Mercedes C118 C238 C253 Trunk Lid Open Badge Rear Camera Polar White A0997503300

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes C118 C238 C253 Trunk Lid Open Badge Rear Camera Polar White is an original rear body component that combines aesthetic function with practical support during maneuvering. The integrated camera located in the rear part of the vehicle improves daily driving comfort and facilitates precise parking. Using an OEM part allows you to maintain a consistent body appearance and ensures proper cooperation with the vehicle's factory systems.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0997503300-POL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0997503300
• Substitutable numbers: A0997503300, A 099 750 33 00
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Polar White - 149
• Category: Parking Cameras

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented badge with a camera is designed for installation in the rear part of the body, in the trunk lid area. The placement in the rear zone ensures an optimal viewing angle when reversing, which translates into better control over the vehicle's surroundings. The component works with the factory multimedia system, displaying the image on the screen inside the cabin and supporting the driver during maneuvers in tight spaces.

Thanks to the integration of the badge with the rearview camera, the factory styling line of the body is preserved without the need for additional brackets or external modules. This solution allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged or worn component in Mercedes vehicles with coupe and SUV body styles from the C-family.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in Polar White, which allows for a consistent match to the body paint in this color without the need for additional painting. The uniform color of the rear part of the vehicle is important both aesthetically and practically – the lack of contrast within the trunk lid area reduces the risk of glare in the camera's field of view.

The factory surface finish ensures adequate resistance to typical operating conditions, such as temperature changes or atmospheric factors. As a result, the badge with the camera maintains a consistent look with other body elements, and the rear zone of the vehicle looks orderly and in line with the manufacturer's design.

Benefits of using an original rearview camera

Using an original badge with a camera in the Rearview cameras category allows you to maintain the full functionality of driver assistance systems. In practice, this means:

• a stable image while reversing,
• a proper field of view adjusted to the body geometry,
• correct cooperation with the vehicle's factory software,
• no need for interference with the electrical installation beyond the standard installation procedure.

The used OEM component is a good solution for post-accident repairs or replacing worn components when you want to maintain the original vehicle specification. This helps avoid compatibility issues that may occur when using replacements with a different design or a different camera operating angle.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered badge with a camera is in used condition, which makes it a reasonable choice for budget repairs while maintaining factory build quality. The component is intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, in the place provided by the manufacturer, which facilitates service work and limits the time required for fitting.

In practice, the part will work well in situations such as:

• replacing a damaged badge after a rear collision,
• restoring full functionality of the reversing system after a camera failure,
• replacing a missing component during a comprehensive trunk lid repair.

Expanding the reversing system in Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional camera modules, mounting brackets, or wiring harnesses, check the available parts in the Mercedes rearview cameras category.

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