Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Front Window Windscreen Windshield Glass AS1

Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Front Window Windscreen Windshield Glass AS1 is an original component from the Car Windows group, designed for installation at the front of the body in Mercedes A-Class and B-Class vehicles of the W169 and W245 generations. The AS1 type glass ensures a high standard of clarity and filtration, and the use of the factory glass format facilitates fitting to the body frame and seals.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696700000
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696700000
• Substitutable numbers: A1696700000, A 169 670 00 00, A1696701801, A 169 670 18 01, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and compatibility with Mercedes models

The offered windshield is designed specifically for Mercedes A-Class W169 and B-Class W245 vehicles, with its placement on the vehicle in the front zone. The design corresponds to factory dimensions and body geometry, which promotes proper seating in the frame, maintaining tightness, and compatibility with factory moldings, seals, and mounts.

The AS1 glass type indicates a windshield intended for installation as the main front windscreen, with an appropriate level of light transmission and compliance with homologation requirements for the driver's front visibility zone.

Performance parameters and safety

The windshield is responsible for key functions in the vehicle: visibility, driving comfort, and the structural integrity of the front part of the body. The use of AS1 glass promotes:

• stable clarity in various lighting conditions,
• proper cooperation with wipers and washers,
• maintaining adequate rigidity of the front part of the cabin.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific generation of Mercedes A-Class and B-Class, the glass works with the factory inclination angle of the A-pillars and the roofline, which is important for both aerodynamics and interior acoustics.

Installation characteristics

The windshield is intended for installation in the factory body frame using appropriate adhesives and mounting accessories selected by a specialist. Placement at the front of the vehicle requires following the correct installation procedure to ensure:

• even pressure distribution around the entire perimeter of the glass,
• proper fit with seals and decorative moldings,
• absence of stresses that could affect the durability of the glass.

Due to the importance of the windshield for safety and body rigidity, installation in a specialized service center dealing with automotive glass installation is recommended.

Condition and origin

The item comes from a Mercedes vehicle and is offered as a used part. This type of component allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specification, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or glass replacement after operational damage.

Choosing an original glass from dismantling promotes maintaining the visual consistency of the vehicle and compatibility with existing body elements, such as seals, moldings, and interior mirror mounts.

Why choose a used Mercedes windshield

By deciding on a used windshield for a Mercedes A-Class or B-Class, you gain the ability to reduce repair costs while maintaining the original geometry and manufacturing standard. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where both the economic aspect and technical compliance with the vehicle's factory specification matter.

If you want to learn more about the advantages of using dismantled body parts in premium brand cars, check out the article: Replacing body parts with used ones – can dismantled bodywork parts look like new?

Additionally, to dispel doubts regarding the quality and durability of used components, it is worth reading the guide material: Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know.

Expanding repairs within Mercedes automotive glass

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the glazing zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as side door windows, rear windows, or additional glazing elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Car Windows category.