Mercedes C216 Window Lifter Regulator Front Left N/S A2167200146

Mercedes C216 Window Lifter Regulator Front Left N/S is an original component from the Window regulators and motors group, designed for precise operation in the driver's door. It ensures stable window guidance, proper closing, and smooth control via factory switches, maintaining the original operating characteristics of the system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2167200346
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2167200146
• Substitutable numbers: A2167200346, A 216 720 03 46, A2167200146, A 216 720 01 46
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Window Motors & Regulators

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented regulator is designed for installation in the front left door area, responsible for the vertical movement of the window and its correct positioning in the guides. The component works with the factory control motor and electrical installation, ensuring full compatibility with the comfort window opening and closing system in Mercedes vehicles.

The placement on the vehicle defined as front – left side allows for unambiguous identification of the part during selection and minimizes the risk of errors during ordering and installation.

Benefits of using an original window regulator

Using an original regulator in the driver's door translates into:

• correct window guidance without jamming or play,
• stable cooperation with the factory lifting motor,
• maintaining proper closing geometry relative to the seals,
• reduction of noise and vibrations while driving,
• consistency with the factory construction of the Mercedes C216 door.

Thanks to this, the window lifting system operates in a predictable and repeatable manner, which is important for both user comfort and cabin tightness.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered regulator belongs to the group of used original parts, which in practice means a favorable compromise between cost and maintaining factory build quality. The component comes from disassembly, so the construction, mounting points, and guide geometry remain consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements.

Choosing a used window regulator is particularly attractive for maintenance repairs, where matching a specific body version and equipment is key, while keeping service costs down remains important.

Selection by numbers and compatibility

The Mercedes C216 Window Lifter Regulator Front Left N/S has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise identification in the manufacturer's catalogs and service systems. When selecting, it is recommended to verify compatibility by part number and vehicle data (model, generation, body version) to ensure full compatibility with a specific car.

For users and workshops, this means the ability to quickly confirm the part's compatibility with the vehicle, thereby reducing the risk of having to disassemble the door again in case of incorrect selection.

Mercedes window regulators and motors – expansion and door area service

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as guides, lifting mechanisms, or electric window drives, check the available parts in the Mercedes window regulators and motors category.

More about the cost-effectiveness of used components

When planning repairs, it is worth considering the general principles of selecting used components and the relationship between cost and durability. A detailed discussion of this topic, along with verification procedures by OEM numbers and cost calculation examples, can be found in the article Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths. Although it mainly concerns powertrains, the principles presented there also help in making informed decisions when choosing other used car parts.