Mercedes C E ML Class W164 W204 W211 Wheel Mounting Change Locating Dowel Pin

The Mercedes ML W164 W204 W211 Wheel Mounting Pin is an original assembly component from the Other Parts category, designed for the front left side of Mercedes vehicles. This precisely manufactured pin ensures stable mounting of wheel-related components, contributing to safe and predictable suspension system operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2045810074
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2045810074
• Substitutable numbers: A2045810074, A 2045810074, A 204 581 00 74, Mercedes-Benz, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Other Wheel & Tyre Parts

Application and Function of the Wheel Mounting Pin

The wheel mounting pin in ML W164, W204, and W211 models is responsible for the secure positioning and retention of structural elements within the front left wheel assembly. A correctly selected and installed component:

• stabilizes connections in the wheel mounting area,
• reduces the risk of unwanted assembly play,
• supports the maintenance of correct suspension geometry,
• facilitates servicing and disassembly of adjacent components.

Thanks to its specific placement on the vehicle (front, left side), the pin operates under conditions aligned with the manufacturer's specifications, promoting predictable performance parameters.

Compatibility and Identification Parameters

The offered pin comes from the Mercedes line and is designated as an OEM part, facilitating unambiguous identification in service catalogs. The product has an assigned part number and interchangeable numbers that allow verification of compatibility with specific body versions and equipment variants. In practice, this means that with correct selection according to catalog data, the component will structurally fit the intended ML W164, W204, and W211 models.

Additionally, within the store's system, the pin has its own warehouse designation, which simplifies order processing and minimizes the risk of errors during order fulfillment.

Characteristics of a Used Component

The wheel mounting pin is offered as a used part, sourced from disassembly. This type of component, provided it maintains appropriate dimensional tolerances and has no mechanical damage, can be successfully reused in a vehicle. For assembly elements, it is important that:

• working surfaces are not deformed,
• there are no cracks or material chipping,
• the correct geometry of the part is maintained.

Choosing a used mounting pin is a solution that allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining compliance with the original factory specifications.

Why Choose an Original Mercedes Wheel Mounting Pin

The use of original assembly components within the suspension system directly impacts safety and repair durability. The wheel mounting pin for ML W164, W204, and W211 models ensures:

• factory fit for the intended mounting location (front, left side),
• material and dimensional compliance with Mercedes technical documentation,
• trouble-free installation without structural modifications.

This allows the component to be used for both standard replacement of worn parts and for post-accident repairs where restoring original geometry and connection rigidity is crucial.

Other Mercedes Parts – Other Parts Category

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Technical Knowledge and Sports Vehicle Development

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