Mercedes W251 Centre Console Rear Air Vent Nozzle Grill Tray A2518300303

The Mercedes W251 Rear Center Console Air Vent is an original ventilation system component designed for the rear of the cabin, mounted in the center console area. It ensures stable airflow direction to the rear seat passengers, supporting thermal comfort and interior ergonomics. As a component from the Center and Roof Consoles group, it is structurally matched to the factory interior design of the Mercedes W251.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2518300303
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2518300303
• Substitutable numbers: A2518300303, A 251 830 03 03
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Centre & Overhead Consoles

Vehicle Application and Function

The presented air vent is designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, within the center console area between the front seats. It is responsible for directing air from the air conditioning or heating system to the rear passenger zone, contributing to a more even temperature distribution within the cabin.

Thanks to its precise fit for the Mercedes interior, this element maintains stylistic consistency and correct airflow geometry without requiring modifications to factory mounting points.

Construction and Fit for Mercedes W251

The air vent is an integral component of the center console ventilation assembly, prepared to work with the factory air duct in the W251 model. Its design ensures proper airflow direction towards the rear of the cabin, maintaining seal integrity with the rest of the system.

Being an original Mercedes part means dimensional compatibility with the dashboard and center console, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of improper fit with upholstery elements.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Use

The item is offered as a used part, allowing for an economical replacement of a damaged or missing vent while maintaining factory specifications. Choosing an original component from the Center and Roof Consoles group reduces the risk of compatibility issues common with universal aftermarket replacements.

Using this air vent in a Mercedes W251 enables:

• restoring proper air distribution to the rear of the cabin,
• maintaining a cohesive look of the center console,
• preserving factory mounting points and airflow geometry.

Professional Installation and Operation

Due to its location in the rear of the vehicle, the air vent works in conjunction with air ducts routed through the center tunnel. Installation according to Mercedes service procedures is recommended, including checking for correct seating in the console and the seal integrity of connections to the air duct.

When replacing, it is advisable to inspect the condition of adjacent center console elements, such as air grilles, covers, or tunnel guides, to prevent future looseness and unwanted noises during operation.

Interior Upgrade Extension

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the central interior area in your Mercedes and require other parts from the same group, such as air grilles, control panels, or tunnel covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Center and Roof Consoles category.

For broader modernization work on the vehicle, including the drivetrain, an article describing the differences in characteristics between factory and sports suspension, and the selection of used suspension components, may be helpful – a detailed discussion can be found in the material Stock vs. Sport Suspension – Construction Differences and Is It Worth Buying Used Suspension Parts?.