Mercedes-Benz A W169 Trunk Tailgate Rear Right O/S Jupiter Red 589 A1697400837

Right rear trunk lid for Mercedes-Benz A W169 in Jupiter Red 589 is an original body element designed for precise rear vehicle assembly. Thanks to its factory fit for the A W169 model and maintenance of correct body geometry, this used part allows for a consistent post-accident repair or replacement of a damaged panel without altering the car's structure. The Jupiter Red – 589 shade enables aesthetic restoration of the vehicle's side and rear lines in the original color specification.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697400837-JUR
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697400837
• Substitutable numbers: A1697400837, A 169 740 08 37, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Jupiter Red - 589
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and Fitment

The presented trunk lid is a body element mounted on the right rear of the car, specifically designed for the Mercedes-Benz A W169 series. This ensures correct mounting points, alignment with factory assembly gaps, and proper fitting with adjacent body panels and the door assembly.

Thanks to its construction, which adheres to the original manufacturer's design, the lid provides:

• maintenance of correct rear body geometry,
• possibility of installation using standard hinges and mounts,
• compatibility with factory seals and finishing elements.

Body Color and Aesthetics

The element is finished in the factory color Jupiter Red – 589, characteristic of many A W169 models. Using the original shade facilitates the restoration of a cohesive body appearance, especially when repairing one-sided damage to the rear of the vehicle.

In practice, this means:

• easier visual matching to the existing paint on the vehicle,
• limiting the scope of painting to the necessary minimum,
• preserving the characteristic, dynamic side line of the body.

Functional Characteristics and Installation

As a part from the Trunk Lids and Rear group, this component is responsible for the proper closure of the luggage compartment on the right side and cooperation with other rear assembly components. The used body construction allows for an economical yet technically correct vehicle repair, while maintaining the original body structure.

Key installation advantages include:

• factory placement of mounting points,
• possibility of integration with existing rear assembly elements,
• maintenance of proper rigidity and structural continuity in the rear zone.

Condition and Application in Repairs

The lid is a used part, making it a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, restorations, and restoring the vehicle to full functionality after damage to the rear body. Such components are often used in professional body and paint shops where both compliance with factory specifications and the cost-effectiveness of the repair operation are crucial.

A properly selected right rear trunk lid helps to:

• recreate the body line according to the manufacturer's design,
• ensure proper closing and sealing of the luggage compartment,
• maintain an appropriate level of structural safety in the rear zone of the vehicle.

Expanding Rear Body Repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional rear panels, coverings, or other trunk lids, check the available parts in the Trunk Lids and Rear Mercedes category.

To better plan the scope of work on the vehicle and to make informed choices when selecting used body and suspension components, it is worth consulting the technical guide: Standard vs. Sport Suspension – Construction Differences and Used Parts Selection.