Brake Caliper Mercedes W176 W246 Front Left Wheel N/S Brake Unit Red 295x28

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Brake Caliper Mercedes W176 W246 Front Left Wheel N/S Brake Unit Red 295x28 is an original brake system component from the Brake calipers and carriers group, designed for installation on the front left axle. Finished in an attractive red color, it combines technical functionality with a distinct, sporty visual accent, while improving the braking system performance in Mercedes vehicles of the corresponding series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0004217381-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0004217381
• Substitutable numbers: A0004217381, A 000 421 73 81, A0004215906, A 000 421 59 06
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Red
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and mounting parameters

The presented caliper is designed for operation on the front left side of the vehicle, which is crucial for the correct selection of parts in the braking system. The design is adapted to work with a 295x28 disc, ensuring the proper contact surface between the pad and the disc, as well as stable pad guidance during braking.

The placement on the vehicle is factory-defined, which makes it easier for a mechanic or a user verifying compatibility independently to quickly assign the caliper to the correct side and axle. This reduces the risk of incorrect installation and associated issues with the braking system geometry.

Technical and visual characteristics

As a Mercedes brand product, the brake caliper maintains factory standards of workmanship and fitment to the steering knuckle, carrier, and other system components. The properly designed body ensures even distribution of braking forces on the pad surface, which translates into stable, predictable brake operation under typical operating conditions.

The red color finish serves not only an aesthetic function but also facilitates visual inspection of the caliper condition through the rim – any dirt, leaks, or damage are more quickly noticeable. This solution is frequently chosen for light visual upgrades of the braking zone, especially in vehicles with a more dynamic character.

Benefits of using an original used caliper

An original, used brake caliper of this series allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the braking system with the solutions provided by the vehicle manufacturer. In practice, this means:

• factory fitment for mounts and brake lines,
• maintaining the braking force characteristics on the front axle as intended by the manufacturer,
• easier diagnostics and service in the future due to compliance with Mercedes technical documentation.

Choosing a used component of this class is often a beneficial compromise between repair costs and maintaining a high level of safety and braking comfort.

Application in service and modernization practice

This brake caliper will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged component and for minor visual modifications of the braking zone in W176 and W246 models. Thanks to its factory origin from the Brake calipers and carriers range, compatibility with the discs and pads intended for these models is maintained, which facilitates the selection of other components during service.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional calipers, carriers, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Mercedes Brake calipers and carriers category.

Expert support and selection of appropriate calipers

To better understand the differences between individual solutions used in braking systems and to consciously choose original recycled parts, it is worth consulting expert material. Practical tips on the selection, verification, and operation of such components can be found in the article Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce braking system repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts, which discusses, among other things, aspects of safety, cost-effectiveness, and correct identification of calipers.