Trunk Tailgate Hinge Mercedes W204 Rear Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic 197

Trunk Tailgate Hinge Mercedes W204 Rear Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic 197 in Obsidian Black Metallic is an original body component designed for the right side of the tailgate. It ensures precise tailgate operation, stable support, and color consistency with the bodywork in the shade designated as 197.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2047500228-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2047500228
• Substitutable numbers: A2047500228, A 204 750 02 28, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is dedicated to the rear, right side of the trunk tailgate in Mercedes W204 class models. It is responsible for the smooth opening and closing of the tailgate, maintaining it in the correct position, and properly transferring loads to the body structure.

Thanks to the factory mounting geometry and the correct profile of the hinge arm, the component works with the tailgate and body structure without the need for modifications, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper fitment.

Color and paint matching

The hinge is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic – 197, which allows for visual consistency with the bodywork in the same shade. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs or when replacing individual components, where you want to minimize the scope of painting.

Matching the factory color reduces the risk of shade differences between the tailgate and adjacent components and helps shorten the vehicle preparation time after bodywork repairs.

Benefits of using an original hinge

Using an original tailgate hinge in a Mercedes W204 ensures:

• preservation of the factory tailgate opening and closing geometry,
• proper distribution of forces within the right side of the rear bodywork,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• consistent appearance with the Obsidian Black Metallic bodywork.

This solution is particularly beneficial for professional body and paint repairs, where both correct mechanical operation and finishing aesthetics are important.

Condition and service application

The component is a used part intended for reinstallation in a vehicle where the right tailgate hinge needs to be replaced. It is suitable for both post-collision repairs and for replacing worn or damaged trunk opening mechanism components.

Thanks to the original design, the hinge helps reduce tailgate adjustment time and makes it easier to achieve even gaps and proper closing.

Expanding rear bodywork repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as tailgates, reinforcements, or additional mounts, check out the available parts in the Mercedes tailgates and rear components category.

If you are preparing a larger scope of service work for your car and want to better plan your budget and the scope of repairs, a practical guide regarding transmissions may be helpful – you can find it in the article Transmission: manual, automatic, or DSG – common faults and a guide to buying a used transmission.