Mercedes-Benz A B W169 W245 Front Right Door O/S Window Electric Lifter Motor

Mercedes-Benz A B W169 W245 Front Right Door O/S Window Electric Lifter Motor is an original component from the Window regulators and motors group, designed to control the window movement in the front right door. Thanks to its factory design tailored to Mercedes A and B class W169/W245 models, it ensures stable operation of the window lifting and lowering mechanism and proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698204442
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698204442
• Substitutable numbers: A1698204442, A 169 820 44 42, A1698201842, A 169 820 18 42, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Window Motors & Regulators

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented motor operates in the front right door area, responsible for driving the window lifting mechanism. The vehicle placement defined as front – right side means that the component works with the factory window guide and the electrical installation dedicated to this position.

As a part from the Window regulators and motors group, it is responsible for:

• transferring torque to the window lifting mechanism,
• stable window operation throughout the full range of motion,
• cooperation with the door control switch and the driver's central panel,
• correct response to signals from the vehicle's electrical system.

Compatibility and identification parameters

The motor has been designed for use in Mercedes cars from the A and B class W169 and W245 series, which facilitates the selection of the correct component during window system repairs. The element has a dedicated OEM part number and assigned interchangeable numbers, which allows for unambiguous identification in the manufacturer's catalogs and service systems without the risk of error.

The presence of reference numbers also enables verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle equipment version, thereby reducing the risk of installing an incorrect motor in a given car.

Performance characteristics and installation

The offered item is a used product, which allows for an economical repair of the window lifting system while maintaining the original design. The motor is intended for installation in the place of the factory drive, using original mounting points and serial electrical connectors.

The main advantages of this solution include:

• preservation of the factory mounting method in the door,
• compatibility with the original window guide mechanism,
• no need for electrical harness modifications,
• possibility of use as a direct replacement for a damaged drive.

Thanks to this, the motor replacement can be carried out in an orderly manner, following standard service procedures, which is important for both workshops and users servicing the vehicle themselves.

Application in service practice

The front right window motor is primarily used for:

• repairs after a window drive failure (no response, jamming, uneven movement),
• damage resulting from mechanism overload or guide corrosion,
• restoring full functionality of the passenger side window control,
• comprehensive door renovation, including the replacement of moving parts.

Choosing an original motor from this group allows for maintaining the consistency of the electrical and mechanical system, which translates into predictable window operation and proper cooperation with other comfort systems in the vehicle.

System expansion and selection of related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door and window zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as window drives, control modules, or complete lifting mechanisms, check the available parts in the Mercedes window regulators and motors category.

When choosing a used window motor, it is also worth consciously approaching the cost-quality ratio. If you want to better understand the differences between new and used parts, their durability, and cost-effectiveness, the following article will be helpful: Car parts – new or used? Comparing costs, quality, and durability.

For drivers interested in a broader context of operation and potential repair costs in other brands, a guide regarding BMW E90 power units may also be useful: Emergency BMW E90 engines: check what can ruin your budget!, which shows how important the proper selection and technical condition of key components are.