Mercedes W212 Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Pedestrian Protection Obsidian Black - 197

Mercedes W212 Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Pedestrian Protection Obsidian Black in Obsidian Black Metallic is an original body component designed for precise installation on the right side of the vehicle. This part is sourced from a dismantled vehicle, making it a cost-effective solution for accident repairs or replacing a damaged bonnet lifting mechanism with pedestrian protection functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2129067801-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2129067801
• Substitutable numbers: A2129067801, A 212 906 78 01
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is dedicated to the Mercedes W212 series models and operates on the right side of the vehicle, working in conjunction with the bonnet and the factory pedestrian protection system. It is responsible for the stable guidance of the bonnet during opening and closing, while being integrated with a passive safety solution designed to provide controlled deformation and appropriate structural response in the event of a collision with a pedestrian.

By maintaining factory geometry and mounting points, the hinge ensures proper alignment of the bonnet with the fenders, radiator grille, and headlights, which is crucial for both aesthetics and the correct operation of the lock and seals.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic, a popular metallic black shade widely used across the Mercedes range. In many cases, this allows for reducing or completely avoiding additional paint work, especially when the vehicle being repaired shares the same paint code. Preserving the original coating from the factory painting process promotes visual consistency and facilitates matching with other body panels.

Benefits of using an original used hinge

Choosing an original bonnet hinge from a dismantled vehicle is a solution that combines cost control with the preservation of factory performance parameters. The part comes from a Mercedes vehicle, ensuring that:

• compliance with the factory pedestrian protection system design is maintained,
• original mounting points and bonnet operating geometry are preserved,
• the risk of issues with gap adjustment and closing is minimized.

This approach is particularly beneficial for accident repairs, where it is important to restore the original deformation characteristics of body components and ensure proper interaction with other front-end parts.

Installation area and technical aspects

The hinge operates in the front body area, on the right side of the vehicle, in the immediate vicinity of the fender, cowl, and bonnet lock. Proper installation requires maintaining the axis of rotation and correctly tightening the mounting bolts to the body structure and the bonnet skin. After installation, it is recommended to:

• check for smooth lifting and lowering of the bonnet,
• verify the gaps between the bonnet and the fenders and bumper,
• inspect the lock operation and adjust the position if necessary.

Such actions allow for restoring the correct functionality of the front area and ensuring comfort during daily vehicle use.

Complementary Mercedes body components

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

Why choose original used Mercedes parts

When repairing premium class vehicles, many users look for solutions that allow maintaining a high technical standard at reasonable costs. Used, original body and equipment components are often an optimal compromise between price and quality. More practical information on selecting and the benefits of such components can be found in the article: Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling.