Mercedes W205 Fuel Filler Fill in Flap Cover Cap Selenite Grey - 992 A2057570106

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W205 Fuel Filler Fill in Flap Cover Cap Selenite Grey is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The paint in the Selenite Grey Metallic - 992 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body color, which facilitates a quick and technically correct replacement of a damaged flap without the need for additional painting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2057570106-SEL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2057570106
• Substitutable numbers: A2057570106, A 205 757 01 06
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Selenite Grey Metallic - 992
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The presented fuel filler flap is dedicated to the rear body section of the Mercedes C-Class W205 generation model. The component is responsible for protecting the fuel filler from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while maintaining the consistency of the body lines. Thanks to its factory shape and dimensions, it ensures proper fitment to the body panel and correct operation with the opening and closing mechanism.

Color and paint matching

The finish in Selenite Grey Metallic - 992 is characteristic of many Mercedes W205 configurations and allows for maintaining a uniform paint surface in the rear fender area. The metallic structure of the paint ensures consistency in light reflection with other body elements in the same shade, which is important both aesthetically and during potential body and paint repairs.

Installation characteristics

The flap is a component intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, at the location of the factory fuel filler. The design, based on the original Mercedes project, allows for correct alignment with the filler housing and the body line, which limits the need for additional modifications. Replacing this component is a typical service operation performed after parking damage, minor collisions, or during body paint repairs.

Condition of the component and practical application

The product comes from the secondary market, which makes it a cost-effective solution for maintenance repairs and body reconstruction after damage. This type of component is often chosen by body and paint workshops as well as individual users who expect original geometry and compatibility with factory mounts, while reducing repair costs.

Integration with the fuel system and technical knowledge

Although the fuel filler flap is a body component, its proper operation affects the protection of the filler area and fuel system components from external factors. For those interested in a broader context of how the entire fuel supply system works, selecting parts by OEM numbers, and the principles of operation and regeneration of components, we recommend the article: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, mounting elements, or complementary accessories, check the available parts in the category Mercedes fuel filler flaps and accessories.

When choosing a component from the secondary market, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with a reliable discussion on the topic of used body and mechanical components. The following blog material may be helpful: Used car parts: myths and facts you need to know, which clarifies the most common doubts related to the use of such components.