Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Door Grab Handle Left N/S Kosmos Black 191 A1697660501

Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Door Grab Handle Left N/S Kosmos Black is an original body component from the Door handles group, designed for installation in the rear left section of the vehicle body. The Kosmos Black Metallic paint finish ensures color consistency with the factory body finish and reduces the need for additional paint work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697660501-KB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697660501
• Substitutable numbers: A1697660501, A 1697660501, A 169 766 05 01
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle has been designed specifically for Mercedes A-Class W169 and B-Class W245 models, taking into account the geometry of the rear left door area. This ensures a proper fit with the door panel, correct operation of the opening mechanism, and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Its original Mercedes origin helps maintain factory mounting tolerances, which translates into stable handle operation, the absence of unwanted vibrations, and an aesthetic fit into the body line.

Color and finish: Kosmos Black Metallic

The handle is finished in Kosmos Black Metallic, identified by paint code 191. This is a popular metallic black shade used in many W169 and W245 units, which blends well with the body lines and decorative elements.

Thanks to the factory paint job in the same color system, the component often allows for reducing or completely skipping repainting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs. This is particularly beneficial when replacing a single component after minor operational damage.

Technical and functional characteristics

The rear left handle is responsible for the correct and ergonomic opening of the passenger door on the driver's side. The construction is adapted to the standard locks and linkages used in the W169 and W245, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment.

Key functional features include:

• dedicated placement in the rear left part of the body,
• compatibility with the factory door opening mechanism,
• preservation of the original Mercedes styling line,
• metallic surface finish in the Kosmos Black shade.

A component configured in this way allows for restoring full door functionality while maintaining a consistent appearance of the entire side of the vehicle.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The item comes from the used parts group, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original manufacturing quality. In practice, this means the possibility of matching the handle to the existing paint and the natural wear of the body, without the "new part" effect that visually stands out from the rest of the bodywork.

Using an original, used door handle also reduces the risk of installation problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as improper fitment or inferior operation of the opening mechanism.

Expanding the door area in your Mercedes

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

Additional technical materials

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