Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Dashboard Ventilation Cover Central Top A1696803436

Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Dashboard Ventilation Cover Central Top is a precisely fitted interior element from the Dashboards category, designed for mounting a speaker in the center console. Its grey, subdued color scheme allows for aesthetic integration with the factory cockpit finish, and the construction based on the original Mercedes design ensures a proper fit with other components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696803436
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696803436
• Substitutable numbers: A1696803436, A 169 680 34 36
• Color: Grey
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the cockpit

The console speaker cover in W245 series models is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the audio zone on the dashboard. This element:

• masks the edges of the speaker mounting hole,
• stabilizes the speaker's position relative to the console surface,
• protects the inside of the opening from cabin debris,
• maintains a consistent, factory look of the upper part of the dashboard.

Thanks to the use of original mounting geometry, the grille works with the factory mounting points in the console, which facilitates service and reduces the risk of unwanted play or acoustic resonance.

Construction, color, and fit

The element is manufactured as a dedicated speaker cover, designed specifically for the interior architecture of the Mercedes B-Class W245 generation. The grey color has been selected to harmonize with typical upholstery and plastic configurations in this model, without a tonal mismatch against the dashboard.

The grille profile has been developed with a focus on:

• proper adhesion to the console surface,
• maintaining the continuity of the cockpit's stylistic lines,
• providing adequate working space for the speaker diaphragm.

Such a solution promotes stable speaker operation and reduces the risk of unwanted vibrations of the trim elements.

Performance characteristics and installation

As an element from the Dashboards category, the console speaker grille serves both a protective and aesthetic function. In practice, this means that it:

• allows for restoring a consistent cockpit look after speaker replacement or console repair,
• facilitates audio system service – removal and reinstallation take place within the factory mounting points,
• ensures predictable behavior of the element during vehicle operation.

The product comes from the secondary market, which in the case of original interior components often means a better fit than in the case of universal replacements. This is a practical solution for repairs where compliance with factory visual and mounting specifications is important.

Benefits of using an original grille

Using a dedicated speaker cover in the Mercedes W245 allows for maintaining the stylistic and functional consistency of the entire dashboard. Key advantages include:

• factory fit to the console geometry,
• maintaining a uniform interior color scheme in grey,
• stable seating of the speaker in the console zone,
• aesthetic closing of the mounting hole without the need for modifications.

A set of interior elements configured in this way promotes the preservation of the vehicle's utility value and facilitates further service work in the cockpit area.

Expanding work in the dashboard area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, air vents, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboards category.

If you are considering a wider use of secondary market components in your vehicle fleet and want to better understand the economic and technical advantages of such solutions, the following article may be helpful: Smart Skoda servicing – why second-hand parts are the best choice for your wallet.