Mercedes R171 Windscreen A Pillar Trim Right O/S Fire Opal Red - 590 A1716900239

The right front windshield A-pillar trim for the Mercedes R171 model in Feueropal Fire Opal Red is a precisely fitted body part, designed for installation on the driver's or passenger's side depending on the market. As part of the Doors and door panels group, it is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the windshield edge and the A-pillar, improving the visual coherence of the entire side body area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1716900239-FUP
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716900239
• Substitutable numbers: A1716900239, A 171 690 02 39
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590
• Category: Trim

Purpose and Function of the Part

The described A-pillar trim is dedicated for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the area where the windshield meets the side body. It is responsible for:

• covering the edge of the glass and the A-pillar structure,
• tidying up the body line in the upper part of the door,
• stable guidance of seals and adjacent sheet metal elements.

Thanks to its proper profile, the trim helps maintain the correct geometry of adjacent panels, which is important for both appearance and reducing unwanted air noise around the windshield.

Color and Visual Matching

The part is finished in the factory color Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590, characteristic of selected Mercedes paint finishes. This allows for:

• consistent matching with the existing body paint without the need for additional painting, provided the car has the same color code,
• maintaining a uniform stylistic line within the A-pillar and the upper part of the door,
• an aesthetic finish of the transition between the glass and the side panel.

In case of accident repairs or local bodywork renovation, using an originally painted trim significantly speeds up the process of restoring the vehicle to its factory visual specification.

Installation Characteristics

The A-pillar trim has been designed as a dedicated part for a specific generation of the Mercedes R171, which translates to:

• precise fit to the shape of the right-side pillar,
• factory-designed mounting points,
• compatibility with adjacent panels from the Doors and door panels group.

This solution facilitates the work of a bodyworker or painter, reducing the time needed for fitting and adjusting the part during installation.

Application in Body Repairs

This type of trim is particularly useful for:

• repairs after collisions involving the front part of the side body area,
• replacing damaged or corroded finishing elements around the windshield,
• visual renovation of the vehicle when the existing trim is scratched or deformed.

Using an original part intended for a Mercedes allows for maintaining the factory body line and proper fit with the doors and glass, which is important for both appearance and subsequent resale value of the car.

Mercedes Doors and Door Panels – Expansion and Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area and adjacent pillar in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as door skins, reinforcements, or additional trim strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

If you are also considering refreshing the vehicle's appearance by changing or refurbishing alloy wheels, you can find practical tips on selection and renovation in the article: Used Wheels Like New – A Guide to Buying and Refurbishing Alloy Wheels.