Door Hinge Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Left N/S Bottom Polar Silver 761 A1697300337

The lower rear left door hinge for Mercedes W169 / W245 in Polar Silver Metallic is an original body part from the Doors and door sheet metal group, designed for precise installation in the rear left part of the vehicle. It ensures stable door leaf guidance, correct opening geometry, and reliable structural support during daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697300337-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697300337
• Substitutable numbers: A1697300337, A 169 730 03 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The presented lower hinge is dedicated for installation in the rear left door, where it is responsible for transferring vertical loads and maintaining the correct door position relative to the body. Its placement at the bottom of the door allows for effective support of the door leaf, reduction of operational play, and preservation of the correct body line.

The component operates within the door's opening axis, stabilizing its movement and contributing to closing comfort – a properly selected and functional hinge minimizes the need for door adjustments, reduces stress on the lock and seals, and helps maintain even gaps between the door and the fender and pillar.

Color and Body Matching

The hinge is factory finished in Polar Silver Metallic, which facilitates matching with a body painted in the same color code. This allows for reduced or even eliminated painting work when replacing the part, provided other components in the mounting area share the same color.

The metallic finish ensures visual consistency with other body panels, while also providing an additional protective layer for the hinge surface, enhancing its resistance to external factors under typical operating conditions.

Mounting Characteristics

The hinge is designed as a structural component dedicated to a specific vehicle platform, which translates to correct mounting point spacing and compatibility with factory holes in the door and pillar. This solution simplifies service installation, allowing for the preservation of factory door alignment parameters after adjustment.

With proper installation, it is possible to:

• align the door with the body axis, maintaining even gaps,
• reduce door leaf sagging when opening,
• decrease the load on the lock and upper hinge,
• improve acoustic comfort through better sealing.

Condition and Service Application

This part is a used item, offered as a used Mercedes door hinge, which is a cost-effective solution for accident repairs, door geometry correction, or replacement of worn hinges in intensively used vehicles. Choosing an original used component allows for the preservation of factory mounting structures and predictable door behavior after adjustment.

Complementary Mercedes Body Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional structural elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door sheet metal category.

Technical Support and Used Market Knowledge

When planning body repairs and selecting used components, it is beneficial to understand the specifics of construction solutions used by manufacturers. For a comparison of component design approaches across different brands, including durability and operating costs, an article comparing BMW powertrains may be helpful – you can find it here: BMW N47 vs M57 / M57N / M57N2 – Ranking of Legendary Diesels.