Mercedes W204 Hood Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Indigolite Blue 230 A2048800228

Mercedes W204 Hood Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Indigolite Blue 230 is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for the right side of the engine bay. The hinge in the factory Indigolite Blue Metallic color ensures proper hood operation and visual consistency with the other body panels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048800228-INB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048800228
• Substitutable numbers: A2048800228, A 204 880 02 28
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Indigolite Blue Metallic - 230
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The presented hood hinge is dedicated to W204 series models and is responsible for stable guidance as well as safe lifting and lowering of the engine cover on the right side of the vehicle. A correctly selected component of this type minimizes stress within the hood, reduces the risk of misalignment, and supports the uniform operation of the entire opening mechanism.

As an original Mercedes part, the hinge maintains the correct mounting geometry and movement kinematics, which translates into precise fitment with factory mounting points and predictable hood behavior during daily use.

Indigolite Blue Metallic color – visual matching

The component is finished in Indigolite Blue Metallic – 230, making it an advantageous solution for post-accident repairs or partial body restoration in this specific shade. Retaining the original paint coating reduces the need for additional painting, which shortens repair time and facilitates maintaining a consistent aesthetic of the engine bay and hood edges.

The metallic color provides an aesthetic transition between the hinge and adjacent structural elements, which is particularly important for repairs performed with attention to visual details and the restoration of the vehicle's factory appearance.

Vehicle placement and mounting aspects

The hinge is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, which is crucial for the correct selection of parts within the W204 series. The design has been engineered to work with the factory hood and stock mounting points on the body, which facilitates installation and limits the need for additional modifications.

During replacement, it is recommended to maintain the correct bolt tightening sequence and check operating clearances to ensure smooth opening and closing of the hood, even fitment against the fenders, and proper operation of the locking mechanism.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered hinge comes from the segment of used body components, which allows for combining reasonable repair costs with the preservation of the manufacturer's original design. This type of solution is particularly attractive for maintenance repairs when functionality, compatibility, and compliance with factory specifications are the priority.

Choosing an original, used hood hinge for a Mercedes W204 allows you to maintain proper engine cover guidance while reducing expenses compared to purchasing a new element from an authorized network.

Expanding repairs within the hood area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, mounts, or additional brackets, check the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.

For those who treat the replacement of body elements as a stage of broader vehicle modifications, practical tips on the optimal selection of used components may also be useful – you will find them in the article Tuning with used parts – how to gain performance without spending a fortune, which describes the safe and effective use of components from the secondary market.