Bracket Mercedes W164 W251 CD Changer In Glove Box Compartment Mount A2516800431

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Bracket Mercedes W164 W251 CD Changer In Glove Box Compartment Mount is an original mounting component designed for the factory installation of a CD changer in the passenger glove compartment. Thanks to its precise fit for the interior of Mercedes W164 and W251 series models, it ensures a stable seating of the device while maintaining the aesthetics and functionality of the glove box. This is a practical solution for drivers who want to maintain the original audio system configuration and an organized cabin space.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A2516800431
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2516800431
• Substitutable numbers: A2516800431, A 251 680 04 31
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function of the bracket

The presented bracket is a component from the Glove boxes, doors, and locks category, designed specifically for mounting a CD changer in the front glove compartment. The design of the bracket allows for a secure, fixed positioning of the device, which reduces vibrations and unwanted noise while driving. At the same time, convenient access to the CD changer is maintained without interfering with other interior equipment elements.

This type of solution is particularly important in vehicles where the audio system is based on a factory CD changer, and the user expects to maintain the original mounting layout without modifying the upholstery or the glove box.

Construction and fit for Mercedes W164/W251

The bracket has been developed with a focus on close cooperation with the glove box structure in Mercedes SUV and van models of the W164 and W251 series. Properly shaped mounting points allow for installation in factory-designated locations, which facilitates service work and reduces the time required for installation. Precise fitment with interior elements allows for maintaining the dashboard line and full functionality of the glove box.

The original origin of the bracket means that the geometry, hole spacing, and the way the CD changer is guided are consistent with the solutions used by the vehicle manufacturer. As a result, there is no need for additional adapters or structural modifications.

Benefits of using the original bracket

Using a dedicated CD changer bracket in the glove box provides a number of practical benefits:

• stable mounting of the CD changer, reducing vibrations and device movement,
• preservation of the factory interior look and audio system ergonomics,
• easier disassembly and reassembly during service work,
• no need for interference with the upholstery or the structure of the glove box.

For users who value interior consistency and the proper operation of the factory multimedia system, the original CD changer bracket is a solution that ensures predictable installation and compatibility with the vehicle's construction.

Component condition and service application

The offered bracket is a used component, which makes it an attractive option for repairs and supplementing missing components in cars that have been in operation for several years. This type of part will work well both when replacing a damaged bracket and when completing a CD changer installation in vehicles where the factory mount has been removed or lost. Using an original component facilitates workshop work and allows for compliance with the manufacturer's service documentation.

Expanding the Mercedes interior configuration

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the glove box and lock area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as guides, mounts, or additional locking elements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes glove boxes, doors, and locks category.

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