Seat Belt Mercedes C117 W242 W246 Rear Left N/S Upper Seatbelt Red A2468600000

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Seat Belt Mercedes C117 W242 W246 Rear Left N/S Upper Seatbelt Red is an original component from the Seat belts and parts category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The red color of the belt gives the interior a distinctive, dynamic character while ensuring clear visibility of the buckle for passengers. This is a solution for users who want to maintain the factory design of the safety system while emphasizing the individual style of the cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2468600000-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2468600000
• Substitutable numbers: A2468600000, A 246 860 00 00
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Red
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and function of the seat belt

The presented seat belt is designed to operate in the rear left part of the cabin, where it is responsible for securely holding the passenger during travel and in emergency situations. The belt's construction works with the factory mounting points in the body, which allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the webbing and the proper operation of the retractor mechanism. As a result, the safety system remains consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

The red finish of the webbing is not just a visual element – the contrasting color makes it easier to quickly locate the belt, assess its position, and check the fastening, which is especially important in daily use of the car by multiple passengers.

Color scheme and interior fit

The red seat belt blends well with dark upholstery, creating a sporty accent, but it also stands out clearly against light finishes, highlighting the individual character of the interior. In vehicles with a more dynamic styling configuration, such an element can be a coherent complement to other details, such as seat stitching or decorative inserts.

Using an original belt from the same model group allows for maintaining compliance with factory assembly and ergonomics standards, which is important both from the point of view of safety and comfort of use.

Installation characteristics

The belt intended for the rear left side of the vehicle is structurally prepared to work with factory mounting points, guides, and upholstery elements. Thanks to this, the installation can be carried out in an orderly manner, without the need to interfere with the body structure. Maintaining the correct direction of the webbing and the correct setting of the retractor is crucial for the system's operation in overload situations.

The item comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part, but still intended for further use in a vehicle where it is necessary to restore the original passenger restraint system on the rear seat.

Application in the safety system

The seat belt in the rear left part of the cabin works with other elements of the vehicle's passive safety system, such as tensioners, seat mounts, or the body structure. A properly selected and installed belt helps to limit the movement of the passenger's body during sudden braking or a collision, which translates into a reduction of the loads acting on the body.

Choosing an original component from the Seat belts and parts category is particularly important in vehicles where the priority is to maintain factory protection parameters, without compromising on quality and fitment.

Configuration expansion and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat passenger safety zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional belts, buckles, or mounts, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seat belts and parts category.

When planning broader vehicle modifications, including all-wheel drive systems and selecting appropriate parts from dismantling, a material comparing solutions from different manufacturers may be helpful – you can find more on this topic in the article xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW.

If you are interested in the broader context of using used parts in modern cars, including advanced electronic systems, it is worth reading the guide on servicing iDrive modules and controllers in premium segment vehicles – details can be found in the publication Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models using parts from dismantling?.