Mercedes W204 Front Grill Grille Air Intake A2048801483

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W204 Front Grill Grille Air Intake is an original front body panel component from the Grilles and radiator covers group, designed for installation in Mercedes vehicles. It ensures proper airflow to the engine compartment and aesthetically organizes the vehicle's front line, maintaining the factory character and stylistic consistency.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048801483
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048801483
• Substitutable numbers: A2078880260, A 207 888 02 60, A2048801483, A 204 880 14 83
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Grille
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented front grille air intake is designed as a component mounted in the front bumper and radiator grille area. It is responsible for directing the airflow to the radiator and engine compartment, which promotes stable operating conditions for the powertrain and improves the aerodynamics of the front bodywork.

Thanks to a design compliant with the manufacturer's standards, the proper mounting points and geometry matched to the body lines of the Mercedes W204 series are maintained, which facilitates installation and helps avoid issues with misalignment or stress on adjacent components.

Benefits of using an original component

Using an original air intake in the front grille ensures:

• a consistent look of the front body section with other Mercedes stylistic elements,
• proper airflow to the cooling system,
• stable mounting thanks to factory-provided clips and mounting points,
• easier service work during the removal and reinstallation of the grille or bumper.

This solution is particularly recommended for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged intake, or restoring the vehicle to factory body specifications after modifications.

Installation characteristics

The component is intended for installation in the front area of the vehicle, within the structure of the grille / radiator cover. The design provided by the vehicle manufacturer allows for:

• precise fitment with the grille frame and adjacent body components,
• maintenance of proper gaps and parting lines,
• reduction of vibrations and play during operation.

The replacement of the component can be carried out under standard workshop conditions, using typical service procedures for the front end of the Mercedes W204.

Condition and use in body repairs

The offered component is in used condition, which makes it an attractive cost-effective alternative while maintaining original build quality. It works well both for post-collision repairs and for replacing worn or damaged elements in daily-driven vehicles.

If you want to better plan your body repair using dismantled parts and learn about best practices for selecting OEM parts, it is worth reading the article Bodywork and chassis – post-accident repairs using dismantled parts, which discusses procedures, examples, and the most frequently asked questions from drivers.

Expanding repairs within the grille and radiator cover area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front end area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional grilles, decorative trims, or supplementary air intake segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes Grilles and radiator covers category.