Mercedes ML W164 Door Hinge Front Rear Left N/S Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes ML W164 Door Hinge Front Rear Left N/S Iridium Silver Metallic is an original component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for use on the left side of the vehicle body. The hinge in Iridium Silver Metallic color allows for maintaining consistent body aesthetics and proper door operation geometry for both the front and rear of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2517201337-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2517201337
• Substitutable numbers: A2517201337, A 251 720 13 37
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Left
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the door hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated to installation in the door area on the left side, with the possibility of use on both front and rear doors. It is responsible for the stable guidance of the door leaf, correct positioning relative to the body, and smooth opening and closing. Thanks to the factory mounting geometry, it ensures proper seal adhesion and reduces the risk of stress in the door skin.

Iridium Silver Metallic color – visual matching

The hinge is finished in the Iridium Silver Metallic – 775 shade, which allows for aesthetic matching to the factory body paint in this color. In the case of post-accident repairs or replacement of door components, this allows for maintaining a consistent stylistic line without the need for additional painting of the hinge itself, provided that the other elements are maintained in the same shade.

Placement on the vehicle and assembly aspects

The hinge is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, in the area of the front or rear doors. Such a solution allows for flexible use of the component depending on the body configuration and the scope of the repair. The hinge construction is prepared to work with factory mounting points in the body and door, which facilitates precise gap setting and adjustment of the door leaf position.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered item comes from the Mercedes brand and is part of the original hinge system used in models from the ML W164 family. The product is in used condition, which in practice means that it has already been in service on a vehicle, but retains the functionality necessary for further use after proper installation. For an optimal effect, it is recommended to check the operating clearances and properly tighten the mounting bolts in accordance with service procedures.

Integration with the body and door area

Replacing the hinge in the ML W164 model is important for both comfort and operational safety. A correctly selected and installed hinge:

• stabilizes the position of the door relative to the body pillars,
• limits excessive sagging of the door leaf when opening,
• supports even compression of the seals, which affects interior acoustics,
• reduces loads acting on the lock and other mounting elements.

Thanks to this, it is possible to restore proper door operation after a collision, intensive use, or previous incorrectly performed bodywork repairs.

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

Additional technical and operational information

Before installing the hinge, it is worth verifying the condition of the adjacent door and pillar elements to avoid transferring previous deformations to the newly installed component. It is also recommended to use appropriate anti-corrosion agents at contact points and to check the operation of the door opening limiters. In the case of broader service work on the body and drivetrain, guide materials may be helpful, such as the article Reliability under the star sign – how to take care of engine accessories in popular Mercedes-Benz C and E-Class models?, which discusses good practices for selecting and operating components in cars of this brand.

Summary

Mercedes ML W164 Door Hinge Front Rear Left N/S Iridium Silver Metallic is an original element from the Doors and door panels category, designed for use on the left side of the body in the front or rear doors. The Iridium Silver Metallic color promotes aesthetic matching to the body, and the hinge construction allows for restoring proper door operation and correct gap geometry after bodywork or maintenance repairs.