{"title":"Mercedes-Benz","description":"Vehicle-specific clips and retainers for Mercedes-Benz.","products":[{"product_id":"22905-mercedes-benz-cowl-retainers","title":"Mercedes-Benz Cowl Retainer 000-997-01-33 w\/ Sealer | C-Class, E-Class, GLC (2012+) | 22905","description":"\u003cp\u003e✓ In stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble-head cowl retainer with integrated sealer for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Two-depth flanges (13mm top \/ 16mm bottom) lock the cowl panel at two points for a secure, weatherproof hold. The sealer ring prevents moisture from passing through the fastening hole. Replaces OEM part number 000-997-01-33.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-head retainer with integrated sealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Head Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Head Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz C-Class (W204\/W205, 2008–2021)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz E-Class (W212\/W213, 2010–2023)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz GLC (X253, 2016–2022)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz GLE (W166\/W167, 2012–2023)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz S-Class (W221\/W222, 2006–2021)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCross-Reference Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz OEM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 000-997-01-33\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMS Part#:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22905\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit my Mercedes-Benz C-Class?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — this cowl retainer fits the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204, 2008–2014 and W205, 2015–2021), where it secures the cowl panel at the base of the windshield with a weatherproof double-head design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"with sealer\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sealer is an integrated rubber or foam ring around the retainer head that compresses against the panel surface when installed. This creates a watertight seal around the fastening hole, preventing water intrusion at the cowl — important for preventing rust and HVAC contamination on European vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a double-head retainer do differently from a single-head clip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA double-head retainer grips the panel from two points at different depths. The larger bottom head (16mm) anchors below the panel, and the smaller top head (13mm) sits on the upper surface — sandwiching the panel between them. This eliminates panel flex and rattle better than a single-head push-type clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the Mercedes-Benz GLE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the Mercedes-Benz GLE (W166 2012–2015 and W167 2020–2023) uses this same cowl retainer with sealer for cowl panel attachment along the base of the windshield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I remove a double-head retainer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert a trim removal tool under the top head and pry straight upward. Both heads release simultaneously when pulled perpendicular to the panel surface. Avoid prying at an angle, which can crack the top flange. With the sealer attached, the clip may require more force than standard clips — steady, direct upward pressure works best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Auveco","offers":[{"title":"25 Pieces","offer_id":46426722926807,"sku":"22905-25","price":12.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Pieces","offer_id":46426722959575,"sku":"22905-50","price":24.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Pieces","offer_id":46426722992343,"sku":"22905-100","price":48.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"150 Pieces","offer_id":46426723025111,"sku":"22905-150","price":72.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0499\/4262\/6461\/files\/22905_hero_new.png?v=1778976593"},{"product_id":"26029-mercedes-benz-cowl-retainers","title":"Mercedes-Benz Cowl Vent Retainer 000-991-94-40 | C-Class, E-Class, GLE, Sprinter | 26029","description":"\u003cp\u003e✓ In stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePush-type expansion rivet cowl retainer for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Square 15mm × 15mm bottom head provides broad panel coverage, and the 17mm stem accommodates deeper panel stack-ups than standard cowl clips. Used across a wide range of Mercedes-Benz cars and vans. Replaces OEM part number 000-991-94-40.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Push-type expansion rivet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Head Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15mm × 15mm (square)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz C-Class (2001–2021)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz E-Class (2003–2023)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz GLE \/ ML-Class (2006–2023)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz S-Class (2000–2021)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Sprinter (2014–2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Vito (2014–2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCross-Reference Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz OEM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 000-991-94-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMS Part#:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26029\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit my Mercedes-Benz C-Class?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — OEM part number 000-991-94-40 is used across Mercedes-Benz C-Class models (W203, W204, W205) from 2001 through 2021 for cowl vent panel and body trim retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a \"square head\" expansion rivet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA square head expansion rivet has a 15mm × 15mm flat square base that covers more surface area than a round head clip of the same size. The square footprint resists rotation in the panel hole and distributes pull-out force across four corners rather than a single round perimeter — ideal for locations that see vibration or thermal cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"expansion rivet\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn expansion rivet has a center pin that expands the clip legs when pressed. Inserting the clip into the 7mm hole and pressing the center pin outward locks the legs against the back of the panel. Unlike push-type clips that expand automatically, the separate pin gives more control over the clamping force and makes the clip reusable in many cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the 000-991-94-40 is a general-purpose Mercedes-Benz expansion rivet used in the Sprinter (2014–2024) for interior trim, cowl vent, and body panel attachment. The 35mm overall length is particularly suited to the Sprinter's thicker panel assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I remove an expansion rivet without breaking it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a small trim tool or pin punch to pop the center pin upward to its raised position — this retracts the legs. Then pull the rivet body straight out of the hole. If the pin is stuck, apply a small amount of penetrating oil around the head and wait a few minutes before retrying. Most rivets can be reused if removed carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Auveco","offers":[{"title":"25 Pieces","offer_id":46426601849047,"sku":"26029-25","price":15.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Pieces","offer_id":46426601881815,"sku":"26029-50","price":30.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Pieces","offer_id":46426601914583,"sku":"26029-100","price":61.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"150 Pieces","offer_id":46426601947351,"sku":"26029-150","price":91.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0499\/4262\/6461\/files\/26029_1.png?v=1778971756"}],"url":"https:\/\/southmountainsupply.com\/collections\/mercedes-benz.oembed","provider":"South Mountain Supply ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}