Towing Eye Cover Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Bumper Cosmic Black - 191 A1698851722

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Towing Eye Cover Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Bumper Cosmic Black - 191 is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for the rear section of the vehicle. The cover in Cosmic Black Metallic - 191 allows for an aesthetic closure of the towing eye opening, restoring the bumper's cohesive look and maintaining the factory body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698851722-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698851722
• Substitutable numbers: A1698851722, A 169 885 17 22
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The rear bumper towing eye cover is dedicated to Mercedes compact class models from the W169 and W245 series. The component is mounted in the rear body area and is responsible for covering the towing hook opening, which limits the accumulation of dirt and improves the bumper's aerodynamics.

As a part from the Bumper inserts and covers group, the cover works with the factory bumper construction, ensuring proper edge alignment and stable seating in the mounting socket.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Cosmic Black Metallic - 191 allows for maintaining a uniform look of the rear bumper in vehicles painted in this color code. The metallic black blends well with both dark and lighter body elements, ensuring the cover does not visually stand out from the rest of the bodywork.

Selecting the correct color is particularly important for post-accident repairs and spot body corrections, where paint consistency and minimizing the need for additional painting are crucial.

Mounting characteristics

The cover is designed as a component dedicated to the rear of the vehicle, which facilitates installation in the factory location provided by the manufacturer. The design allows for compatibility with the original bumper, so that after proper seating, the edges of the cover align with the bumper surface, and the component does not require additional modifications.

Proper geometry adjustment ensures that the functionality of the towing eye opening is maintained after installation – if necessary, the cover can be removed to gain access to the towing hook mounting point.

Condition and use in repairs

The component comes from disassembly, which makes it an attractive solution for maintenance and post-accident repairs where maintaining the original manufacturer's specification is important. A used body part of this type often allows for cost reduction compared to new replacements, while maintaining factory fit and proper geometry.

In the case of a comprehensive reconstruction of the rear body section, the towing eye cover can be one of the key details affecting the final visual effect after repair.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as inserts, covers, or additional protective panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes bumper inserts and covers category.

Support in selecting used body components

When selecting used body components, such as covers, inserts, or shields, it is worth paying attention to model, color, and structural compatibility with the given vehicle. For users considering different body repair strategies, a guide discussing the differences between used parts and replacements may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Post-accident repair of your car: why are used body parts a better choice than replacements?.