Mercedes W245 Front Door Lock Trim Cover Right O/S Mineral Grey B39 A1697660835

The Front Right Door Lock Cover for Mercedes W245 in Mineral Grau Metallic B39 is an original body part from the Protective and Decorative Strips category, designed for installation on the passenger side. This carefully designed lock cover allows you to restore the factory appearance of the door edge, ensures stylistic consistency with the body paint, and enhances the aesthetics of the lock area. It's a practical solution for users who want to maintain a uniform, well-maintained look of the vehicle's side.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A1697660835-MG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697660835
• Substitutable numbers: A1697660835, A 169 766 08 35
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and Body Fitment

The presented cover is dedicated to the front right door of the Mercedes B-Class W245 generation. The part is designed as a factory finish for the lock area, ensuring a precise fit to the door edge and compatibility with the original mechanism. Installation in the specific body location helps maintain proper gap geometry and an aesthetically pleasing transition between the door and the pillar.

The cover serves both visual and protective functions – it conceals the structural elements of the lock while simultaneously reducing the exposure of this area to dirt and minor mechanical damage. This keeps the vehicle's side line consistent and the lock recess looking neat and tidy.

Color and Surface Finish

The part is factory painted in the Mineral Grau Metallic B39 shade, characteristic of many Mercedes body configurations. The metallic paint structure provides an attractive play of light on the surface, highlighting the door line and complementing other body panels in the same color.

Choosing the original shade is particularly important for collision repairs or spot renovations – using the correct cover in the appropriate color can limit the scope of painting and facilitate a cohesive visual effect. This is a beneficial solution for body and paint shops as well as users who aim to preserve the vehicle's factory appearance.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The lock cover is a used part, meaning it's a pre-owned component that retains the original manufacturer's specifications. Such components are often chosen for maintenance repairs as they ensure conformity with the factory body line and avoid the fitting issues typical of lower-quality aftermarket replacements.

For exterior body parts, proper alignment with adjacent panels and correct edge routing are crucial. The original front right door lock cover for the Mercedes W245 meets these requirements, simplifying installation and reducing the need for additional adjustments by the body technician.

Practical Application and Benefits of Installation

The use of this cover is particularly recommended in situations where:

• the original lock cover has been damaged or lost due to a collision or disassembly,
• an aesthetic renovation of the front right door edge is necessary,
• the vehicle has undergone body repair and the missing trim piece needs to be replaced,
• the user wants to maintain a consistent body appearance using original components.

By using the original cover in Mineral Grau Metallic B39, you can effectively minimize the visibility of previous repairs and improve the overall presentation of the vehicle. It's a practical way to restore the aesthetics of the vehicle's side without requiring extensive painting work.

Complementary Mercedes Trim Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area on your Mercedes and need other parts from the same category, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes Protective and Decorative Strips category.

Technical Support and Driver Knowledge

When planning broader service work, it's important to consider not only body parts but also key electrical system components. If you're interested in when it's worthwhile to opt for used parts, a helpful guide might be: When is it Worthwhile to Replace an Alternator with a Used One: A Practical Guide for Drivers. This will help you better plan the next stages of your car's maintenance, combining aesthetic restoration with a rational approach to operation.