Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 Hinge Right O/S Bonnet Front Obsidian Black - 197

Mercedes W204 Hood Hinge Right Black A2048800828 is an original part from the Hoods category, designed for the right side of the front body. The hinge ensures stable guidance of the engine cover and secure closing, while the finish in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 allows for visual consistency with the vehicle's factory paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048800828-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048800828
• Substitutable numbers: A2048800828, A 204 880 08 28, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and Function of the Mercedes W204 Hood Hinge

The presented hood hinge is designed specifically for Mercedes W204 models and is mounted on the right front side of the vehicle. It is responsible for the precise guidance of the hood during opening and closing, as well as maintaining the correct geometry of the cover in relation to the fenders, headlights, and front panel. This ensures that the body lines remain even and the hood does not rub against adjacent elements.

Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 Paint Color and Matching

The hinge is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, which is a significant advantage when repairing bodywork on vehicles in the same shade. This facilitates maintaining a consistent appearance of the engine bay and hood edges, especially in cars where attention is paid to the aesthetics of details. In many cases, this can reduce or completely eliminate the need for additional painting of the part.

Benefits of Using an Original Hood Hinge

Using a factory hood hinge on a Mercedes W204 translates to:

• Proper Fitment – maintaining factory gaps between the hood and the front vehicle elements.
• Stable operation of the opening and closing mechanism, without unwanted play.
• Reduced risk of damage to the hood edges and paint on the fenders.
• Easier adjustment after installation due to the preservation of original mounting geometry.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered hood hinge is a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original quality. This type of part is particularly suitable for:

• post-accident front-end repairs,
• replacing a worn or bent hinge,
• restoring the correct hood alignment after previous body repairs.

Thanks to its factory design, the hinge can be installed in place of the damaged part without the need for modifications.

Practical Installation Tips

When replacing the hood hinge on a Mercedes W204, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct alignment of the hood relative to the fenders and headlights before final tightening of the screws,
• checking the mechanism's operation after several opening and closing cycles,
• verifying that the hood does not rub against adjacent elements throughout its full range of motion.

Professional installation allows for full utilization of the original hinge's advantages and restores the comfort of hood operation and the aesthetics of the vehicle's front end.

Other Mercedes Hoods – Selecting Parts for Your Car

If you are looking for other parts from the Hoods category dedicated to this brand's vehicles, check out the Mercedes hoods available in our store to select a component perfectly matched to the specific body version.

For drivers interested in a broader perspective on selecting used components and their impact on a car's character, we recommend the guide article Go-Kart Feeling XXL – Used N18 Turbocharger vs. B48 in Mini Cooper S, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing original components and their integration with existing vehicle systems.