Mercedes CLA C117 Bonnet Hood Hinge Front Left N/S Cosmic Black Metallic - 191

Mercedes CLA C117 Bonnet Hood Hinge Front Left N/S Cosmic Black Metallic is an original body component designed for the front section of the vehicle, responsible for precise guidance and stable support of the hood. The hinge in Cosmic Black Metallic allows for visual consistency with the factory paint, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and aesthetic corrections. It is a practical solution for users who expect a solid construction and proper operation of the hood opening mechanism in their Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1178800128-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1178800128
• Substitutable numbers: A1178800128, A 117 880 01 28
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The presented hinge operates in the front left part of the body, ensuring the correct geometry for opening and closing the hood. It is responsible for:

• stable guidance of the hood during lifting and lowering,
• maintaining proper alignment with the fenders and bumper,
• reducing stress on the hood edges during daily use.

Thanks to its specifically designed construction, the hinge works with the factory mounting system, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper gaps between body panels.

Cosmic Black Metallic color – visual matching

The hinge is finished in the Cosmic Black Metallic shade, which allows for a better match with the vehicle's factory paint in this color. In practice, this means reducing the need for additional painting of the component in areas visible after opening the hood and a more cohesive look for the engine bay. This is a beneficial solution both for body and paint repairs and for replacing a single component after localized damage.

Characteristics of the used component

As a part from the secondary market, the hinge comes from disassembly, which allows for maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications and fitment to the Mercedes body structure. Such components are frequently chosen for repairs where maintaining factory geometry and compatibility with existing mounting points is essential. A used hood hinge is also a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality.

Installation and application in a Mercedes

The hinge is designed for installation in the front left part of the vehicle, at the factory hood mounting location. The construction provided by the manufacturer allows for:

• direct replacement of a damaged component without structural modifications,
• maintaining the correct axis of rotation for the hood,
• proper cooperation with other mounting elements within the engine bay.

Thanks to this, the hinge will work well both for post-accident repairs and for replacing a worn-out operational component that affects the comfort and safety of hood operation.

Complementary components for the Mercedes hood area

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

How to effectively source used body components

When selecting used body components, such as hinges, it is worth using one-stop-shop solutions that allow you to complete a larger number of components in one place. This allows for better matching of parts in terms of equipment version, color, and scope of repair, while simultaneously reducing the risk of using random replacements of uncertain origin. More practical tips on sourcing original used components can be found in the article Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to source used car parts in one place?.