Mercedes W169 Rear Door Card Moulding Trim Right O/S A1697370482

Mercedes W169 Rear Door Card Moulding Trim Right O/S is an original interior trim component designed for the rear right side of the vehicle body. As part of the Protective and decorative mouldings group, it allows you to restore the consistent appearance of the door upholstery and maintain the factory character of the cabin. The used OEM component ensures proper fitment to the door card and compatibility with the door structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697370482
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697370482
• Substitutable numbers: A1697370482, A 169 737 04 82
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and fitment

The decorative moulding has been designed specifically for the W169 series models, taking into account the geometry of the rear right door pair. This means:

• precise fitment to the door card without the need for modifications,
• preservation of factory mounting points,
• compliance with the interior styling line characteristic of the Mercedes W169.

Thanks to this, the installation process is predictable, and once installed, the moulding creates a uniform surface with the rest of the upholstery elements.

Protective and aesthetic function

The element serves both a decorative and functional role. As part of the Protective and decorative mouldings group, it helps to reduce minor mechanical damage to the door card in an area exposed to contact with clothing or luggage. At the same time, the properly selected profile and finish of the moulding visually organize the surface of the door panel, improving the overall perception of the interior.

Replacing a worn or damaged moulding with an original part allows you to:

• reduce the visibility of scuffs and scratches on the door card,
• replace a missing piece of trim,
• maintain the stylistic consistency of the cabin in accordance with the manufacturer's design.

Characteristics of the used component

The moulding comes from dismantling, which means it is a used component that retains the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of part is a good choice when you want to ensure:

• factory fitment for a specific model,
• preservation of the original styling line,
• a rational cost of interior repair while maintaining the OEM standard.

A used decorative moulding works well both for point replacement of a damaged element and for staged renovation of door upholstery.

Installation and service application

The element is intended for installation in the rear right part of the vehicle, on the door card. In practice, this means that during service work, you should pay attention to:

• correct release and engagement of the mounting clips,
• checking the condition of the door card surface before installation,
• maintaining the sequence of disassembly and assembly of other door trim elements.

A properly installed moulding adheres stably to the surface, does not generate unwanted play, and does not negatively affect the operation of the door mechanisms.

Interior upgrade extension

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door card area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative mouldings category.

When working extensively on preserving the original character of vehicles, it is also worth using knowledge about the structural differences between model generations and the role of OEM parts – the article Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character may be helpful, as it shows the importance of properly selected components in the long-term maintenance of the car.