Mercedes ML W163 Trunk Handle Cover Trim License Plate Lamp Chrome A1637400893

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes ML W163 Trunk Handle Cover Trim License Plate Lamp Chrome is an original body component designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to its elegant chrome finish, it enhances the appearance of the tailgate while providing a functional mount for the license plate light. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the consistent, factory look of the first-generation Mercedes ML SUV.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1637400893-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1637400893
• Substitutable numbers: A1637400893, A 163 740 08 93
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Application and function in the vehicle

The trim is mounted in the rear part of the body, in the tailgate area, where it integrates the handle cover and the housing for the license plate light. This design allows for the aesthetic concealment of mounting elements while ensuring convenient access to the trunk handle.

Thanks to its precise fit for the ML W163 model, the component maintains proper geometry and alignment with the tailgate, which reduces the risk of leaks and unwanted vibrations while driving. This is particularly important in daily vehicle use, where the tailgate is subject to frequent operation.

Finish and chrome aesthetics

The chrome surface gives the rear of the vehicle a more prestigious character, blending well with other factory decorative elements of the Mercedes ML W163. The chrome trim visually widens the tailgate line, which improves the proportions of the rear of the vehicle and emphasizes its massive silhouette.

This finish is especially valued by users who pay attention to the stylistic consistency of the bodywork and want to restore the car to a look close to its factory state after bodywork repairs or the replacement of damaged parts.

Benefits of using the original trim

Using the original trunk handle cover trim with a license plate light housing offers several practical benefits:

• secure fit to the tailgate characteristic of the ML W163 model,
• preservation of the factory body line and stylistic consistency of the vehicle's rear,
• adaptation for mounting the license plate light in the designated location,
• reduction of the need for mounting modifications or additional fitting of the component.

This solution is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacing corroded or damaged tailgate components, and for body restoration in older Mercedes ML W163 units.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered trim comes from the secondary market, which means it is a used part. Such components are frequently chosen for repairs of vehicles that are several or more years old, where a reasonable balance between cost and maintaining original specifications is important. A used component allows for maintaining the factory standard of workmanship without the need to resort to aftermarket parts with uncertain fitment.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of the surface condition, mounting points, and license plate light sockets, and if necessary, prepare the part for repainting or polishing if individual aesthetic expectations require it.

Related Mercedes tailgate components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional decorative trims, handle covers, or other components mounted on the tailgate, check the available parts in the Mercedes tailgates and rear parts category.