Mercedes W176 Third Brake Light Rear Stop Lamp Additional A1769061700

Mercedes W176 Third Brake Light Rear Stop Lamp Additional is an original rear lighting component designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle body. The red lens ensures a clear braking signal, and the design, compliant with manufacturer standards, guarantees proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system. It is a practical solution for users looking to restore full functionality to their lighting system while maintaining a consistent look for the rear of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1769061700
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1769061700
• Substitutable numbers: A1769061700, A 176 906 17 00
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Red
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and function of the brake light

The presented Mercedes W176 Third Brake Light Rear Stop Lamp Additional belongs to the group of components responsible for signaling braking. It is mounted in the rear part of the vehicle, where it is responsible for clearly informing drivers behind you about speed reduction. The red color of the lens complies with regulatory requirements and ensures good visibility in various road conditions.

This element is particularly important from the perspective of active safety – a properly functioning brake light reduces the risk of rear-end collisions while allowing you to maintain an aesthetic, factory-original appearance of the rear bodywork.

Construction and performance parameters

The brake light has been designed specifically for the W176 body, ensuring it maintains the correct shape, mounting points, and fitment to the body lines. The red lens has been selected to provide:

• a clear, uniform light beam during braking,
• proper light diffusion in the rear area of the vehicle,
• visual consistency with the other rear lamps.

Its original Mercedes origin means compliance with factory quality standards, both in terms of sealing and resistance to typical operational stresses in the rear zone.

Condition of the component and service application

The offered brake light is a used part, making it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged lens, or restoring the lighting system after a failure. This type of component allows for reduced service costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

The brake light will work well both as a replacement for a damaged lamp and in situations where it is necessary to equip the rear of the vehicle with a complete lighting set consistent with the factory design.

Benefits of using an original brake light

Using an original brake light in a Mercedes W176 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Full compatibility with the body – matched mounting points and housing geometry.
• Stable operation within the vehicle's electrical system – compliance with factory parameters.
• Consistent look of the rear of the car – no differences in the shade of red compared to other lamps (within typical tolerances for used parts).
• Possibility of economical lighting system repair while maintaining the vehicle's original character.

Expanding the lighting system in a Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional brake lamps, center lights, or signaling modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes main and center brake lights category.

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