Mercedes W176 W246 Side Skirt Right O/S Door Sill Cover Jupiter Red - 589

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mercedes W176 W246 Right Sill Moulding Rocker Panel Jupiter Red - 589 is an original body part from the Sill Mouldings category, designed for installation on the right side of Mercedes vehicles. Finished in an attractive Jupiter Red - 589 color, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged sill moulding, preserving the car's factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2466980654-JUR
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2466980654
• Substitutable numbers: A2466980654, A 246 698 06 54
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Jupiter Red - 589
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The right sill moulding plays an important protective and aesthetic role in the lower part of the body. It protects the sill from mechanical damage resulting from daily use, while also tidying up the side line of the body, ensuring a cohesive look for the entire side of the vehicle. The version dedicated to W176 and W246 models has been designed to maintain proper door edge alignment and fit with factory mounting points.

Color and Visual Matching

The Jupiter Red - 589 finish allows for maintaining a uniform body color without the need for additional painting for cars in the same shade. This makes the part suitable for use in both accident repairs and replacement of worn-out mouldings, minimizing the scope of painting work.

Performance Parameters and Installation

The sill moulding is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, which facilitates the selection of the correct component when repairing a specific body area. The design of the part is prepared to work with the factory mounting points in W176 and W246 models, allowing for:

• maintaining the correct sill geometry and side line,
• reducing fitting work during installation,
• maintaining consistency with other side panel elements.

The specified weight facilitates logistics and installation planning, especially in professional body and paint shops.

Product Characteristics and Application

The offered sill moulding is a used part, allowing for economical vehicle repair while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the Mercedes body. It is suitable for workshops specializing in the brand as well as independent service centers that carry out body repairs using dismantled parts.

Due to its belonging to the Sill Mouldings category, the part can be treated as a replacement part in the process of restoring the full functionality of the sill area, including protection against dirt and minor mechanical damage resulting from daily vehicle use.

Selection and Compatibility within the Mercedes Brand

Proper selection of the sill moulding for a specific body version is crucial for maintaining sealing, correct fit, and the aesthetics of the vehicle's side. For W176 and W246 models, using a dedicated sill overlay avoids installation problems and minimizes the risk of stress on the bodywork.

If you are undertaking a comprehensive repair of the side body of a Mercedes and also need other elements of this type, such as additional covers or sill mouldings for this brand, check the available parts in the Mercedes Sill Mouldings category.

Support in Optimizing Repair Costs

Using used body parts is one method of reducing vehicle servicing costs while maintaining an appropriate level of quality. For German brands, a similar approach to parts selection can also be applied to other cars, as discussed in the article: Repairing a Volkswagen for pennies? Discover how to save on original car parts.