Mercedes W176 Headlight Washer Cover Cap Right O/S A1768850223 Polar Silver 761

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W176 Headlight Washer Cover Cap Right O/S is a precisely fitted body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for the right side of the front headlight. The paint in the Polar Silver Metallic - 761 shade allows for an aesthetic integration of the cover into the body line, without the need to guess the correct color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1768850223-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1768850223
• Substitutable numbers: A1768850223, A 176 885 02 23
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the headlight washer cover

The described cover is an external component of the headlight washer system, mounted on the right side of the front bumper in the Mercedes W176 model. Its task is to aesthetically close the opening of the washer mechanism and protect the moving components from dirt and the influence of external factors.

Thanks to its dedicated shape and proper profile, the cover works with the washer extension mechanism without restricting its travel, ensuring the proper operation of the entire headlight cleaning system.

Color and body fitment

The finish in Polar Silver Metallic - 761 allows for a visually consistent match with the factory body paint in this shade. This is particularly important for local repairs, where maintaining a uniform bumper surface without visible color differences is essential.

The cover is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, which eliminates the risk of error when selecting parts and facilitates the quick restoration of the front bumper's completeness.

Installation characteristics

The element has been designed as a body part that works with the factory headlight washer mechanism. Properly shaped clips and surface geometry allow for the correct seating of the cover in the bumper, without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

Such a solution promotes the maintenance of proper installation gaps and the stability of the element during operation, including frequent activation of the headlight washers in difficult road conditions.

Condition and service application

The product is offered as a used part, which is a beneficial solution for accident repairs or minor body corrections when functionality and compliance with the original design are the priority. Replacing the cover alone allows for limiting the scope of work to the necessary minimum, without interfering with the remaining elements of the washer system.

This approach is particularly useful in situations where only the external part of the mechanism has been damaged, while the remaining components remain functional.

Complementary Mercedes body components

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

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