Mercedes C117 Petrol Instrument Cluster Speedo Clocks Automatic A1179004201

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes C117 Petrol Instrument Cluster Speedo Clocks Automatic is an original instrument cluster panel designed for precise monitoring of driving parameters. This item from the Instrument Clusters category ensures clear reading of speed, RPM, and key onboard information, while maintaining the factory operating logic of Mercedes systems. Thanks to its design tailored for petrol engines and automatic transmissions, it provides a consistent solution for drivers expecting functionality in line with factory equipment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-a1179004201
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1179004201
• Substitutable numbers: A1179004201, A 117 900 42 01
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Instrument Clusters

Purpose and compatibility

The presented instrument cluster has been designed specifically for Mercedes models with the C117 body, equipped with a petrol engine and an automatic transmission. This means that the scale, display logic, and messages are adapted to the characteristics of the petrol unit and the operation of the automatic gearbox, which facilitates integration with the factory electrical installation and vehicle control systems.

Its original Mercedes origin helps maintain the stylistic consistency of the interior, as well as proper cooperation with the onboard computer, safety systems, and comfort functions provided for this generation of the vehicle.

Instrument cluster functionality

The instrument cluster in this model is responsible for presenting key operational data in a clear and repeatable manner. The panel integrates, among other things, the following in one module:

• vehicle speed reading with a precise scale adapted to the car's characteristics,
• information related to the operation of the automatic transmission (gear positions, operating modes),
• warning and control signaling linked to vehicle systems,
• basic operational data of the petrol engine.

Thanks to this, the driver receives all the necessary information in one place for safe and predictable driving, while maintaining the ergonomics known from factory Mercedes solutions.

Performance characteristics and installation

As an original element from the Mercedes range, this instrument cluster is designed for installation in factory mounting points, which facilitates workshop work and limits the need for installation modifications. The panel design is optimized for readability, and the layout of warning lights and gauges corresponds to the standards used in the C117 series.

The used product allows for an economical replacement of a damaged or faulty cluster while maintaining factory functionality. It is a practical solution both for post-accident repairs and for fixing faults related to instrument electronics.

Benefits of using an original instrument cluster

Using an original instrument cluster in a Mercedes C117 brings a number of technical benefits:

• maintaining full compatibility with the vehicle's electrical installation and control systems,
• visual consistency with the dashboard and other interior elements,
• predictable operation of all warning lights and messages,
• the ability to restore factory functionality without interfering with the vehicle's structure.

For users who value original manufacturer solutions, this is a way to keep the vehicle in a configuration close to the one it had when it left the production line, while reducing costs compared to new components.

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 gauges, display modules, or alternative panel configurations, check the available parts in the Mercedes Instrument Clusters category.

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