Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class C209 W209 Dashboard Storage Glove Box Black A2096800291

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class C209 W209 Dashboard Storage Glove Box Black is an original interior component designed for the C209/W209 generation CLK models. This practical and aesthetic storage compartment provides convenient access to small items while helping to maintain a consistent, factory-look cockpit in your Mercedes, which is particularly important for repairs and interior restorations of premium vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A2096800198
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2096800291
• Substitutable numbers: A2096800198, A 209 680 01 98, A2096800291, A 209 680 02 91, EM
• Color: Black
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented item is a dashboard storage glove box dedicated to Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class C209/W209 models. It is responsible for the secure storage of documents, owner's manuals, small accessories, and additional equipment, while integrating seamlessly with the dashboard structure without the need for modifying mounts or the shape of the cockpit.

As part of the Storage compartments, doors, and locks group, this component works with the glove box opening and closing mechanism, influencing the ergonomics of operation and the daily comfort of using the vehicle.

Appearance and interior fitment

The storage compartment is finished in black, allowing it to harmonize with typical interior color configurations of the Mercedes-Benz CLK C209/W209. The shade is selected to maintain consistency with other dashboard elements, which is important both when replacing a damaged part and when reconstructing the interior after a collision.

The design of the storage compartment has been engineered for factory mounting points in the dashboard, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper alignment with adjacent panels, trim, and the center console. As a result, after correct installation, the joint lines remain even, and the entire assembly looks like original vehicle equipment.

Technical and installation characteristics

The original origin of the component ensures compatibility with the factory dashboard geometry, which translates into:

• proper operation of the glove box opening and closing mechanism,
• stable seating in the cockpit structure,
• no need for mounting modifications or interference with the interior structure.

The storage compartment is a used item, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and represents a good solution for users looking for factory fitment while maintaining reasonable repair costs. Proper selection for the specific CLK C209/W209 model allows avoiding compatibility issues typical of aftermarket parts with universal designs.

Application in service and interior restoration

This dashboard storage glove box will prove particularly useful in situations where the existing element has suffered mechanical damage, wear and tear, or does not close properly. Replacing it with an original component allows for restoring:

• functionality of the space for documents and accessories,
• cockpit aesthetics in line with the Mercedes-Benz factory standard,
• user comfort thanks to the proper operation of the glove box door.

For workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and for individuals servicing their own cars, the use of an original storage compartment is beneficial from the point of view of quality, durability, and maintaining the vehicle's value on the secondary market.

Expanding Mercedes interior equipment

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, doors, or latch locks, check the available parts in the Mercedes storage compartments, doors, and locks category.

For users interested in a broader look at the construction and operation of vehicle components, including elements working with the steering column and cockpit equipment, a guide article describing the principles of operation and typical faults of control systems may be helpful – you can find it here: Steering system and power steering – how it works and what breaks?.