Mercedes W211 Front Headlight Spray Nozzle Cover Lid Front Left N/S A2118801705

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W211 Front Headlight Spray Nozzle Cover Lid Front Left N/S is an original headlight washer system component, designed for installation on the driver's side of the front bumper. Thanks to its factory-fit design for the bumper and headlight, it ensures a seamless appearance and proper operation of the retractable washer. The paint in Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 allows for maintaining a uniform body styling line without the need for additional color matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2118801705-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2118801705
• Substitutable numbers: A2118801705, A 211 880 17 05
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Washer Pumps, Reservoirs & Nozzles

Purpose and function of the component

The headlight washer cover is responsible for the aesthetic closure of the opening in the bumper and protecting the retractable washer arm from dirt and mechanical damage. A correctly selected component guarantees:

• stable mounting on factory clips,
• proper cooperation with the washer retraction mechanism,
• preservation of the original bumper and headlight lines.

Its location in the front area on the left side of the vehicle means it is a part directly exposed to external factors, which is why its correct selection is important for both the appearance and the durability of the entire system.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in the factory color Iridium Silver Metallic - 775, which facilitates maintaining visual consistency with other body panels. For Mercedes owners, this means:

• no need for additional painting if the paint code matches,
• better shade matching than in the case of unpainted replacements,
• aesthetic integration of the cover into the bumper and headlight line.

Selecting parts according to the paint code is particularly important for cars in metallic colors, where differences in shade are easily noticeable.

Installation characteristics

The cover is a component designed to work within the headlight washer system, which is part of the Washer fluid reservoirs, pumps, and nozzles group. The design intended for the specific Mercedes W211 model allows for:

• installation in place of the factory cover without modifications,
• cooperation with the original washer arm,
• maintaining tightness and proper guidance of the fluid stream onto the headlight lens.

Thanks to maintaining geometry consistent with the original, the component does not cause stress in the bumper or the washer mechanism, which promotes longer, trouble-free operation.

Condition and practical application

The part comes from disassembly, which in practice means the possibility of an economical repair of the washer system while maintaining the original quality of workmanship characteristic of the Mercedes brand. This is a good solution in situations such as:

• mechanical damage to the bumper or washer,
• missing cover after a previous bodywork and paint repair,
• the need to restore the completeness of the headlight washer system.

Choosing an original component from this group allows you to avoid problems with matching the shape, mounts, and contact lines with the painted surfaces of the bumper.

Selecting parts by numbers and paint code

To ensure the compatibility of the cover with a specific body version and car color, it is worth verifying the part number and paint code with the vehicle documentation or the manufacturer's catalog. Specialized guides regarding the verification of components by identification numbers and paint markings may also be helpful, such as a practical guide to selecting parts by OEM numbers and paint codes, which describes, among other things, procedures used when verifying components for Mercedes vehicles.

Expanding the washer system in a Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as fluid supply hoses, washer nozzles, or reservoir mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes washer fluid reservoirs, pumps, and nozzles category.

For users interested in a broader context of selecting components by identification numbers and the principles of operating supply systems and associated installations, an article describing the diagnostics and regeneration of fuel supply components, available here, may be helpful: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.