Mercedes C117 W176 W246 Bonnet Lock Right Engine Hood Catch Latch A2468700558

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes C117 W176 W246 Bonnet Lock Right Engine Hood Catch Latch is an original engine hood locking system component, designed for installation on the right side in selected Mercedes models. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures secure hood locking, stable mechanism operation, and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2468700558-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2468700558
• Substitutable numbers: A2468700558, A 246 870 05 58
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the hood lock

The presented engine hood catch latch is designed as a component of the engine compartment lid locking system in Mercedes C117, W176, and W246 series vehicles. It is responsible for the mechanical locking of the hood, working in conjunction with cables and the striker to ensure secure closing and controlled opening of the hood during service operations.

Positioning on the right side of the vehicle allows for proper interaction with other components of the locking system, minimizing the risk of play, incomplete closing, or improper hood alignment. This is particularly important in vehicles used intensively, where the stability and repeatability of the mechanism's operation are crucial for driving safety.

Design and fitment for Mercedes

The lock belongs to the Hinges, locks, and other hood parts category, which means it has been developed to work with factory hinges, springs, and hood cables in Mercedes vehicles. The design provides for installation at original mounting points, without the need for body modifications or adaptation of load-bearing elements.

Its original Mercedes origin helps maintain the correct hood closing geometry, which limits stress on the fenders, front panel, and the hood itself. As a result, after replacing the lock, you can achieve even gaps and proper hood fitment against the front of the body, which is important for both aesthetics and aerodynamics, as well as engine compartment sealing.

Benefits of using an original lock

Choosing a used, original engine hood catch latch for a Mercedes allows you to combine reasonable repair costs with the preservation of factory mechanism performance parameters. Compared to aftermarket replacements of uncertain origin, a component from the same product line as factory-fitted parts ensures:

• consistency with the factory hood and body design,
• proper cooperation with the release cable and striker,
• stable locking during repeated opening and closing,
• reduced risk of accidental hood opening while driving.

Thanks to this, the lock can be used both for standard replacement of a worn-out part and for post-accident repairs, where restoring the factory hood operation is essential.

Application in body and mechanical repairs

The component is suitable for workshops specializing in body and mechanical repairs, where it is necessary to restore full functionality of the front body section after a collision or intensive use. The right-side engine hood catch latch allows for precise setting of the locking point, which facilitates adjusting the hood position relative to the fenders and headlights.

For individual users, using an original Mercedes component reduces the need for multiple adjustments and corrections, which shortens repair time and decreases the risk of repeated interventions in the front panel area.

Expanding the Mercedes hood mounting system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional locks, hinges, or hood supports, check the available parts in the Mercedes hinges, locks, and other hood parts category.

When planning your repair budget, it is also worth paying attention to service cost optimization strategies. Practical tips on an economical approach to vehicle operation, part selection, and repair planning can be found in the article Economical Ford operation – where to look for the greatest savings in mechanical and body repairs, the conclusions of which can also be applied to servicing other brands.

If you are interested in a broader context of using used, original components in popular car models, the guide The best used car parts – a guide to the most frequently chosen original parts, which describes a practical approach to selecting elements such as locks, hinges, and other body subassemblies, may also be helpful.