Mercedes W169 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Cap Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic-748

Mercedes W169 Rear Bumper Tow Hook Cover in Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748 is a practical finishing element that restores the aesthetics and coherence of the rear of the body. An original component from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group ensures a proper fit to the bumper line and stable mounting in the factory tow eye opening.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698850081-KMG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698850081
• Substitutable numbers: A1698850081, A 169 885 00 81
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the Element

The presented cover is intended for installation in the rear part of the bumper of Mercedes W169 vehicles, in place of the factory tow hook socket. The element serves a protective and aesthetic function – it covers the technological opening, limits the ingress of dirt into the bumper interior, and restores a coherent appearance to the painted surface.

Thanks to its precise profile and appropriately shaped clips, the cover works with the factory mounting system, which facilitates assembly and disassembly in case of needing to use the tow eye.

Color and Visual Matching

The Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748 color allows for maintaining a uniform tone of the rear bumper on vehicles painted in this shade. The metallic paint finish ensures consistency with the factory body finish, which is particularly important for accident repairs or spot replacement of body parts.

Choosing the correct cover color reduces the need for additional painting and shortens the time to return the vehicle to service after rear body repairs.

Mounting Characteristics

The cover is designed for installation in the rear bumper area, in place of the factory tow eye opening. The element's design allows for:

• fitting into the existing socket without interfering with the bumper structure,
• multiple disassemblies to access the towing point,
• maintaining a stable position during vehicle operation.

This type of element is particularly useful for body and paint repairs when the original cover has been damaged or lost.

Condition and Application in Repairs

The offered cover comes from the used parts segment, allowing for economical repair of the rear bumper while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the body. This solution is often chosen by body shops and users who want to restore the vehicle's factory appearance without purchasing a new part.

Replacing just the cover is beneficial in situations where the bumper remains structurally sound, and only this small component responsible for the aesthetic closure of the tow opening has been damaged.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

Support in Selecting Used Body Parts

When choosing used body components, such as covers, bumpers, or reinforcements, it is worth paying attention to the color, body version, and vehicle placement. A well-chosen element can reduce the scope of painting work and shorten repair time, which is important for both private users and professional services.

If you want to better understand how to effectively use used body parts in body repairs and when they are a sensible alternative to new parts, read the article Replacing Body Parts with Used Ones – Can Dismantled Body Parts Look Like New?.