Mercedes W245 Front Left N/S Door Trim Molding Strip Comet Grey Metallic - 748

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W245 Front Left N/S Door Trim Molding Strip Comet Grey Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front section of the vehicle. The molding in Comet Grey Metallic ensures a consistent look with the factory paint and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct repair of the side body area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696903362-KMG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696903362
• Substitutable numbers: A1696903362, A 169 690 33 62, A1696983562, A 169 698 35 62
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The presented door molding is dedicated for installation on the front left door panel in Mercedes W245 class models. Its purpose is to protect the edge of the door skin, align the side body line, and reduce minor mechanical damage in the area most exposed to contact with the environment.

The placement on the vehicle on the driver's side ensures proper fitment to the door geometry, and the design, compliant with factory standards, facilitates installation in place of the original component without the need for bodywork modifications.

Color and visual fitment

The molding is finished in the Comet Grey Metallic shade, corresponding to the paint code 748 used in factory Mercedes configurations. This makes it possible to maintain a uniform body color line without the need for additional painting or with minimal correction, depending on the condition of the vehicle's paint coating.

The metallic structure of the paint ensures consistency with the factory finish, which is important for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a condition consistent with the manufacturer's original specification.

Technical characteristics and installation

The molding belongs to the Doors and door panels group, which means it has been designed for proper interaction with the door skin, seals, and other elements of the side body section. The design intended for a specific location on the vehicle facilitates installation into factory mounting points while maintaining proper alignment with the door line.

The element comes from disassembly, which allows for maintaining the original geometry and material characteristics consistent with the manufacturer's standard. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where compatibility with the existing body structure and reducing the risk of fitment issues are important.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

The use of this molding is recommended in situations where the existing element has suffered mechanical damage, deformation, or significant scratches. Replacement allows you to:

• restore the correct side body line,
• reduce the visibility of previous damage in the door area,
• maintain color consistency with the vehicle's paint,
• preserve the factory finish character typical of the Mercedes brand.

For users who care about aesthetics and the residual value of the vehicle, installing an original door molding is a sensible solution in the process of repairing or refreshing the bodywork.

Compatibility, markings, and technical knowledge

The element has a factory OEM part number and assigned interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration in the manufacturer's catalogs and parts selection systems. Before purchasing, it is worth comparing the markings with service documentation or the removed element to confirm full compatibility with your specific Mercedes model.

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

To deepen your knowledge about the operation and servicing of vehicles of this brand, including the selection of appropriate components, it is worth reading the guide material Reliability under the star sign – how to take care of engine equipment in popular Mercedes-Benz C and E-Class models?, which helps to better understand the specifics of technical solutions used by the manufacturer.