Mercedes-Benz W202 W208 Front Left N/S Dash Instrument Panel Footwell Cover

Mercedes-Benz W202 W208 Front Left N/S Dash Instrument Panel Footwell Cover is a factory interior trim component designed for installation in the front left area under the dashboard. This black driver or passenger footwell panel (depending on RHD/LHD version) provides an aesthetic finish while protecting wiring and installation components near the instrument cluster and center console. Thanks to its original design, it ensures a proper fit with the dashboard and other cockpit panels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A2026806736
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2026806736
• Substitutable numbers: A2026806736, A 202 680 67 36, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover belongs to the Dashboard interior trim group and is installed in the front left part of the vehicle. Its purpose is to:

• cover the space under the instrument cluster and center panel,
• protect wires, modules, and air ducts from accidental damage by feet,
• provide visual stabilization of the lower cockpit area, without visible gaps or clearances,
• limit the ingress of dust and small debris into the installation area.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific Mercedes-Benz W202 / W208 generation, the panel maintains the correct geometry, which facilitates installation and allows for the restoration of the factory interior layout.

Color scheme and interior integration

The cover is finished in black, allowing for a cohesive match with typical interior configurations in these models. The dark color:

• minimizes the visibility of minor dirt in the footwell area,
• facilitates integration with factory floor mats and center console side panels,
• promotes a uniform, subdued cockpit styling.

Proper color matching is particularly important during partial interior restoration, when a single panel is replaced while other elements remain original.

Installation characteristics

The lower cockpit cover is designed as a component dedicated to a specific location in the vehicle, which translates into:

• preservation of factory mounting points in the front left part of the interior,
• proper adhesion to the lower edge of the dashboard and adjacent panels,
• no need for modifications or reshaping.

As a result, the part works well both for replacing a damaged element and for completing missing panels after previous repairs or modifications.

Condition and service application

The item comes from the secondary market, making it a reasonable choice for maintenance repairs, interior restoration, or filling gaps after the disassembly of other components. The original construction helps maintain the factory look of the cockpit while allowing for cost optimization compared to new panels.

Expansion of Mercedes cockpit trim

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional panels, grilles, or lower covers, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboards category.

For users considering broader service work on the vehicle and wanting to better understand the selection of used components, the guide article Standard vs. sports suspension – differences in construction and is it worth buying used suspension parts?, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing parts from the secondary market, may be helpful.