Mercedes W212 Estate Trunk Hinge Boot Lid Tailgate Right O/S Calcite White - 650

Mercedes W212 Estate Trunk Hinge Boot Lid Tailgate Right O/S Calcite White is an original body component designed for the rear tailgate. It ensures the proper operation of the tailgate, providing stable guidance and controlled opening and closing movement. Thanks to the factory finish in the Calcite White - 650 shade, the part fits well with the body lines and facilitates color matching during post-accident repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2127400237-CW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2127400237
• Substitutable numbers: A2127400237, A 212 740 02 37
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Calcite White - 650
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is dedicated to the tailgate of the W212 estate body style and is mounted on the right side of the vehicle. It is responsible for the precise guidance of the tailgate, transferring loads during opening, and maintaining the correct geometry of the rear body section. As a component from the Tailgates and rear parts group, it works in conjunction with actuators, the lock, and other tailgate equipment, influencing the comfort of daily use.

Construction, color, and fitment

The hinge has been designed in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's standards, which translates into correct mounting points and the maintenance of factory assembly clearances. The placement on the right side of the body allows for direct replacement of a damaged component without the need for modifying the tailgate structure.

A significant advantage is the paint finish in Calcite White - 650, frequently found in models of this generation. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of paint work exclusively to connection points or corrections, which shortens repair time and can reduce its cost.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a part sourced from dismantling, the hinge retains its original geometry and is ready for re-installation in the vehicle. The design provided by the manufacturer allows for:

• stable guidance of the tailgate throughout its full range of motion,
• proper cooperation with gas struts and the lock,
• maintaining factory-level gaps and body lines after proper adjustment.

Replacing the component requires standard workshop procedures related to removing the tailgate, disconnecting equipment, and re-adjusting the position. Using an original hinge makes it easier to achieve proper fitment without additional modifications.

Benefits of using an original hinge

Choosing an original right tailgate hinge for the Mercedes W212 estate allows you to maintain the structural integrity of the rear body section. You receive a component designed specifically for this model, which translates into predictable tailgate behavior, appropriate connection rigidity, and compatibility with factory mounting points. For vehicles used daily, this is significant both in terms of convenience and repair durability.

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 hinges, tailgates, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes tailgates and rear parts category.

For users interested in the operation of all-wheel-drive models and the impact of body component weight on the suspension system, an article discussing various AWD solutions may be useful – more information can be found in the material xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems.