoses, or rigid pipes for air routing, check the available parts in the Mercedes Ducts, Hoses, and Pipes category.

When selecting used intake system components, it is advisable to rely on proven sources and original part origins. If you want to better understand which intake system components and other vehicle systems are most frequently chosen by drivers, refer to the material: Best Used Car Parts – A Guide to the Most Frequently Chosen Original Parts.