Mercedes W470 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Diamond Silver Metallic - 988

Mercedes W470 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Diamond Silver Metallic - 988 is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for factory installation in W470 series models. Precise craftsmanship and the distinctive Diamond Silver Metallic - 988 color allow for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged flap, while maintaining paint consistency and body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A4707502200-DSI
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A4707502200
• Substitutable numbers: A4707502200, A 470 750 22 00
• Color: Diamond Silver Metallic - 988
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap in the Mercedes W470 is responsible for protecting the filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. A properly selected component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group ensures correct closing, stable hinge operation, and proper fitment against the fender panel, which reduces the risk of corrosion in the filler area.

The original design, matched to the geometry of the W470 body, allows for the maintenance of factory gaps between body panels, which is important for both the aesthetics and the aerodynamics of the vehicle.

Diamond Silver Metallic - 988 color

The finish in the Diamond Silver Metallic - 988 shade is characteristic of many Mercedes paint configurations and allows for a visually consistent flap replacement without the need for additional painting of the entire body panel. The metallic structure of the paint ensures even light reflection and blends well with the side line of the vehicle.

For users who want to maintain the original look of the car, using a flap in the same paint code minimizes shade differences and limits the scope of body and paint work to the absolute minimum.

Installation characteristics

The flap has been designed as a component intended for installation in the factory mounting points of the W470 body, which facilitates service work and reduces replacement time. Using an original Mercedes part allows for compatibility with the existing opening and closing mechanism, as well as the factory shape of the fuel filler recess.

An element from this group is particularly recommended for post-accident repairs, correcting parking damage, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition after bodywork in the rear fender area.

Condition and practical application

The presented flap is a used part, which makes it an attractive cost-effective solution while maintaining original origin and proper fitment to the body. In many cases, this allows for an economical repair of the vehicle without sacrificing the factory quality characteristic of the Mercedes brand.

An element of this type will prove useful both in professional body and paint workshops and in services specializing in repairs of W470 models, where fast availability, correct fitment, and compliance with factory vehicle specifications are important.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as covers, hinges, or additional masking elements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes fuel filler flaps and accessories category.

Technical support and operation

When selecting components related to the refueling system, it is worth paying attention to the proper interaction of the flap with the cap and the filler recess to limit the ingress of dirt and moisture around the filler neck. Additional information on the principles of operation and diagnostics of components related to refueling can be found in the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which discusses practical aspects of fuel system service.

If you want to better take care of the durability of installed dismantled parts, including fuel filler flaps, useful tips on maintenance and operation can be found in the guide How to extend the life of used car parts?, which describes proven methods for protecting the body and components.