Mercedes W246 Dashboard Right O/S Nozzle Air Vent Silver Shadow A2468304000

Mercedes W246 Dashboard Right O/S Nozzle Air Vent Silver Shadow is an original ventilation system component designed for installation on the right side of the dashboard. The silver finish harmonizes with the factory interior design, and the precise construction of the vent ensures stable airflow direction. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent cockpit look and restore full ventilation functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2468304000-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2468304000
• Substitutable numbers: A2468304000, A 246 830 40 00
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Silver
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and interior fitment

The presented air vent is designed specifically for Mercedes W246 series models, intended for installation on the right side of the dashboard. The appropriate housing profile and slat arrangement allow for correct airflow direction in the passenger zone without the need for modifying factory mounts.

The silver color of the vent is matched to the typical interior finishes of this Mercedes generation, which allows for maintaining visual consistency of the cockpit after replacing the part. As a result, the product works well both for post-accident repairs and for replacing a worn or damaged air vent.

Construction and functionality of the air vent

The vent construction is based on a system of movable slats that allow for adjusting the airflow direction horizontally and – depending on the vehicle configuration – also to a limited extent vertically. This allows for comfortable setting of the airflow in the passenger zone, which improves the ergonomics of using the air conditioning and ventilation system.

The vent housing has been designed to ensure stable seating in the dashboard and to reduce unwanted vibrations while driving. The silver front finish emphasizes the interior style characteristic of Mercedes, while also facilitating visual matching to adjacent decorative elements.

Benefits of using an original air vent

Using an original air vent in a Mercedes W246 provides a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the factory look of the dashboard thanks to the matched color and shape,
• proper cooperation with air ducts and mounting elements in the vehicle,
• stable operation of the slats, which facilitates precise setting of the airflow direction,
• reducing the risk of rattles and looseness resulting from mismatched replacements.

For workshops and individual users, this means faster installation, without the need for adjusting the part, and predictable vent behavior in daily use. Combined with maintaining a consistent interior aesthetic, this provides a clear advantage over random replacements.

Part condition and use in service practice

The product comes from the used OEM parts segment, which in workshop practice often allows for significantly shortening repair time and optimizing costs while maintaining original manufacturing quality. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for interior repairs, where both functionality and visual consistency with other components are important.

If you want to better understand how the use of used original parts affects the lead time of service orders and repair budgets, it is worth reading the material on our blog: how the immediate availability of used OEM parts shortens repair time and lowers service costs.

Expanding work on the ventilation system and interior

When replacing the air vent on the right side of the dashboard, a broader modernization of the cockpit zone is often considered – for example, replacing adjacent trim elements, other vents, control panels, or decors. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional air vents, decorative panels, or small mounting parts, check the available parts in the Other Mercedes category.

For those interested in a broader context of structural differences between standard and sports versions, including changes in mechanical systems and equipment, a comparative article may be helpful: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?. It allows for a better understanding of how manufacturers differentiate components depending on the vehicle version, which is also important when selecting interior elements.