Mercedes C-Class W203 Centere Console Ashtray Insert Rubber Mat A2036805350

The Mercedes W203 Center Console Ashtray Rubber Insert is an original interior part from the dashboard category, designed for installation in the center console. This black rubber insert helps maintain tidiness in the ashtray, enhances interior aesthetics, and reduces the sliding of small items while driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2036805350
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2036805350
• Substitutable numbers: A2036805350, A 203 680 53 50
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and Function of the Rubber Insert

The ashtray rubber insert is specifically designed for Mercedes W203 models, serving as a perfectly fitted center console component. Its purpose is to stably fill the ashtray space, protect the original plastic from dirt, and facilitate regular interior cleaning.

The rubber structure limits the movement of ashtray contents, reduces noise from small items, and helps maintain a cohesive dashboard appearance. This results in a more organized vehicle interior and better protection for center console components against heavy use.

Material, Color, and Interior Fit

The component is made from a rubber-like material, selected for its resistance to typical cabin stresses – frequent mechanical contact, temperature changes, and dirt. The black color of the insert is consistent with the typical color schemes of Mercedes W203 interiors, thus preserving a uniform, factory-like character.

Precise fitting to the shape of the center console ashtray allows for installation without any additional modifications. The insert harmonizes with the dashboard lines, does not cause stress on adjacent components, and does not negatively affect the operation of the ashtray's moving parts.

Usage Characteristics and Installation

As a component from the dashboard category, the rubber insert operates in close proximity to other center console components. Its design facilitates quick removal for cleaning, making it easier to maintain the interior's visual condition.

• Rubber surface that limits the sliding of ashtray contents.
• Easy removal of the insert for washing or vacuuming.
• Protection of the ashtray's original finish from scratches and dirt.
• Color consistency with the typical black interior styling of the Mercedes W203.

Installation involves placing the insert into the designated ashtray slot, without the need for additional fasteners. This solution is beneficial both when replacing a worn-out part and when completing missing interior details.

Original Origin and Condition

The center console ashtray rubber insert comes from the Mercedes brand offering and is an original part, designed as a factory equipment component. The product is used, meaning it may show signs of normal wear and tear, but it retains the functionality necessary for continued use in the vehicle.

For those completing their interior or restoring the factory appearance of a Mercedes W203 dashboard, using an original rubber insert helps maintain compliance with the vehicle's original specifications and avoids fitting issues typical of universal aftermarket replacements.

Related Items and Technical Knowledge

If you are looking for other items from the dashboard category dedicated to this brand, check out our offer on Mercedes dashboards, where you will find a wide selection of interior components tailored to various models.

For those who wish to better understand the specifics of selecting original, used interior parts and other components, we recommend the guide article Best Used Car Parts – A Guide to the Most Popular Original Parts, where we discuss practical aspects of choosing and verifying such products.