Mercedes-Benz CL S Class C215 W220 Central Lock Door Vacuum Pump A2208001248

The Mercedes-Benz CL and S-Class (C215, W220) Central Locking Vacuum Pump is an original comfort system component responsible for generating vacuum to operate the door locks. This genuine Mercedes part ensures proper central locking functionality, stable system pressure, and seamless integration with the vehicle's factory electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2208001248
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2208001248
• Substitutable numbers: A2208001248, A 220 800 12 48, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Vacuum Pumps

Application and Function in the Vehicle

The presented vacuum pump is designed for the central locking system in the Mercedes-Benz CL C215 and S W220 models. It is responsible for generating and distributing vacuum within the system, enabling efficient locking and unlocking of doors and interaction with other comfort system components.

Its placement in the front section of the vehicle facilitates integration with the wiring harness and vacuum lines, as well as providing service access during diagnostics or replacement. Thanks to its design conforming to factory Mercedes standards, the pump works with original control units and wiring without requiring modifications.

Construction, Compatibility, and Integration

As a component from the Vacuum Pumps group, this product is engineered to operate in the demanding environment of a vehicle's engine bay, accounting for vibrations, temperature changes, and continuous cycling. The implemented vacuum system architecture allows for:

• stable maintenance of vacuum in the central locking lines,
• proper cooperation with valves and actuators in the doors,
• preservation of factory response times for vehicle locking and unlocking.

Original manufacturer markings and its specific application to CL and S-Class models simplify part selection based on catalog data or factory part numbers, and reduce the risk of incompatibility with the vehicle's system.

Condition, Service Purpose, and Benefits of Installation

The pump is offered as a used part, providing a cost-effective solution for operational repairs and budget-conscious restorations of premium vehicles. Replacing a faulty vacuum pump with a functional unit of this type allows for:

• restoring full central locking functionality,
• reducing errors related to leaks or lack of vacuum,
• maintaining the comfort system's consistency with the original Mercedes-Benz electrical architecture.

For workshops and private users, this means the possibility of an efficient repair without the need for a costly new unit purchase, while maintaining factory fitment for the specific CL and S-Class generation.

Part Selection by OEM and Technical Support

Due to the specific nature of Mercedes-Benz comfort systems, it is always advisable to base the selection of the correct vacuum pump on manufacturer catalog data, factory markings, and the vehicle's equipment configuration. Proper identification by original and aftermarket part numbers minimizes the risk of installing an incorrect variant and ensures correct operation with the electrical system and control units.

If you wish to deepen your knowledge on the diagnostics and selection of power and control components in vehicles, you will find useful information in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Reconditioning, which discusses, among other things, the principles of identifying parts by OEM numbers and good operational practices.

System Expansion and Other Mercedes Vacuum Pumps

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the comfort system and central locking area in your Mercedes and require other components from the same group, such as additional pumps, control modules, or vacuum system parts, check the available parts in the Mercedes Vacuum Pumps category.