Brake Light Mercedes W117 C204 Rear Additional Third Brake Stop Lamp A2048200056

Brake Light Mercedes W117 C204 Rear Additional Third Brake Stop Lamp is an original component from the Main and central brake lights group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle body. It provides a clear, highly visible braking signal, improving driving safety and signal readability for drivers behind you. This solution is particularly useful when replacing a damaged or faulty third brake light in Mercedes vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2049066002-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2049066002
• Substitutable numbers: A2049066002, A 204 906 60 02
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and function of the third brake light

The presented third brake light has been designed as an additional braking signal source in the rear of the vehicle. Mounted high in the central area of the rear body, it improves the visibility of the brake signal in urban conditions, on expressways, and during heavy traffic in congestion. As a result, drivers behind your Mercedes react faster to braking, which reduces the risk of rear-end collisions.

Construction and fitment for Mercedes W117 / C204

The Brake Light Mercedes W117 C204 Rear Additional Third Brake Stop Lamp is a component structurally matched to the body of these models, which facilitates installation in the factory-designated location. The properly selected housing shape and mounting method allow for stable seating in the rear of the vehicle, without the need for bodywork or electrical system modifications. Using an original solution from the Main and central brake lights group helps maintain stylistic consistency and correct light distribution.

Performance parameters and application benefits

The element has been designed for long-term operation in demanding road conditions. The housing of the third brake light is prepared for operation in the rear zone of the body, where it is exposed to temperature changes, moisture, and dirt. The design ensures:

• a clear, focused light signal during braking,
• proper cooperation with the vehicle's lighting system,
• aesthetic integration into the line of the rear body,
• the possibility of replacing a worn or damaged factory light without interfering with the installation.

Thanks to the use of an original solution dedicated to Mercedes, compliance with the manufacturer's requirements regarding intensity and lighting characteristics is maintained, which is important for both safety and regulatory compliance.

Component condition and service application

The offered third brake light is an aftermarket component, which allows for economical replacement while maintaining the original mounting specification. This is a practical solution in a situation where the factory additional brake light has suffered mechanical damage, moisture ingress, or has stopped working correctly. Replacing it with an original component from the same product group facilitates service work and shortens repair time, as the mounting point and connectors are prepared for Mercedes factory solutions.

Application in the rear zone of the vehicle

The placement on the vehicle in the rear part of the body ensures that the third brake light works in the direct field of view of drivers behind the vehicle. A correctly installed element:

• complements the main brake lights, increasing the signaling area,
• improves the visibility of the braking signal in heavy traffic,
• supports safe vehicle operation in urban and extra-urban conditions.

Thanks to this, the Mercedes driver gains better light communication with the surroundings, which translates into more predictable behavior of other road users.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear lighting zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as main brake lamps, central light modules, or additional signal lamps, check the available parts in the Main and central brake lights Mercedes category.

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