Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Handle Rear Left N/S Door Mountain Gray

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Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Handle Rear Left N/S Door Mountain Gray is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation in the rear left section of Mercedes compact class vehicles. Finished in the factory Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 shade, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged handle without interfering with the door structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697660501-MG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697660501
• Substitutable numbers: A1697660501, A 169 766 05 01, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle is designed specifically for installation in the rear left part of the body for Mercedes W169 and W245 series models. This ensures the correct geometry, appropriate mounting profile, and compatibility with the factory door opening mechanism, which translates into reliable operation and proper fitment with the door panel.

Thanks to the use of an original design, the component works with the factory seals, lock, and linkages, minimizing the risk of play, rattles, or leaks within the door area.

Color and body aesthetics

The handle is finished in the Mineral Grau Metallic - B39 shade, which allows for maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the body without the need for additional painting in the case of cars in the same color. The metallic coating provides the light play on the paint surface characteristic of Mercedes and blends well with decorative trim and other body elements.

Replacing a damaged or scratched handle with this component allows you to restore the aesthetics of the side of the vehicle, reducing the visibility of previous damage and improving the overall visual perception of the car.

Functional characteristics

As an item from the Door handles category, the product is responsible for the convenient and repeatable opening of the rear passenger door on the left side. The design provided by the manufacturer ensures a stable grip, proper mechanism operation, and adequate rigidity during daily use.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical repair of the vehicle while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, localized body renovations, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition without excessive costs.

Installation zone and service recommendations

The handle is intended for installation in the rear left body zone, which is important both in terms of shape and the direction of the mechanism's operation. During installation, it is recommended to:

• check the condition of the lock and linkages in the door,
• verify the correct setting of the latch and opening mechanism,
• check the tightness of the seals around the handle after installation.

Such an approach helps to limit the need for re-intervention in the door and ensures stable operation of the entire opening system.

Repair expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, covers, or additional opening mechanism components, check the available parts in the Mercedes door handles category.

For drivers interested in optimizing service costs while maintaining high-quality used parts, an article describing a practical approach to purchasing components from the secondary market may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on saving on original car parts for Volkswagen, the tips of which can also be applied when planning repairs for other brands.