Mercedes W176 Rear Bumper Flap Towing Eye Cover Mountain Grey - 787 A1768850222

Mercedes W176 Tow Hook Cover Rear Bumper Mountain Grey is an original body part from the Bumper Inserts and Covers group, designed for the rear bumper. The paint in the Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body color, facilitating a quick and precise replacement of a damaged cover.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1768850222-MG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1768850222
• Substitutable numbers: A1768850222, A 176 885 02 22
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and Function of the Part

The rear bumper tow hook cover in the Mercedes W176 is responsible for aesthetically closing the service opening where the towing hitch is mounted. A correctly chosen part restores the bumper line's coherence, limits the ingress of dirt into the structure, and helps maintain the factory appearance of the vehicle's rear.

Its placement in the rear area makes the part particularly susceptible to parking and mechanical damage, hence its replacement is a common step in post-accident repairs and ongoing bodywork renovation.

Paint Color and Matching

The cover is finished in the Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 color, characteristic of the Mountain Grey shade used in Mercedes W176 models. This allows for visual consistency with other body panels without the need to repaint the entire bumper.

Choosing the correct color is important not only for aesthetics but also for service purposes – it reduces the time needed to prepare the part for installation and minimizes the risk of shade differences between the bumper and the cover.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

As a part from the Bumper Inserts and Covers group, the cover is designed for precise fitment with the original Mercedes W176 bumper. Appropriately shaped clips and edge geometry allow for installation in place of the original part without the need for structural modifications.

The product is a used part, meaning it has been previously installed but retains the functionality required for continued use. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs where compliance with factory specifications and cost control are important.

Application in Repairs and Renovations

Replacing the rear bumper tow hook cover is a typical step in:

• repairs after minor parking collisions in the rear of the vehicle,
• visual bodywork renovation after mechanical damage,
• preparing the car for sale or expert appraisal,
• restoring stylistic coherence after the installation or removal of a towing hitch.

By maintaining the original geometry, the part allows for a quick restoration of the rear bumper's factory appearance without interfering with the load-bearing structure.

Complementary Mercedes Bumper Inserts and Covers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the bumper area on your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or caps, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumper Inserts and Covers category.

More About Using Used Body Parts

If you are considering a broader renovation of your Mercedes from model years similar to the W176 and want to better understand how to consciously choose used body and equipment components, it is worth reading the guide: Second Life for Youngtimers – How Used Car Parts Revitalize Cars from 1998–2012. You will find practical tips there on planning upgrades and assessing the condition of parts from dismantled vehicles.