Description
The Mercedes M-Class W164 Parking Brake Release Cable Bracket is an original part from the Brake Cables group, designed to work with the foot-operated parking brake in Mercedes M-Class W164 models. The precise design of the bracket ensures stable cable routing, which translates to reliable operation of the brake release mechanism and consistent performance of the entire system.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: rhd-A1644200086
- Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: A1644200086
- Substitutable numbers: A1644200086, A 164 420 00 86, KZ
- Category: Brake Cables
Purpose and Function in the Braking System
The presented bracket is a mounting element responsible for the stable fixation of the parking brake release cable in the Mercedes M-Class W164. Its task is to maintain the correct geometry of the cable routing, so that the force from the pedal or lever is effectively transferred to the brake release mechanism.
A correctly selected bracket minimizes the risk of:
- excessive play in the parking brake cable system,
- cable overloads and chafing resulting from improper routing,
- reduced effectiveness of brake release in critical situations.
Construction and Fit for Mercedes M-Class W164
The bracket is designed as an OEM part dedicated to the W164 platform, thus retaining factory mounting points and the correct position relative to the parking brake pedal and cable. The appropriately selected geometry of the element reduces stress on the cable and supports the uniform operation of the mechanism.
Such a fit allows for:
- trouble-free installation in place of the original bracket,
- maintaining factory settings and the operating range of the parking brake,
- preserving consistency with other braking system components.
Characteristics of a Used Part
The offered bracket comes from the used parts group, meaning it is an original Mercedes component removed from a vehicle. Such mounting elements, when in good technical condition, retain their functional properties and are often chosen as an economical alternative to new parts.
For cable brackets, it is crucial that the structural integrity and correct mounting geometry are preserved – these are responsible for proper cable routing and stable parking brake operation.
Benefits of Using an Original Cable Bracket
Using an original bracket in the braking system offers a number of practical benefits:
- Factory Fit – no need for modifications, drilling additional holes, or using makeshift fastenings.
- Consistency with Vehicle Construction – maintaining the cable routing for the parking brake as intended by the manufacturer.
- Stable Mechanism Operation – reducing the risk of sticking or incomplete brake release due to improper cable mounting.
- Safe Operation – a correctly mounted cable leads to more predictable parking brake performance in daily driving.
Mercedes Brake Cables – System Expansion and Modernization
If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the braking area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as control cables, mounts, or guides, check the available parts in the Mercedes Brake Cables category.
Safe Selection of Used Braking System Components
When assembling used braking system components – from brackets and cables to calipers and control elements – it is advisable to use reliable guidelines for assessing their condition and selecting them for a specific model. Detailed tips on how to responsibly approach the purchase of used brake parts can be found in the article Second-Hand Braking System: How to Safely Choose Discs, Calipers, and ABS?.
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