Mercedes ML W164 Bottom Door Cover Strip Seal Right O/S A1646905062

Mercedes ML W164 Bottom Door Cover Strip Seal Right O/S is an original body component from the Door seals group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. It ensures a tight connection between the lower edge of the door and the body, improving protection against moisture, dirt, and noise. Using an OEM component is a sensible choice for body maintenance when fitment and installation stability are key.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1646905062
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1646905062
• Substitutable numbers: A1646905062, A 164 690 50 62, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Door Seals

Purpose and function of the door strip

The lower door strip in the Mercedes ML W164 model is responsible for sealing the contact point between the door and the sill, as well as protecting the edge of the sheet metal from operational damage. The component is mounted on the right side of the vehicle, which is important when selecting parts for repairs following a collision or localized corrosion.

Using an original strip from the Door seals group allows for maintaining the factory fitment geometry, which limits the ingress of water, dust, and road salt into the interior and the sill area. This positively impacts cabin acoustics and long-term anti-corrosion protection.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes strip

Using an original body component in the Mercedes ML W164 provides a range of practical service and utility benefits:

• factory fitment to the shape of the door and sill on the right side,
• stable alignment of the body line in the lower part of the door,
• reduction of water and dirt turbulence in the sill zone,
• easier maintenance of tightness when replacing adjacent seals,
• consistent visual appearance with other body elements.

For vehicles operated in demanding road conditions, choosing an original door strip helps maintain predictable seal performance and facilitates subsequent bodywork and painting tasks.

Selection and compatibility with the ML W164 body

The strip has been designed specifically for the door structure of the Mercedes ML W164 generation, taking into account the characteristic sill height and lower edge geometry. Placement on the vehicle on the right side eliminates the risk of installation errors, which is important when replacing a single element after mechanical damage.

Original mounts and the strip profile facilitate installation in the factory location without the need for modifications or adjustments required by aftermarket alternatives. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where maintaining the original rigidity and tightness of the door zone is important.

Application in service and body restoration

The used door strip on the right side is suitable for both local repairs after damage and gradual body restoration of the Mercedes ML W164. It can be used for, among other things:

• replacing the element after a side collision or scrape,
• repairing corrosion in the lower part of the door,
• restoring tightness after bodywork interventions,
• restoring the factory appearance of the vehicle's side line.

Choosing an original strip from the Door seals group allows for maintaining technical consistency with other Mercedes body elements, which is important for both the durability and value of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional strips, edge seals, or lower protective profiles, check the available parts in the Mercedes Door seals category.

For owners of this brand's models who are simultaneously servicing the drivetrain and engine accessories, a guide on operation and selection of spare parts may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Reliability under the star – how to take care of engine accessories in popular Mercedes-Benz C and E-Class models?.