Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 Engine Bonnet Hood Lock Spring Coil A2048800227

The Mercedes-Benz W204 Engine Hood Spring Buffer is an original part from the Hoods category, designed for precise support and stabilization of the engine hood in W204 series models. This used OEM part ensures a factory fit, maintaining the correct hood geometry and secure closing and opening of the engine cover.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048800227
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048800227
• Substitutable numbers: A2048800227, A 204 880 02 27
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Part Purpose and Function

The engine hood spring buffer in the Mercedes-Benz W204 is responsible for controlled hood support and damping its movement during closing. Thanks to the appropriately selected spring characteristics, it reduces excessive stress on the hood hinges and panels, contributing to the durability of the entire system and the comfort of operating the engine cover.

Using an original buffer is particularly important in vehicles where maintaining factory clearances, correct hood positioning relative to fenders and bumpers, and repeatable operation of the opening mechanism are crucial.

Advantages of Using an Original Spring Buffer

Choosing an original engine hood spring buffer for the Mercedes-Benz W204 offers a range of practical benefits for daily vehicle operation:

• Factory Fit – a part designed for the specific hood and hinge construction, requiring no modifications.
• Stable Hood Operation – proper support and motion damping reduce vibrations and unwanted stresses.
• Consistency with Other Body Components – maintaining correct gaps and body lines.
• Hassle-Free Installation – designed for the standard mounting points in the W204 body.

Condition and Performance Characteristics

The engine hood spring buffer is a used part, sourced from vehicle dismantling, which allows for the preservation of the original manufacturer's specifications. Such components are often chosen by workshops and individual owners who expect factory hood operating geometry while minimizing repair costs.

A used OEM part retains its proper elasticity characteristics, translating into predictable hood behavior during daily use, without the need to fit aftermarket alternatives with uncertain parameters.

Practical Application in Service and Repairs

The Mercedes-Benz W204 Engine Hood Spring Buffer is suitable for both routine replacement of worn parts and post-accident repairs where restoring the original geometry of the front body section is critical. Using an original buffer facilitates:

• setting the hood in the correct working position,
• eliminating knocks and play resulting from improper support,
• maintaining adequate hood pressure against the latch and seals.

In conjunction with properly functioning hinges and hood latch, the spring buffer ensures a cohesive, predictable service outcome, consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's intentions.

Other Mercedes Hoods – Body Part Selection

If you also need other parts from the Hoods category dedicated to this brand, check out the Mercedes hoods available in our assortment to select complete body components for your car.

How Used OEM Parts Affect Repair Time?

When planning body repairs, it's worth considering the impact of used OEM part availability on vehicle downtime in the workshop. You can find more information on this topic in the article: Availability of Used OEM Parts and Workshop Repair Time, where we discuss how quick selection of original components helps reduce service downtimes and optimize costs.