Mercedes W245 Rear Right O/S Quarter Glass Molding Trim Black A1696730683

Mercedes W245 Rear Right O/S Quarter Glass Molding Trim Black is a precisely fitted body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for the rear right window. This used, original black molding ensures stable window guidance and effective water drainage from the window edge, improving vehicle comfort and reducing the risk of contaminants entering the door interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696730683
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696730683
• Substitutable numbers: A1696730683, A 169 673 06 83, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the window molding

The described window molding is a component mounted on the rear right window in Mercedes W245 class models. Its task is to create a tight, mechanical barrier between the glass and the door panel, which:

• limits the ingress of water and dirt into the door interior,
• supports the proper operation of the window lifting mechanism,
• reduces wind noise around the window edge while driving.

Thanks to its fitment for a specific vehicle location, the molding works with the factory door geometry, maintaining the correct contact line with the glass.

Construction, color, and fitment

The molding is finished in a universal black color, allowing for aesthetic integration into the side body line, regardless of the paint color. The black surface effectively masks typical operational dirt and harmonizes with seals and other door trim elements.

The component was designed as part of the Doors and door panels system, which is why its profile and length are adapted to the rear right side of the body. Such fitment facilitates installation and allows for maintaining factory alignment with the glass and adjacent body parts.

Installation and operational characteristics

The molding is intended for installation in the rear right zone of the vehicle, in the immediate vicinity of the glass. The design, intended for a specific Mercedes model, enables:

• maintaining proper pressure against the glass surface,
• stable seating in the door edge,
• proper cooperation with the window lowering and lifting mechanism.

The used nature of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Benefits of using an original molding in the Mercedes W245

Using a dedicated window molding in the rear right part of the body allows for restoring proper window guidance and sealing around the window edge. This, in turn:

• reduces the risk of corrosion inside the door,
• limits window fogging from the inside,
• improves acoustic comfort in the cabin.

For users who value visual consistency, it is also important that the black window molding maintains the original look of the side window line, without the need to use replacements with a different profile or shade.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional window profiles, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

For drivers considering broader visual and functional body modifications, inspiration and practical tips on selecting used components can be found in the article The best used parts for tuning your car.