The Seat Belt Buckle Mercedes W470 / Nissan Navara Front Left Latch is an original part from the seat belts and parts category, designed for installation on the front left passenger or driver's side (depending on the vehicle version). It ensures proper belt locking, which is crucial for passive safety and compliance with the factory design of the restraint system.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: A4708602900
- Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 868435XA0A
- Substitutable numbers: 868435XA0A, A4708602900, A 470 860 29 00
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
- Category: Seat Belts & Parts
Purpose and Function of the Seat Belt Buckle
The Seat Belt Buckle Mercedes W470 Nissan Navara Front Left Latch is responsible for securely fastening the seat belt on the front left seat. The component works with the factory belt, enabling:
- stable buckle locking during driving and in emergency situations,
- proper functioning of the passive safety system according to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications,
- reduction of the risk of unintentional belt release during sudden maneuvers or collisions.
The placement on the vehicle specified as front – left side allows for unambiguous matching of the component to the specific installation position in the cabin.
Compatibility with Mercedes W470 and Nissan Navara
The presented seat belt buckle has been designed to work with the seat and belt structure in Mercedes W470 class and Nissan Navara models, which share many technical solutions. Thanks to this:
- the factory mounting geometry is maintained relative to the seat and center console,
- the buckle mechanism works with the original belt buckle without the need for modifications,
- installation proceeds similarly to factory assembly, which facilitates service work.
This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or restoring the full functionality of the safety system after replacing a seat or belt.
Technical Characteristics and Installation
The seat belt buckle for the front left side of the vehicle is a mechanical element integrated with the seat belt fastening sensor (depending on the vehicle's equipment version). In practice, this means that:
- the seat belt fastening signal can be transmitted to the vehicle's electrical system (indicator light, audible signal),
- the mounting structure is adapted to the factory screw point on the seat,
- user operation remains intuitive – the method of fastening and unfastening the belt is identical to the original solution.
During installation, it is recommended to use the correct tightening torque for the mounting screw and to check the proper routing of the wires (if present) to prevent them from chafing during operation.
Condition, Origin, and Service Application
The offered seat belt buckle is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where:
- the original buckle has suffered mechanical damage (cracked housing, locking issue),
- the element needs replacement after the safety system has deployed,
- it is important to maintain compliance with the factory seat belt system without using universal aftermarket parts.
Choosing an original buckle from the same model family helps maintain the structural and functional consistency of the entire restraint system in the vehicle.
Related Products and Technical Knowledge
If you are looking for other elements from the Mercedes Seat Belts and Parts category, check out our dedicated offer: Mercedes Seat Belts and Parts. This will help you easily select compatible components for a complete safety system repair.
For owners of four-wheel-drive vehicles, knowledge about the interaction of safety systems with drivetrain systems may also be useful. More information can be found in the article: xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – comparison of AWD drives from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW, which discusses, among other things, the specifics of servicing key components in vehicles with advanced traction systems.
