Mercedes S204 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Hook Cover A2048850326 Indigolite Blue 230

The Mercedes S204 Estate Rear Bumper Tow Hook Cover in Carneol Red Metallic is an original body part from the Bumper Inserts and Covers group, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. Precise fit to the bumper lines and factory paint shade ensure a cohesive body appearance and an aesthetic finish for the towing area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048850326-INB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048850326
• Substitutable numbers: A2048850326, A 204 885 03 26
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Bumper Insert
• Color: Indigolite Blue Metallic - 230
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and Function of the Part

The presented cover is dedicated to the rear of the S204 Estate body and serves as an aesthetic and protective closure for the tow hook opening. Mounted in the rear bumper, it helps maintain a uniform paint surface, limits dirt accumulation in the tow hook socket, and improves the visual coherence of the entire bumper area.

Thanks to its factory design characteristic of the Mercedes brand, the part retains the correct contour lines and shape tailored to the specific model, which facilitates installation and helps avoid problems typical of aftermarket alternatives.

Color Scheme and Visual Matching

The cover is finished in the Carneol Red Metallic shade, consistent with the manufacturer's paint code. The metallic structure of the paint coating ensures consistency with the factory body finish, which is particularly important for accident repairs or spot bumper restoration.

Choosing a part in the correct color reduces the need for additional painting, speeds up the repair process, and maintains a uniform appearance of the rear of the vehicle, without visible shade differences between the bumper and the tow hook cover.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The cover belongs to the Bumper Inserts and Covers group, meaning it is designed as an integral part of the rear bumper structure. Its placement in the rear zone of the vehicle ensures compatibility with the factory tow hook socket and standard mounting points.

As a used part, it comes from an original Mercedes vehicle, which helps maintain correct geometry, proper fit with the bumper surface, and correct operation of the mounting mechanism. When installed correctly, the cover sits securely in the socket, does not protrude from the bumper surface, and does not require additional modifications.

Application in Body Repairs and Restoration

The Carneol Red Metallic tow hook cover is suitable for both local rear bumper repairs and comprehensive restoration of the rear body area. It is particularly useful when the existing part has been mechanically damaged, lost, or shows signs of intensive use.

Choosing an original cover from the same model series helps maintain stylistic consistency and also simplifies the work for body and paint shops, allowing them to focus on proper installation rather than shape and mounting adjustments.

Expanding Repair Scope – Related Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper area on your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional covers, inserts, or grilles, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumper Inserts and Covers category.

For drivers interested in further vehicle personalization, including improving driver's seat ergonomics by installing a more advanced steering wheel, the guide article Personalization and Ergonomics – When is it Worth Upgrading to a Premium Steering Wheel?, which discusses the practical aspects of switching to sporty or performance-oriented models, may be helpful.