Wing Mirror Door Mercedes W169 W245 Right O/S Without Cover A1698100476

The right exterior mirror for Mercedes A-Class W169 and B-Class W245 is a practical body element that provides the driver with a clear view of the situation in the lane next to the vehicle. This model, offered without an outer housing, allows for convenient transfer or fitting of an existing color cover, facilitating aesthetic integration with the car body. By maintaining the factory mounting geometry and mirror, the mirror guarantees a proper field of vision on the lane side.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A1698100476
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698100476
• Substitutable numbers: A1698100476, A 169 810 04 76, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and Fitment

The presented right exterior mirror for Mercedes W169 / W245 is designed as a component mounted on the driver's side, on the outer edge of the traffic lane. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points in the doors, promoting stable installation and reducing vibration transfer to the glass surface. The absence of an outer cover allows you to use the existing housing from your car or choose one separately, maintaining color consistency with the bodywork.

Construction and Functional Use

The mirror belongs to the Exterior Mirrors group, responsible for blind spot control and observing vehicles approaching from the rear on the right side. The housing is designed to ensure optimal mirror angle relative to the driver's position and the car's side profile. The appropriately selected glass surface enhances image clarity, contributing to safer lane changes, overtaking, and parking maneuvers.

The mirror's structural design allows for precise adjustment of the glass position, enabling the driver to adapt the setting to their position behind the wheel. The stable internal housing reduces susceptibility to vibrations, which is particularly important at higher speeds and on uneven surfaces.

Benefits of Using a Used Mirror

Choosing a used exterior mirror for Mercedes is a sensible compromise between cost and functionality. The component retains its factory geometry and operating characteristics while allowing for cost savings compared to a new part. For many users, the fact that using a part from dismantling promotes component reuse, which has ecological significance, is also important.

If you want to better understand the differences between original, aftermarket, and used parts and their long-term cost-effectiveness, it's worth reading the guide on choosing original, aftermarket, and used car parts, which discusses issues such as quality, fitment by OEM numbers, and total operating costs.

Practical Application in Daily Operation

A functional right-side mirror directly impacts driving comfort and safety in both urban and highway traffic. It facilitates situational awareness when pulling out of bays, during maneuvers in multi-story car parks, and when merging into traffic from an acceleration lane. A properly selected exterior mirror minimizes the risk of blind spots, which is particularly important in dense traffic and during frequent lane changes.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as glass, inserts, or complete housings, check the available parts in the Mercedes Exterior Mirrors category.

Summary

The right exterior mirror for Mercedes W169 / W245 without cover is a functional solution for users seeking a technically matched body element that will restore full visibility on the lane side. The construction compliant with factory specifications, the ability to use the existing housing, and the favorable price-to-utility ratio make it a practical choice for accident repairs and operational maintenance.