Rear Lamp Mercedes W177 Side Panel Left N/S Tail Light Rear A0005404204

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Rear Lamp Mercedes W177 Side Panel Left N/S Tail Light Rear is an original lighting component designed for the rear body section. As part of the Rear lights and brake lights group, it ensures a consistent vehicle appearance, correct signaling of maneuvers, and compatibility with the factory electrical installation. This is a solution for users who want to restore full lighting functionality without compromising on fitment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1779068302-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1779068302
• Substitutable numbers: A1779068302, A 177 906 83 02
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented tail light is designed for installation in the left rear corner of the body, within the side panel area. Placement in this body section means the component is responsible for vehicle visibility from the rear and side, which is important for both safety and compliance with traffic regulations.

Thanks to the factory geometry of the housing and lens, the lamp works with the body line characteristic of the W177 series, maintaining proper alignment with the fender and trunk lid. The appropriate shaping of the light surface allows for clear reproduction of position and brake lights in both urban and extra-urban conditions.

Technical characteristics and compatibility

The discussed component belongs to the Rear lights and brake lights group, meaning it has been designed to operate in a demanding external environment – with variable temperatures, humidity, and exposure to road contaminants. The lamp construction is adapted to the factory mounting system and original connectors used in Mercedes W177 family models.

As a part sourced from dismantling, the lamp retains the original optical structure and lighting system intended by the vehicle manufacturer. This facilitates installation in place of a damaged component without the need for installation modifications or bodywork interference, which is significant for post-accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to a state consistent with technical documentation.

Component condition and benefits of using a used part

The product is offered as a used part, which allows for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to purchasing a new sub-assembly, while maintaining the original manufacturer's specification. For many Mercedes W177 users, this is a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, especially in the case of body and lighting repairs after minor collisions.

Using an original lamp from dismantling reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of replacements with lower manufacturing precision. In practice, this translates into:

• proper adherence to body edges,
• stable mounting in factory points,
• consistent appearance with other lighting elements.

Safety, visibility, and operational aspects

A properly functioning left tail light is crucial for clear signaling of braking and vehicle presence on the road. The correct distribution of the light beam and the appropriate color of the position and brake light support safety while driving at night, in rain, or in fog.

The original optical construction ensures compliance with the homologation provided for the given model, which is important during periodic technical inspections. Maintaining a complete, functional set of tail lights reduces the risk of fines and improves driving comfort thanks to better vehicle visibility for other road users.

Expanding lighting and rear zone upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as lenses, light modules, or additional lamp segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes rear lights and brake lights category.

In the case of broader service work on the vehicle, including suspension and running gear components, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding the diagnosis of play and noises in the running gear – the article Knocking in the suspension? Discover a clever way to restore factory steering precision without spending a fortune at the service center may be helpful, as it shows how to effectively use parts from dismantling to reduce operating costs.