Mercedes W164 Bonnet Hood Hinge Right Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 A2518800228

The Mercedes W164 Right Hood Hinge Silver is an original body part from the Hood Hinges, Latches, and Other Parts group, designed for the right side of the hood in Mercedes vehicles. The hinge in Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color ensures visual consistency with the factory paint and guarantees proper hood operation in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2518800428-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2518800428
• Substitutable numbers: A2518800428, A 251 880 04 28, A 251 880 02 28, A2518800228
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Hood Hinge Purpose and Function

The presented hinge is responsible for stable guidance and safe opening of the hood on the right side of the vehicle. A correctly selected part from this group minimizes stress on the body panel, reduces the risk of hood misalignment, and contributes to precise fitting with the fenders and front fascia. In case of accident repairs or replacement of worn components, using an original hinge is crucial for maintaining the correct geometry of the front body section.

Iridium Silver Metallic Color – Visual Matching

The hinge is finished in the Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 shade, which facilitates integration with the factory body paint of this color. This reduces the scope of additional painting work, and the part becomes less visible at the connection points after installation. This is a practical solution for repairs where both correct mechanical function and engine bay aesthetics are important.

Mounting and Operational Characteristics

The right-side hood hinge is structurally designed to work with the factory mounting points in the body and the hood itself. The appropriately selected geometry of the arms and pivot points ensures smooth opening and closing, without excessive play or jamming. Correct selection of a part from this group is particularly important when:

• after a collision, it is necessary to restore the correct hood line relative to the fenders,
• there are problems with closing or even seating of the hood,
• the existing hinge shows signs of wear, corrosion, or deformation.

Using an original part often allows for better fitment than universal aftermarket alternatives, which translates to stable hood operation and reduced stress on the latch and other mountings.

Body Zone and Compatibility with Other Elements

The hinge operates in the critical front body zone, interacting with the hood, latch, springs or lifting struts, and guide elements. A correctly selected component from this group reduces the risk of:

• overloading the hood latch during closing,
• uneven force distribution during lifting,
• play and rattling noises while driving.

By maintaining the original hinge geometry, it is possible to precisely set the gaps between the hood and adjacent panels, which is important for both aerodynamics and acoustic comfort inside the vehicle.

Technical Support and Service Knowledge

When working on the front of the body, activities related to the steering system, steering column, or passive safety elements are often performed concurrently. To better understand the relationships between these components and the symptoms of improper operation, it is worth consulting the guide: Steering System and Power Steering – How It Works and What Fails?. This provides practical knowledge for comprehensive repairs in the front part of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front hood area on your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional hinges, latches, or hood supports, check the available parts in the category Mercedes Hood Hinges, Latches, and Other Parts.