Description
The base for the front right door handle grip for Mercedes W177/W247 is an original part from the Door Handles group, designed for installation on the passenger side (front, right). This is a used Mercedes part that allows for a technically correct repair of the external handle mounting, restoring the proper operation of the door opening mechanism and stable handle seating.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: rhd-A0997601402
- Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: A0997601402
- Substitutable numbers: A0997601402, A 099 760 14 02, KD
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
- Category: Door Handles
Purpose and Function of the Component
The handle grip base in Mercedes A-Class W177 and B-Class W247 models is responsible for the stable mounting of the external door handle to the body structure. This component transfers the loads generated with each door opening and closing, ensuring the correct geometry of the linkage and lock mechanism.
The presented base is intended for installation on the front right door, which is important both in terms of shape and mounting points. Using the correct variant for the specific side of the vehicle reduces the risk of play, rattling, and improper door closing.
Benefits of Using an Original Handle Grip Base
Using an original handle grip base in Mercedes W177/W247 ensures:
- maintaining the factory mounting geometry of the handle relative to the door panel,
- proper interaction with the lock mechanism and internal linkages,
- adequate structural rigidity in the handle area,
- reduced risk of paint damage around the handle resulting from improper fit.
This ensures that the repair is in line with the manufacturer’s specifications, and the doors retain proper operating ergonomics and the aesthetic of the vehicle’s side profile.
Installation Characteristics
The handle grip base is structurally designed for installation in the factory mounting points on the front right door. This allows for service replacement of a damaged component without the need to interfere with the door structure or modify mounting holes.
During replacement, it is recommended to:
- check the condition of the external handle itself and the linkages,
- verify the correct operation of the lock after reassembling the entire module,
- precisely adjust the handle’s position relative to the panel to avoid rubbing.
This approach allows for restoring full functionality to the passenger side door, maintaining user comfort and consistency with other body elements.
Application in the Mercedes W177/W247 Door System
In modern Mercedes A-Class and B-Class body styles, the handle grip base is an essential part of the door module, working in conjunction with the lock, linkages, and external panel. A correctly selected part for the front right side:
- ensures proper handle movement during opening,
- stabilizes the grip relative to the door structure,
- minimizes vibration transfer to interior trim elements.
This provides the user with cohesive operation of the entire door module, without undesirable play or resistance during use.
If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as external handles, internal levers, or additional mountings, check the available parts in the Mercedes Door Handles category.
To better plan service work and component selection by part numbers, a guide on diagnosing and identifying parts by OEM numbers may be helpful – you can find it in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses practical principles of part selection by numbers and their operation.
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