Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML W163 Air Intake Plastic Hose Pipe A1635011124

The Mercedes W163 Intake Hose is a component from the Hoses, Pipes & Tubes category, designed for the intake system in vehicles of this series. The offered component comes from disassembly, allowing for an economical yet technically sound repair of the intake system in your Mercedes. It's a practical solution for users who expect a proven part with factory geometry and fit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1635011124
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1635011124
• Substitutable numbers: A1635011124, A 163 501 11 24, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Hoses, Lines & Pipes

Vehicle Application and Placement

The Mercedes W163 Intake Hose is designed for operation at the rear of the vehicle, according to the vehicle placement parameter. It is responsible for the correct routing of air or mixture within the intake system, which directly impacts the stable operation of the engine unit and the proper functioning of related components.

Precise fitting to the specific W163 platform minimizes the risk of leaks, incorrect hose routing, or interference with other rear-end components. This ensures an organized installation process and maintains the system's factory flow characteristics.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

As a component from the Hoses, Pipes & Tubes group, this intake hose is adapted for operation in typical engine bay conditions – considering variable temperatures, vibrations, and mechanical loads. The hose construction ensures:

• adequate flexibility, facilitating installation and compensating for engine unit movements,
• stable medium flow within the intake system,
• maintenance of the correct flow cross-section during operation.

Its original origin from the Mercedes brand promotes compatibility with factory mountings, clamps, and connectors, which is important when replacing a single hose without modifying other elements.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered intake hose is a used part, sourced from vehicle disassembly. Such components are often chosen by professional workshops and informed users when maintaining original specifications while limiting repair costs is crucial. Replacing a worn or leaking intake hose with a tested part from disassembly allows for the restoration of proper system operation without altering its design.

In service practice, the intake hose is used, among other things, for:

• addressing leaks in the intake system,
• repairs after rear-end collisions,
• preventive maintenance when cracks, abrasions, or deformations of the existing hose are detected.

Intake Hose Selection and Compatibility

To correctly select the intake hose for the Mercedes W163, it is advisable to pay attention to compliance with manufacturer markings and parameters assigned to the specific vehicle version. The product has an OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates compatibility verification in service catalogs and parts selection systems. This allows for precise confirmation that the hose will work with the given engine variant and intake system configuration.

This approach minimizes the risk of purchasing an incorrect part and simultaneously reduces vehicle downtime in the workshop. For fleet users and independent service centers, this is a significant argument in favor of choosing original hoses from disassembly.

Alternative Hoses, Pipes & Tubes for Mercedes

If during repairs there is a need to replace more intake system elements or other hoses, it is worth considering selecting additional components from the same group. In such cases, a dedicated category will be helpful, where you will find other Mercedes Hoses, Pipes & Tubes, making it easier to assemble a complete repair kit based on parts from a single source.

For users interested in broader use of disassembled parts in modern cars, including premium vehicles, we also recommend a guide article describing the practical aspects of repairs using used electronic modules – you can find it here: how to care for BMW iDrive systems and electronic modules using disassembled parts.