Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 1 Rear Right O/S Window Glass AS2 A1686700200

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 1 Rear Right O/S Window Glass is an original body component designed for installation on the rear passenger side. Thanks to its compliance with the factory specifications of the W168 model, the glass ensures a proper fit to the bodywork, correct operation of the window mechanism, and maintains the vehicle's consistent aesthetics. It is a practical solution for replacing damaged glass, repairing after a collision, or completing missing glazing elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1686700200-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1686700200
• Substitutable numbers: A1686700200, A 168 670 02 00, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Additional Glass & Window Parts

Purpose and body fitment

The presented glass has been designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 generation and is installed in the rear part of the body on the right side. The appropriate edge profiling and correct surface geometry allow for proper seating in the door frame or body, without the need for bodywork modifications. This ensures the tightness of the window system, stability of the mounting, and proper interaction with seals and guides.

Glass characteristics and vehicle function

The glass marked as AS2 belongs to the group of tempered side windows used in modern passenger cars. This type of glass is resistant to typical operational loads, and in the event of severe damage, it shatters into small, relatively blunt fragments, which reduces the risk of serious injury. Using the correct type of glass in the rear right part of the body affects driving comfort, passenger safety, and the vehicle's compliance with homologation requirements.

Benefits of using original used glass

Choosing an original Mercedes glass from the secondary market is a solution that is beneficial both technically and economically. The part comes from dismantling, which allows it to retain factory parameters of shape and glass thickness, while simultaneously reducing repair costs compared to a new part. Used glass is a good choice for:

• repairs after mechanical damage or acts of vandalism,
• restoring the completeness of glazing after a collision,
• restoring an older A-Class W168 model, where originality is important.

Thanks to maintaining the factory manufacturing standard, the glass works with existing body elements, which facilitates installation and reduces the time required for adjustment.

Installation zone and service aspects

Placement in the rear right body area requires precise installation to avoid leaks, rattling, or excessive stress on the glass. When replacing, it is worth paying attention to the condition of the seals, guides, and the window lifting mechanism – their proper operation affects the durability of the entire window system. Using a dedicated glass for a specific model and side of the vehicle minimizes the risk of problems with closing, wind noise, or improper adhesion to the bodywork.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional side windows, guide elements, or window mechanism components, check the available parts in the Other car windows and Mercedes window parts category.

Used glass versus tuning and second-hand repairs

Replacing glass with a branded component from dismantling fits well into the strategy of reasonable repairs and vehicle modifications using used parts. This allows for maintaining high component quality at controlled service costs. If you are interested in a broader approach to using secondary market components in German car brands, it is worth reading the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which shows how to effectively combine savings with solid workmanship.