Engine Hood Hinge Mercedes W176 Left Bonnet Comet Grey Metallic 748 A1768800328

Engine Hood Hinge Mercedes W176 Left Bonnet Comet Grey Metallic is an original body component designed for precise guidance and support of the engine hood. Thanks to its factory-fit design for the A-Class W176, it ensures stable hood operation and correct opening and closing geometry. This used part in the original metallic paint allows for an economical yet technically sound repair of the vehicle's front section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1768800328-KMG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1768800328
• Substitutable numbers: A1768800328, A 176 880 03 28, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and technical function

The presented hinge is dedicated for installation on the left side of the engine compartment in the A-Class W176 generation model. It is responsible for guiding the hood along a set path, bearing loads while driving, and securely holding the hood in the closed position as well as during opening. The component's design is engineered to work with factory mounting points on the body and the hood, which reduces the risk of stress, squeaking, or improper edge alignment.

Color and visual fit

The hood hinge is finished in Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic – 748, which is particularly important for repairs where maintaining visual consistency of the engine bay and cowl area is desired. The original metallic paint facilitates integration with other body elements in the same shade, and in the case of post-accident repairs, it helps limit the scope of additional painting for auxiliary components.

Benefits of using an original hood hinge

Using an original hood hinge in the A-Class W176 translates into a number of practical operational benefits:

• maintaining factory clearances and gaps between the hood, fenders, and bumper,
• proper hood guidance without jamming or excessive resistance,
• reducing the risk of hood deformation during repeated opening,
• better cooperation with the hood lock and safety mechanism.

For the user, this means more predictable hood handling, lower stress on other opening system components, and easier maintenance of proper body alignment after repair.

Application in body repairs

This type of hinge is particularly useful for repairs following frontal or side collisions where the hood has shifted or its mounts have been deformed. Replacing the left hinge with an original part allows for restoring the correct opening and closing geometry and facilitates the work of the body technician and painter when aligning the hood edges relative to adjacent panels. The Hoods category includes components directly related to the engine cover, which is why selecting the appropriate hinge is crucial for the final repair result.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front engine hood area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, brackets, or fasteners, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.

Practical information and part selection

As a used part, the hood hinge comes from vehicle dismantling and represents a cost-effective solution while maintaining factory specifications. Before purchasing, it is worth verifying compatibility with the specific A-Class W176 body version and the installation side on the vehicle. Selecting the correct hinge has a direct impact on the comfort of hood operation, safety while driving, and the durability of the entire opening system.

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