Mercedes ML W163 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S Hydro Silver 353

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The Mercedes ML W163 Right Sill Hydro Silver - 353 is an original sill trim designed for the right side of the body, finished in the attractive Hydro Silver Metallic - 353 color. This part comes from a dismantled vehicle, making it a cost-effective yet factory-fitted solution for owners of ML W163 models seeking a matching sill replacement.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1636900440-HYS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1636900440
• Substitutable numbers: A1636900440, A 163 690 04 40
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Hydro Silver Metallic - 353
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Intended Use and Body Fitment

The offered sill trim has been specifically designed for the Mercedes ML W163 model and is mounted on the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory geometry, it maintains the correct body line, ensuring a cohesive look for the car's side profile and proper adherence to original mounting points.

Its placement on the vehicle, designated as the right side, eliminates the risk of selection errors and simplifies the planning of repairs or replacement of a damaged sill after a collision or corrosion.

Color and Aesthetic Finish

The sill trim is finished in the Hydro Silver Metallic - 353 shade, characteristic of many ML W163 units. This allows for an aesthetic match with the existing body paint, reducing the need for additional painting work or its scope.

The metallic paint structure accentuates the car's side line, and the appropriately chosen shade helps maintain a consistent appearance of the entire vehicle after sill repairs.

Category Characteristics and Element Function

The product belongs to the Sill Trims category, which are body elements responsible for protecting the lower part of the car body and providing an aesthetic finish to the cabin entry area. A correctly chosen sill trim:

• protects the sill from mechanical damage and road debris,
• visually stabilizes the vehicle's side line,
• allows for proper alignment with adjacent body panels.

Therefore, replacing a damaged element with an original sill trim restores both its protective function and the original appearance of the vehicle's side body.

Condition and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part

The sill trim is offered as a used part, representing a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial for routine maintenance repairs or body restoration on older ML W163 models.

The original origin of the part ensures proper fitment to factory mounting points, which facilitates workshop work and reduces the need for additional modifications or adjustments.

Assistance with Selection and Additional Information

When selecting a sill trim, it is advisable to pay attention to the compatibility of the mounting side and paint color to avoid issues with visual and mechanical fitment. If in doubt, comparing the shape and finish with the currently installed part on the vehicle may be helpful.

If you need other body parts from the same group, such as additional covers or side trims for this model, check the available parts in the Mercedes Sill Trims category.

For users considering various repair strategies and cost optimization when choosing body parts, an article discussing the comparison of new, aftermarket, and used components may be useful – find more information in the material Original, Aftermarket, or Used – Which Car Parts Are Most Cost-Effective?.