Mercedes W176 Rear Centre Console Housing Lighter Panel Air Vent A1766801050

Mercedes W176 Rear Centre Console Housing Lighter Panel Air Vent is an original interior component designed for the rear cabin area, allowing for an aesthetic and functional finish of the centre console. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures proper airflow guidance to rear passengers and a consistent look with the rest of the cockpit elements. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore full ventilation functionality in their Mercedes W176 class.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1766801050-4
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1766801050
• Substitutable numbers: A1766801050, A 176 680 10 50
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Centre Console Base
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function in the interior system

The described centre console housing with rear air vent is a component responsible for distributing air from the air conditioning or heating system to the rear of the cabin. It is mounted in the centre tunnel area, in the zone accessible to rear-seat passengers. Thanks to precisely designed ducts and louvers, it allows for airflow direction and improves thermal comfort in the vehicle.

This element also serves as a structural cover – it masks internal air ducts and mounts, ensuring a consistent, orderly interior appearance. Proper fitment with other centre console components reduces the occurrence of unwanted play and vibrations while driving.

Construction and fitment for Mercedes W176

The housing has been designed specifically for the interior architecture of the W176 model, which translates into precise fitment to factory mounting points. The shape, parting lines, and geometry of the mounts are consistent with the manufacturer's original design, meaning installation is predictable and requires no structural modifications.

The integrated air vent in the rear part of the console allows rear-seat passengers to adjust the direction of airflow. The design is intended to work with the standard air duct system used in this model, allowing for the maintenance of factory air conditioning and heating performance parameters.

Condition, origin, and benefits of use

The presented item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used original part. In practice, this means maintaining factory geometry, compatibility with the interior, and compliance with the structural solutions applied by the vehicle manufacturer. For the user, this translates into easier installation and predictable behavior of the component in daily use.

Using the original centre console housing with rear air vent allows you to:

• restore full ventilation functionality for rear-seat passengers,
• maintain a consistent, factory look of the vehicle interior,
• minimize the risk of fitment and installation issues compared to aftermarket replacements.

Practical installation and maintenance tips

When replacing the centre console housing with rear air vent, it is worth paying attention to the correct seating of the element in the guides and pressing it fully against adjacent centre tunnel components. Proper installation reduces the occurrence of rattles and squeaks while driving and ensures the tightness of connections within the air ducts.

Due to the nature of the element, it is recommended to periodically clean the air vent louvers and the housing surface, which improves interior aesthetics and helps maintain proper cabin hygiene. For heavily used vehicles, replacing a worn or damaged housing is a simple way to refresh the rear part of the console without interfering with deeper interior structures.

Interior system expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as trim panels, frames, or additional control modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes console parts category.

For older vehicle models, where the availability of new elements at authorized service centers may be limited, components from dismantling can be particularly useful. To better plan your repair and make informed use of the secondary market, it is worth reading our guide: No parts at the dealership? How to handle repairs of older models using parts from dismantling.