Brake Pedal Mercedes W203 C209 Parking Lever Hand Control Unit A2038310005

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Brake Pedal Mercedes W203 C209 Parking Lever Hand Control Unit is a factory-spec parking brake control assembly, including the pedal mechanism, parking lever, and control unit. This solution is designed for Mercedes C-Class and CLK vehicles, ensuring consistent parking brake system operation and proper force transmission from the pedal to the brake cables.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A2034201384-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2034201384
• Substitutable numbers: A2034201384, A 203 420 13 84, A2038310005, A 203 831 00 05
• Category: Handbrake Levers

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented brake pedal and parking lever assembly is the component responsible for mechanical control of the parking brake in Mercedes W203 and C209 series vehicles. The integrated design includes both the foot-operated part (pedal) and the hand-operated part (parking lever), working in conjunction with the cables and other components of the braking system.

This element is mounted in the driver's footwell and center console area, where it is responsible for:

• transmitting pressure force from the pedal to the parking brake mechanism,
• precisely locking the vehicle in a parked position,
• releasing the parking brake using the hand lever.

Assembly construction and key features

The brake pedal and parking lever assembly is designed as a compact control unit, which facilitates installation and maintenance. The pedal mechanism, release lever, and components responsible for interacting with the parking brake cables are integrated into a single housing.

This solution ensures:

• stable mounting to the vehicle body,
• repeatable pedal and lever travel,
• consistent operation with the factory Mercedes braking system.

Benefits of using the original assembly

Using the original brake pedal and parking lever assembly in a Mercedes W203 / C209 allows you to maintain the factory operating characteristics of the parking brake. The appropriate geometry of the arms, mounting points, and range of motion translates into predictable system performance and proper brake engagement.

The main advantages include:

• compatibility with the factory body structure and mounts,
• no need for mechanical installation modifications,
• easier adjustment of the parking brake cable tension.

Component condition and service application

The offered assembly comes from the Handbrake levers group and is intended for service applications in Mercedes vehicles experiencing issues with parking brake pedal operation, lever jamming, or unstable brake engagement. Replacing the complete module is often a faster and more predictable solution than repairing individual sub-components.

Before installation, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the specific body version and vehicle model year, as well as to check the condition of the interacting cables and mounting elements to ensure uniform operation of the entire system.

Expanding the parking brake system in Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional levers, release mechanisms, or complete control modules, check out the available parts in the Mercedes handbrake levers category.

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