Door Hinge Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Right O/S Top Polar Silver 761 A1697301237

The Upper Hinge for Mercedes W169/W245 Right Rear Door in Polar Silver Metallic is an original body part from the Doors and Door Sheet Metal category, designed for precise installation in the rear right section of the vehicle. Due to its factory origin, it ensures the correct geometry for opening and closing the door and color consistency with the body paint in the Polar Silver Metallic – 761 shade, facilitating matching during accident repairs or replacement of worn parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697301237-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697301237
• Substitutable numbers: A1697301237, A 169 730 12 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The presented hinge is dedicated for installation in the rear right part of the body, at the upper door mounting point. It is responsible for stable guidance of the door leaf, correct gap alignment, and repeatable closing without excessive play. The use of an original component is particularly important for multi-door bodies, where precise alignment affects user comfort, sealing, and reduction of unwanted noises during driving.

Color and Paint Matching

The part is finished in the factory color Polar Silver Metallic – 761, allowing for an aesthetic integration with the existing body paint without the need for additional painting in many repair cases. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing individual door components, where maintaining a uniform color and paint coating structure is important for both visual and functional reasons.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The hinge is designed as a structural element cooperating with the factory mounting points in the body and the door leaf. It allows for adjustment within the typical range provided by the manufacturer, enabling the door to be aligned with the body axis and matched with adjacent sheet metal panels. Installation is carried out in the standard locations designated for this reference, which facilitates workshop work and reduces repair time.

Condition and Service Application

The product is in used condition, meaning it comes from disassembly while retaining functionality suitable for further use. This type of part is often chosen for accident repairs, body corrections, or replacement of worn hinges when the priority is to maintain the original door structure and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Benefits of Using an Original Door Hinge

Choosing an original hinge from the Doors and Door Sheet Metal category for a Mercedes allows for maintaining the factory door operating parameters, reducing the risk of improper fit, and ensuring predictable body behavior in the long term. This solution is particularly valued by workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and by users who expect compliance with the vehicle's original specifications.

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

For drivers who want to better plan service work on the body and other vehicle systems, a guide describing the most frequently replaced components may be helpful – you can find practical tips in the article TOP 10 Most Frequently Replaced Parts in Your Car.