Driver's Air Module Mercedes C117 X156 W176 Steering Wheel A0008604103 DEPLOYED

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Driver's Air Module Mercedes C117 X156 W176 Steering Wheel is an original component designed for installation in the factory steering wheel of these models. The product is offered in a condition for repair or for parts, making it a valuable base for specialized workshops, regeneration facilities, and individuals assembling a driver's airbag system in a Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0008605503-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: For parts or not working
• OEM Part Number: A0008605503
• Substitutable numbers: A0008605503, A 000 860 55 03
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the driver's air module

The described driver's air module is a component mounted centrally in the steering wheel of Mercedes vehicles from the C117, X156, and W176 series. It is responsible for interacting with the vehicle's passive safety system, integrating with the steering wheel structure and other SRS system components. As part of the Trims, decorative strips, and decorations group, it also serves as an aesthetic finish for the central part of the steering wheel, contributing to a cohesive cockpit appearance.

Thanks to its original origin, the module retains the correct shapes, mounting points, and geometry matched to the factory steering wheel, which facilitates service, retrofitting, or reconstruction work within the vehicle's interior.

Technical aspect and service application

The product is offered as a "For parts or not working" item, which means it is not intended for direct, ready-to-use installation as a fully functional airbag. However, it can serve as a source of:

• housings and mounting elements for the steering wheel,
• decorative components for the central part of the steering wheel,
• comparative material for diagnostics and reconstruction of the SRS system.

This nature of the product makes it particularly useful for specialized workshops dealing with regeneration, reconstruction, or professional interior retrofitting of Mercedes vehicles, where access to original structural elements is crucial.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes module

Choosing an original driver's air module for a Mercedes ensures:

• factory fitment for the steering wheel in C117, X156, and W176 models,
• visual consistency with other interior trim elements,
• the possibility of using constituent parts in repair or reconstruction processes.

For workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand, such an element is a valuable source of components, allowing for cost reduction while maintaining the original geometry and interior styling.

Application in modernization and retrofit projects

The Driver's Air Module Mercedes C117 X156 W176 can be used in interior modernization projects where maintaining the original look of the steering wheel and proper fitment of decorative elements is essential. It works well as a base for:

• recreating the complete assembly of the central part of the steering wheel,
• retrofitting the vehicle with elements stylistically consistent with the factory interior,
• test fitting and preparing other SRS system components.

Thanks to this, the product can support both typical post-accident repairs and more advanced interior personalization projects in Mercedes vehicles.

Mercedes trims, decorative strips, and decorations – expanding the steering wheel area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the steering wheel area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as decorative inserts, covers, or additional trim panels, check out the available parts in the Mercedes trims, decorative strips, and decorations category.

Support for retrofits and upgrades

For interior retrofitting or reconstruction projects, it is worth using the experience of other users and practical advice from specialists. If you are interested in a broader context of using used equipment elements when modernizing a car, see the article: Retrofitting in VAG and BMW group cars – how to wisely upgrade a car with used parts. This will allow you to better plan work for vehicles of other brands as well, including Mercedes.