Mercedes C117 Steering Wheel Indicator Wiper Cruise Control Stalk A2469001711

Mercedes C117 Steering Wheel Indicator Wiper Cruise Control Stalk is an original steering column control unit designed for precise operation of essential driving functions. Thanks to its factory design, Mercedes ensures consistent performance with the vehicle's electronics and comfortable ergonomics for daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2469001711
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2469001711
• Substitutable numbers: A2469001711, A 246 900 17 11
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described stalk combines turn signal, wiper, and cruise control functions into a single unit, allowing the driver intuitive operation without taking their hands off the steering wheel. It is a component from the Switches, control elements, and ignition locks group, responsible for transmitting signals to comfort and safety modules, such as the exterior lighting system or the windshield cleaning system.

The original design ensures proper resistance points, tactile switching clicks, and a logical layout of functions, which translates into predictable vehicle behavior during maneuvers and driving in varied weather conditions.

Construction and integration with the control system

The stalk is designed as an integrated module mounted on the steering column, working with the factory electrical harness and Mercedes control units. The connectors used and the mounting geometry are adapted to the solutions used in the C117 series, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper fitment with the column covers.

Internal contacts and conductive paths are responsible for the precise transmission of signals to vehicle systems, such as the wiper, turn signal, and cruise control systems. This ensures full compatibility with factory functions, including light operation logic and wiper operating modes.

Benefits of using the original stalk

Using an original switch from the steering column control group in a Mercedes provides a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of factory ergonomics and intuitive function layout,
• proper cooperation with vehicle electronics without the need for installation modifications,
• consistent operation of cruise control, wipers, and turn signals according to the manufacturer's specifications,
• reduction of the risk of communication errors in the vehicle network resulting from the use of non-original solutions.

For users who want to restore full functionality to the steering wheel control system, choosing such a component is a practical and technically safe solution.

Condition, verification, and service application

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair of the control system while maintaining the original build quality characteristic of the Mercedes brand. This type of component is often chosen in situations where there has been mechanical wear of the stalk, damage after a collision, or problems with the proper operation of turn signal, wiper, or cruise control functions.

In service practice, the stalk can be used both for standard replacement of a damaged switch and for complex steering column rebuilding after accident repairs, provided it is compatible with the configuration of the specific vehicle unit.

Control system expansion and related 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 combination switches, steering wheel control elements, or ignition lock modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes switches, control elements, and ignition locks category.

If you want to better understand why choosing original, used components for a Mercedes is cost-effective in terms of quality and service costs, it is worth reading the article Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting such components.