The Mercedes R231 front right seat belt buckle in black is an original safety system component, designed for installation on the driver's or outer front passenger's side. This part, from the seat belts and parts category, ensures proper cooperation with the factory seat belt, maintaining compatibility with the seat's construction and the vehicle's safety system.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: A2318601885
- Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: A2318601885
- Substitutable numbers: A2318601885, A 231 860 18 85
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
- Color: Black
- Category: Seat Belts & Parts
Intended Use and Fitment for Mercedes R231
The presented Mercedes R231 front seat belt buckle right side has been specifically designed for installation at the front of the vehicle on the right side. The appropriate shaping of the body and mounting points allows for correct positioning near the seat, without interfering with the seat's structure or belt routing.
The component works with the factory seat belt mechanism, ensuring proper buckle locking and predictable behavior during daily use. This maintains consistency with the vehicle's original safety system.
Construction, Color, and Ergonomics
The buckle is made in a black color, allowing for an aesthetic match with most upholstery and plastics in the Mercedes R231 interior. The neutral color minimizes the visibility of wear and tear and blends well with the factory finish of the center console and seat.
The buckle's design ensures:
- stable guidance of the seat belt buckle along the seat's axis, facilitating daily fastening and unfastening,
- ergonomic access to the release button, even in confined spaces between the seat and the center console,
- a cohesive interior appearance by maintaining the element's factory geometry and proportions.
Characteristics of a Used Part
The offered seat belt buckle is a used part, sourced from dismantling. This means the element was previously in use in a vehicle but retains the functionality required for continued use. Such components are often chosen by users looking for original solutions within a reasonable budget.
For safety components, it is particularly important to use parts that are structurally compatible with the specific model. A buckle dedicated to the Mercedes R231 allows for the maintenance of the seat belt system's original operating parameters, without the need for adaptation or modification of mountings.
Application, Installation, and Benefits of Choosing OEM
The front right seat belt buckle in the Mercedes R231 is installed directly on the seat, in the location designated by the manufacturer. In practice, this means:
- installation at the factory mounting point without structural modifications,
- maintaining the correct belt routing geometry relative to the user's shoulders,
- proper cooperation with the pretensioner and sensor system (if provided in the specific vehicle configuration).
Choosing an original buckle from the same model line as the vehicle helps reduce the risk of installation play, incorrect positioning relative to the seat, or problems with buckle fastening. This is especially important in cars where both safety and the preservation of the interior's original functionality are crucial.
How to Care for a Used Seat Belt Buckle
To extend the lifespan of a used seat belt buckle, it is advisable to regularly remove dirt from around the locking mechanism and avoid exposing the element to aggressive chemicals. It is good practice to periodically check the smooth operation of the release button and its response when the buckle is inserted.
If you want to learn more practical tips on the operation and maintenance of dismantled parts, check out the article How to Extend the Lifespan of Used Car Parts?, which describes proven methods for caring for components from the aftermarket.
Other Seat Belts and Parts for Mercedes
If you are also looking for other seat belts and parts for Mercedes, check out our dedicated category: seat belts and parts Mercedes. This will help you easily select compatible safety system components for your Mercedes vehicle.
