Mercedes W176 Door Hinge Rear Left N/S Bottom Lower South Sea Blue - 162

Mercedes W176 Rear Left Door Hinge Blue is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for the rear left side of the body. This used, factory hinge ensures the correct door mounting geometry, stable panel guidance, and color consistency with the body paint in the South Seas Blue Metallic shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1767300337-SSB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1767300337
• Substitutable numbers: A1767300337, A 176 730 03 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: South Seas Blue Metallic - 162
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Hinge Application and Function

The lower rear left door hinge in the Mercedes W176 is responsible for transferring door loads, maintaining its correct position relative to the body, and enabling smooth opening and closing. A correctly selected part minimizes the risk of panel sag, uneven gaps, and excessive strain on the lock.

The presented hinge is a factory component intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle on the driver's side, preserving the original door operation characteristics and compatibility with the pillar and panel structure.

Paint Color and Matching

The part is finished in the color South Seas Blue Metallic - 162, which is important both aesthetically and practically. For visible hinge parts when the door is open, matching the shade with the body paint helps avoid color discrepancies and the need for additional painting during standard bodywork and paint repairs.

For users who value a consistent appearance of the sill area and door edges, using a hinge in the same color facilitates maintaining a uniform body line without the need to interfere with the factory paint coating.

Benefits of Using an Original Hinge

Using an original lower door hinge in the Mercedes W176 offers a range of technical benefits, crucial for both collision repairs and addressing wear and tear:

• maintaining the factory door suspension geometry and proper seal contact,
• reducing stress in the mounting area, contributing to the durability of the panel and pillar,
• smoother operation of the door panel throughout its full opening range,
• easier door position adjustment compared to aftermarket parts with different manufacturing tolerances.

A used, original part from this series allows for economical repair while maintaining near-factory parameters, which is particularly important for the precisely fitted bodies of Mercedes vehicles.

Application in Body Repairs

The lower rear left door hinge is primarily used for:

• repairs after side collisions in the rear door area,
• addressing the effects of years of use (door sag, difficulty closing),
• renovating the door area after replacing the panel or pillar.

Thanks to its factory origin and precise fit for the specific body generation, installation is predictable, and the process of adjusting gaps and door-to-body fit is simplified.

Door Area Repair in Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or complete doors, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and Door Panels category.

When selecting used body parts, it is also worth considering economic aspects and cost optimization possibilities for servicing – you can find more practical tips in the article Rising Repair Costs vs. The Boom in Used Parts – How to Save on Car Servicing?.