Mercedes-Benz W245 Protective Strip Left Rear N/S Fender Atoll Blue A1696983362

Mercedes-Benz W245 Protective Strip Left Rear N/S Fender Atoll Blue is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the left side of the rear of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the wheel arch edge and additional paint protection in an area particularly exposed to mechanical damage. Thanks to its factory origin, it guarantees a proper fit to the body lines and visual consistency with other body elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696904162-AB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696904162
• Substitutable numbers: A1696904162, A 169 690 41 62, A1696983362, A 169 698 33 62, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Atoll Blue Metallic - 375
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The presented protective strip is dedicated to the rear left body section of the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 model. Mounted in the fender area, it acts as a guard for the wheel arch edge and the lower part of the panel, reducing the risk of chips and scratches from stones, sand, or dirt thrown up from under the wheels. Thanks to its precise profile, it maintains the factory body geometry, which is important both in terms of aerodynamics and the visual consistency of the entire side line of the vehicle.

Color and visual fit

The element is finished in Atoll Blue Metallic, which allows for maintaining a uniform body color without the need for additional painting in the case of cars in the same color. The metallic paint coating provides a characteristic depth of color and blends well with other body elements, such as doors, sills, or the rear bumper. Proper color matching is particularly important for local body and paint repairs, where a consistent final effect without visible shade differences is essential.

Vehicle placement and mounting aspects

The strip is intended for installation in the rear zone on the left side of the vehicle, in the fender area. This placement means the component operates under demanding conditions – it is exposed to water, road salt, and contaminants. Using an original strip allows for maintaining the correct mounting points and appropriate rigidity of the connection to the panel, which minimizes the risk of looseness, rattling, or leaks. The product is prepared for installation as a replacement part, which facilitates work for body shops and services specializing in the Mercedes brand.

Characteristics of the used product

The element comes from disassembly, which means it is a used part, but still structurally functional. Such components are often chosen for repairs of vehicles that are several or a dozen years old, where it is crucial to combine reasonable costs with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In the case of body elements, such as protective strips, using a used part often allows for a better fit than in the case of replacements with a universal profile.

Application in bodywork and restoration repairs

The rear left fender protective strip will work well both for local post-collision repairs and for comprehensive restoration of the side body section. It can be used as a replacement for a damaged element or as a supplement for a missing strip after previous repairs. Thanks to the preservation of the factory shape and finish, it is a good solution for workshops aiming to recreate the original appearance of the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's standards.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door zone and adjacent body panels in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as door panels, trim strips, or side panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

If you are considering a wider range of work on an older model and want to optimize costs while maintaining the original vehicle specification, it is worth checking out the guide on using parts from disassembly – more information can be found in the article Parts unavailable at the dealership? How to handle the repair of older models using parts from disassembly.