Mercedes H243 H247 Cover Wheel House Strip Rear Fender Left N/S A2477300002

Mercedes H243 H247 Cover Wheel House Strip Rear Fender Left N/S is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle's rear section. It provides an aesthetic finish to the fender edge while simultaneously acting as additional protection for the wheel arch against mechanical damage and dirt, which is important for both the appearance and durability of the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2477300002
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2477300002
• Substitutable numbers: A2477300002, A 247 730 00 02
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover is dedicated to the rear left wheel arch in H243/H247 family models, where it is responsible for the precise finishing of the contact zone between the fender and the wheel arch. As a factory protective strip matched to a specific body line, it helps reduce the risk of paint chips, scratches, and the accumulation of debris in the critical area above the wheel.

Its placement on the vehicle in the rear left part of the body allows for maintaining a consistent side line geometry and proper alignment of the fender edge, which is significant for both visual and functional aspects during daily use.

Benefits of using the original protective strip

Using the original wheel arch strip in Mercedes H243/H247 family vehicles provides a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the proper shape and rigidity of the rear fender edge,
• better protection against minor damage caused by stones and sand thrown from under the wheel,
• limiting the accumulation of moisture and dirt in the wheel arch zone,
• consistent appearance of the side body section thanks to matching the vehicle's styling line.

Thanks to this, the body component functions according to the manufacturer's specifications, and the vehicle retains its factory character and predictable performance during operation.

Installation characteristics and fitment

The Mercedes H243 H247 Cover Wheel House Strip Rear Fender Left N/S has been designed for installation in a specific location on the body, which translates into proper fitment with adjacent panels. Properly shaped edges and mounting points allow for the correct seating of the component in the rear left wheel zone, without the need for interference with the fender structure.

Such a solution facilitates service and potential replacement in case of operational damage, while simultaneously allowing the preservation of the factory Mercedes body line, which is important from the point of view of both aesthetics and potential vehicle resale.

Condition of the component and service application

The product comes from the secondary market, which makes it an attractive proposition for post-accident repairs, body service, or restoring the vehicle to a state consistent with the original specification. Replacing a damaged or missing wheel arch strip with an original component allows you to avoid fitment problems typical of universal profile replacements.

This approach is particularly beneficial for vehicles where the owner cares about maintaining visual consistency and upholding compliance with factory design solutions in the body area.

Expansion of Mercedes body modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the wheel arch and rear fender zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative strips category.

For drivers interested in further vehicle personalization in terms of ergonomics and driving comfort, an article describing the advantages of installing higher-standard steering wheels may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Personalization and ergonomics – when is it worth replacing the steering wheel with a premium model?.