Mercedes W169 Headlamp Light Front Right O/S Plug Socket WIring A2205454628

Mercedes W169 Headlamp Light Front Right O/S Plug Socket WIring is an original lighting system component designed to support the front right headlamp in Mercedes vehicles. This used component from the Lamps and LED lights category allows for professional wiring harness repair without the need to interfere with the factory electrical installation. It is a practical solution when the socket, plug, or a section of the wiring near the headlight has been damaged.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698200461-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698200461
• Substitutable numbers: A1698200461, A 169 820 04 61
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Light Bulbs & LEDs

Purpose and function of the component

The presented socket with plug and wiring is dedicated to the front right side of the vehicle, where it is responsible for a stable electrical connection between the lamp and the car's installation. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures:

• reliable power supply to the light sources in the headlight,
• correct transmission of control signals,
• mechanical strain relief for wires in the lamp area.

Such a solution reduces the risk of contact overheating, circuit interruptions, or lighting errors in onboard systems.

Advantages of using an original lamp socket

Using an original socket with wiring for the front right lamp allows for maintaining the consistency of the electrical installation with the manufacturer's factory standards. In practice, this means:

• precise geometric fit to the headlight housing and harness mounts,
• appropriate length and routing of the wire in the front end area,
• compatibility with factory vehicle installation connectors,
• reduced need for modifications, soldering, or the use of universal adapters.

For the user, this translates into stable lighting performance, a lower risk of malfunctions, and easier diagnostics in the future.

Condition, safety, and assembly aspects

The item comes from disassembly and is offered as a used lighting system component. This type of part is particularly useful when the factory socket has melted, suffered contact corrosion, or sustained mechanical damage during headlight replacement. Replacing it with an original used component allows you to:

• restore the correct operation of the front right lamp,
• minimize voltage drops at the connectors,
• limit the occurrence of lighting error messages.

Installation by a person familiar with vehicle electrical systems is recommended, ensuring proper harness routing and protection against moisture and vibrations.

Integration with the LED lighting system

As an element from the Lamps and LED lights group, the socket with wiring works with the headlight system, where stable power parameters and correct communication with control modules are essential. A properly selected connector:

• ensures the appropriate quality of electrical contact for light sources,
• reduces the risk of flickering or lamp failure,
• facilitates compliance with factory lighting system settings.

Thanks to this, the repair of the installation within the front right lamp can be performed in a way similar to factory solutions, without compromising safety and comfort when driving after dark.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front lighting area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as headlights, control modules, or additional wiring, check the available parts in the Mercedes Lamps and LED lights category.

Technical support and expert knowledge

When selecting used lighting system components, it is worth using reliable sources of information and proven diagnostic procedures. An extended discussion of issues related to safety, selection, and replacement of headlights and lighting equipment can be found in the article See more and better – a complete guide to selecting and replacing used LED and Xenon headlights, which allows you to better plan the repair of your car's lighting system.