Mercedes W176 Door Hinge Rear Right O/S Top Upper Kosmos Black Metallic 191

The Mercedes W176 Rear Right Door Upper Hinge in Cosmos Black Metallic 191 is an original body part designed for precise installation on the rear right side. As part of the gas springs, locks, hinges, and other body parts group, it ensures stable door operation, correct geometry, and aesthetic color matching to the factory paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1767300637-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1767300637
• Substitutable numbers: A1767300637, A 176 730 06 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Lift Supports, Latches, Hinges & Additional Parts

Purpose and Function of the Rear Right Door Hinge

This hinge is dedicated to the rear right side of the body in the Mercedes A-Class W176 generation. It is responsible for the controlled opening and closing of the door, maintaining its correct position relative to the car body, and limiting unwanted play in the mounting area. Thanks to its factory design, the correct geometry of the gaps between the door and the fender and pillar is maintained, which translates to proper closing and user comfort.

Cosmos Black Metallic 191 Color – Visual Matching

The hinge is finished in Cosmos Black Metallic 191, allowing for a seamless blend with bodywork painted in the same shade. In practice, this means it can be installed without the need for additional painting, provided that other door and body components retain the same paint code. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs and for replacing worn or damaged hinges on daily driven vehicles.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

As a component from the Gas Springs, Locks, Hinges, and Other Parts group, this hinge is designed to operate under demanding conditions typical for the door area. Its construction is intended for installation on the upper part of the rear right door, utilizing the factory mounting points on the body and the door leaf. This allows for:

• maintaining the original door opening line,
• reducing stress in the mounting area,
• minimizing the risk of door sagging during operation,
• ensuring seal integrity and proper gasket fit.

This part is from a dismantled vehicle, which allows for maintaining the factory specifications and fit to the Mercedes W176 body structure, while reducing repair costs compared to new parts.

Application in Repairs and Upgrades

The rear right door upper hinge is suitable for both standard replacement of worn parts and for post-collision repairs where restoring the correct door alignment to the body is necessary. Using an original component from the same model series facilitates post-installation adjustment and ensures stable door operation without excessive play or jamming.

For vehicles subjected to intensive use – fleet, company, or private – using a used, original hinge is a sensible compromise between cost and durability, especially if you want to maintain the factory build standard and compatibility with other body components.

Support for Hinge Area Selection and Expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door mounting area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or supporting gas springs, check the available parts in the Mercedes Gas Springs, Locks, Hinges, and Other Parts category.

If you are considering broader body modifications or wish to combine hinge replacement with other upgrade work, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on using used components – you can find them in the article Tuning with Used Parts – How to Gain Performance Without Losing a Fortune.

For owners of older Mercedes models who want to gradually refresh their bodywork and door mechanics, a guide on restoring older vehicles to operational condition may also be helpful: Second Life for a Youngtimer – How Used Car Parts Revitalize Cars from 1998–2012.