Mercedes C207 Automatic Gear Shift Selector Lever Gaiter Knob Black A2042677510

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Mercedes C207 Automatic Gear Shift Selector Lever Gaiter Knob Black is an original component from the Gear shift levers, connectors and cables group, designed for Mercedes vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. The complete knob with gaiter allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of a worn-out part, while maintaining factory ergonomics and a consistent interior look. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore precise gear selector operation and a tidy appearance of the center console.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2042677510-3
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2042677510
• Substitutable numbers: A2042677510, A 204 267 75 10, KD, A 207 267 05 10, A2072670510
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Part type: Gear Lever
• Category: Gear Levers, Cables & Linkages

Purpose and function of the automatic gear shift knob

The presented knob with gaiter is a control element for the automatic transmission, responsible for convenient selection of driving modes. The design, tailored to the center console of the Mercedes C-Class C207 version, ensures a secure grip and intuitive guidance of the lever within the gear shift mechanism tracks. The black gaiter organizes the space around the lever, masking the mechanism and protecting it from dirt. As a result, the interior retains its consistent, factory character, and transmission operation remains comfortable and predictable.

Construction and functional properties

The gear shift knob has been designed in accordance with the manufacturer's standards, which translates into properly selected geometry, tilt angle, and handle shape. This configuration promotes comfortable transmission operation in daily use, both in city traffic and on the road. The gaiter is an integral part of the set – it stabilizes the position of the knob relative to the center console, limits the ingress of dust and small debris into the mechanism, and improves the visual perception of the entire center console. Factory fitment for the automatic transmission minimizes the risk of play, unwanted vibrations, or imprecise lever guidance.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes component

Using the original gear shift knob with gaiter in a Mercedes C207 allows for maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications. This means:

• secure fitment with the selector mechanism and center console elements,
• ergonomic handle shape adapted to the driver's position,
• visually consistent interior appearance in line with the manufacturer's design language,
• proper cooperation with the automatic transmission system. A used original component is a reasonable compromise between costs and maintaining build quality and fitment, especially in the case of maintenance repairs or restoring the car to a condition close to factory-new.

Application in service and interior renovation

The automatic gear shift knob with gaiter will work well both for a typical replacement of a worn-out part and during broader interior renovation work. Replacing this sub-assembly is often performed when there is:

• noticeable play on the lever or deterioration in operating comfort,
• wear or damage to the gaiter around the selector,
• visual modernization of the center console. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry and construction, the installation proceeds in a predictable manner for an experienced mechanic or a service center specializing in the Mercedes brand, without the need to modify factory mounts.

Related components and service knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the transmission control zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as other knobs, connectors, or selector cables, check the available parts in the Mercedes gear shift levers, connectors and cables category. When working on the drivetrain and transmission maintenance, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the selection of used components and preparing them for installation – you will find them in the article Proven ways for cheaper MINI car service using original components, which discusses, among other things, the approach to transmission service and the use of original parts from the secondary market.