Mercedes W221 Front Outer Door Handle Keyless Left N/S Flint Grey Metallic 368

Description

Mercedes W221 Exterior Door Handle Keyless Front Left Flint Grey 368 is an original door handle designed for the front left door, prepared for cooperation with the keyless entry system. The element in the Flint Grey Metallic 368 color allows for visual consistency of the bodywork and maintains the vehicle’s factory functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2217600570-FLG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2217600570
• Substitutable numbers: A2217600570, A 221 760 05 70
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Door Handle
• Color: Flint Grey Metallic – 368
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and Fitment

The handle has been specifically designed for the executive class body, which is the Mercedes W221 series, taking into account the requirements of the Keyless system. Its placement on the vehicle is the front left side, ensuring proper fitment to the door structure, guides, and lock at this specific point of the bodywork.

Thanks to the use of original mounting geometry and a properly shaped grip section, the handle cooperates with factory seals, the lock, and the keyless entry system sensors, minimizing the risk of play, rattles, or improper operation of the opening mechanism.

Color and Finish

The paint coating in the shade Flint Grey Metallic – 368 is a characteristic metallic grey color used on Mercedes car bodies. Using the correct paint code allows for:

• maintaining color consistency with other body elements,
• limiting the need for repainting when correctly matched to the existing paint,
• aesthetically integrating the handle into the vehicle’s side profile.

The metallic paint structure provides appropriate color depth and correct light reflection, which is particularly important for body elements located at eye level.

Keyless System Functionality

The handle’s design is adapted for cooperation with the keyless entry system, meaning it can be integrated with touch sensors and electronics responsible for recognizing the key’s proximity to the vehicle. This ensures:

• full functionality of opening and closing without using a traditional key,
• intuitive door operation consistent with the manufacturer’s original design,
• no need for installation modifications in the door when installed correctly according to the service procedure.

Using a dedicated handle for the Keyless version reduces the risk of comfort system communication errors and problems with key presence recognition.

Performance Characteristics and Installation

As an element from the door handles category, the product is responsible for transferring door opening forces and ensuring proper cooperation with the lock and locking mechanism. The design intended for the Mercedes W221 ensures:

• ergonomic grip tailored to the door shape and body lines,
• stable mounting to the door panel using factory mounting points,
• proper cooperation with the seal in the handle area, which limits moisture ingress into the door interior.

The used condition means the element comes from disassembly, which in practice allows for maintaining the original manufacturer’s specifications while reducing costs compared to brand-new parts.

Why Choose This Mercedes Door Handle

Using an original handle with the Keyless system in Flint Grey Metallic is a beneficial solution both technically and visually. It allows for:

• maintaining the factory equipment standard for vehicle access comfort,
• preserving a consistent body appearance without visible differences in paint shade,
• minimizing installation time due to precise fitment for the specific model and vehicle side.

This is a practical choice for accident repairs, replacing a damaged handle, or restoring full keyless system functionality in the Mercedes S-Class W221 generation.

If you need other Mercedes door handles for your car, check the available Mercedes door handles in our store to select elements that fit your specific body version.

For drivers interested in a broader topic of selecting used components, it is worth reading the article comparing different solutions in suspension systems: Stock vs. Sport Suspension – Construction Differences and Selection of Used Parts.