Mercedes A W169 Rear Left Right Door N/O/S Seal Gasket Weatherstrip A1696920176

Mercedes A W169 Rear Left Right Door N/O/S Seal Gasket Weatherstrip is an original component from the Door upholstery group, designed for installation on the rear left or right side of the vehicle body. The precisely formed sealing profile helps reduce noise, improves cabin acoustic comfort, and supports the protection of the interior against moisture and contaminants.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696920176
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696920176
• Substitutable numbers: A1696920176, A 1696920176, A 169 692 01 76
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and function of the rear door seal

The presented seal is dedicated to the rear part of the body, with the possibility of installation on both the left and right sides. It is responsible for tightly closing the door perimeter, which limits the ingress of water, dust, and air drafts into the passenger cabin. Thanks to its fitment to the specific door design of the Mercedes W169 model, the element maintains correct geometry in the corners and along the entire perimeter, which translates into stable adhesion to the bodywork.

Benefits of using an original seal

Using an original seal in the rear body area allows for maintaining factory sealing parameters and driving comfort. The properly selected rubber cross-section and working profile support:

• reduction of wind noise and noise from the wheel arches,
• limiting the risk of moisture on door upholstery and sills,
• stable guidance of the door leaf during closing,
• maintaining an aesthetic contact between the door and the bodywork.

The element from this group is particularly important in vehicles operated in variable weather conditions, where the tightness of the rear part of the cabin has a direct impact on the durability of the interior and passenger comfort.

Installation and performance characteristics

The seal is intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, on the left or right side, which facilitates the planning of service work when replacing both sides simultaneously. The construction adapted to the specific Mercedes model promotes installation in existing mounting points, without the need for modifying the bodywork or upholstery. The used nature of the element allows for an economical restoration of proper door tightness while maintaining the original manufacturer's specification.

Application in the door upholstery system

As a part from the Door upholstery group, the seal works with the trim, door panels, sill strips, and other finishing elements of the rear body area. A correctly selected and installed sealing element helps to:

• reduce creaking and play resulting from door movement on uneven surfaces,
• maintain an even contact line between the door and the body,
• protect the edges of the upholstery against excessive wear.

Such an approach is particularly important during comprehensive interior maintenance, when other door finishing components are serviced in parallel.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as perimeter seals, finishing strips, or soundproofing elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Door upholstery category.

Support in selecting used components

When planning the purchase of used door finishing components, it is worth paying attention to the consistency of the entire set and the possibility of completing several elements in one place. To better plan such purchases and learn about the advantages of a one-stop-shop approach, read our guide: Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to complete used car parts in one place?.