Mercedes W204 Instrument Cluster Speedometer Clocks A2045401248 Petrol Automatic

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W204 Instrument Cluster Speedometer Clocks is an original instrument panel designed for factory installation in the dashboard. This item from the Instrument Clusters category ensures clear monitoring of driving parameters and a seamless fit with the Mercedes interior. Thanks to its OEM design, you maintain full integration with the vehicle's electrical system and onboard electronics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A2045401248
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2045401248
• Substitutable numbers: A2045401248, A 204 540 12 48, A 204 540 38 48, A2045403848, A 204 540 54 48, A2045405448, A 204 540 92 48, A2045409248, A 204 900 34 00, A2049003400, A 204 900 11 05, A2049001105
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Part type: Instrument Cluster
• Category: Instrument Clusters

Purpose and compatibility

The presented instrument cluster is designed specifically for Mercedes C-Class W204 generation models with a petrol engine and automatic transmission. This ensures compatibility with the automatic transmission logic, correct speedometer scaling, and accurate display of transmission driving modes. Using an original instrument cluster allows you to maintain consistency in display messages and proper communication with the vehicle's electronics.

Instrument cluster functionality

The instrument cluster is responsible for presenting key information to the driver while driving. The panel integrates, among other things:

• a speedometer with a clear scale adapted to the characteristics of the Mercedes W204,
• automatic transmission status indicators (gear selector positions, driving modes),
• warning and information lights linked to safety and comfort systems,
• an area for displaying onboard data, such as mileage or basic service messages.

This provides the driver with a clear, central point for reading all the most important parameters, which translates into comfort and safety while using the car.

Benefits of using an original instrument cluster

Choosing an original instrument cluster for the Mercedes W204 offers a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fit – the panel is structurally prepared for installation in the W204 dashboard, with no need for modifications to mounts or wiring.
• Visual consistency – the graphics of the dials, backlighting, and styling are consistent with the Mercedes interior design language, maintaining the aesthetics of the cockpit.
• Electronic integration – the cluster works with factory control units, which facilitates configuration and reduces the risk of communication errors in the vehicle network.
• Dedicated to petrol and automatic – the scaling and logic of the indications are adapted to the specifics of the petrol engine and automatic transmission.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered instrument panel is a used part, which in practice means it comes from a vehicle disassembly and may show signs of normal wear. For many users, this is a cost-effective solution – it allows for an economical replacement of a damaged instrument cluster while maintaining original build quality. This type of component is particularly useful for repairs following electronic instrument failure, backlighting issues, or mechanical damage to dials and needles.

Use in service and modernization

The Mercedes W204 instrument cluster is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged panel and for interior modernization when you want to maintain the original character of the cockpit. By being dedicated to the petrol version with an automatic transmission, you minimize the risk of display discrepancies or communication problems with other modules. This is a practical solution for workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and for users independently sourcing parts to repair their car.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional instrument panels, alternative dials, or compatible display modules, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Instrument Clusters category.

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