Mercedes W246 Top Door Hinge Rear Right O/S Cosmic Polar Silver Metallic - 761

Mercedes W246 Top Door Hinge Rear Right O/S Cosmic Polar Silver Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for the rear right side of the vehicle. The hinge ensures stable door movement, proper closing geometry, and reliable support for the door weight during daily operation. The Polar Silver Metallic - 761 color version allows for visual consistency with the factory body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2467301237-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2467301237
• Substitutable numbers: A2467301237, A 246 730 12 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Hinge purpose and function

The presented top hinge is dedicated to the rear right door on Mercedes W246 series models. It is responsible for precisely guiding the door along its opening and closing path, maintaining it in the correct position relative to the body, and reducing unwanted play in the mounting area. This ensures the proper operation of the lock and seals, as well as comfortable closing without excessive force.

The component operates in a critical area of the body, where it handles loads resulting from the door's weight, operational vibrations, and frequent opening. A properly selected, original hinge helps minimize the risk of door sagging, rubbing against the sill, or uneven gaps between body panels.

Color and body fitment

The hinge is finished in Polar Silver Metallic - 761, which facilitates integration with bodywork painted in the same color code. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of additional paint work to minor touch-ups, while maintaining a consistent factory aesthetic.

Its placement on the rear right side of the vehicle ensures the component is structurally matched to the door geometry and body mounting points. This solution promotes quick installation and the maintenance of factory fitment parameters.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a part from the Doors and door panels category, the top hinge works directly with the door structure, the body pillar, and the locking system. Selecting the correct part for the specific body version allows you to:

• maintain a stable door position relative to the sill and fender,
• reduce stress in the mounting area,
• limit noise and vibrations transmitted to the cabin,
• ensure proper seal operation and protection against water and contaminants.

This used, original component is a cost-effective solution for accident repairs, replacing worn-out hinges, or correcting door geometry when the existing part shows clear play or deformation.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes hinge

Using an original hinge in the Mercedes W246 model helps maintain factory door performance, which translates into daily comfort. Precise fitment to mounting points limits the need for modifications, and compatibility with the factory body color facilitates an aesthetically pleasing repair finish.

Choosing this solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where both correct body geometry and maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance after bodywork and painting are priorities.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional mounts, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

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