Mercedes W168 Front Left Right Seat Safety Belt Buckle A1688602669

The MERCEDES W168 Front Seat Belt Buckle is an original part from the seat belts and parts category, designed for installation on the front seats of Mercedes A-Class W168 models. It ensures proper connection of the belt to the mounting system, contributing to the safe and stable operation of the entire safety system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1688602669
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1688602669
• Substitutable numbers: A1688602669, A 168 860 26 69, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Vehicle Application and Placement

The buckle is designed for installation on the front seats, on both the driver's and passenger's sides. Its placement in the vehicle covers both the left and right positions, making it easy to select the correct part when replacing a damaged buckle or completing interior repairs.

Thanks to its factory-matched design for the Mercedes W168 seat structure, the part maintains the correct mounting geometry, promoting a secure seat belt fastening and reducing the risk of looseness or improper buckle positioning.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

The seat belt buckle is responsible for mechanically locking the belt buckle and for transmitting the fastening signal to the vehicle's electrical system (if the specific unit is equipped with it). The construction is based on:

• A stable body resistant to typical operational loads in the seat area.
• A precise latch mechanism that allows for a clearly perceptible belt fastening and unfastening.
• Factory mounting method to the seat frame, facilitating installation and maintaining the original working position.

This solution ensures predictable seat belt system behavior during daily driving, braking, and in emergency situations.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Buckle

• Compatibility with Mercedes W168 – the part comes from the Mercedes parts line, minimizing the risk of fitting issues with seats and seat belts.
• Consistency with the factory safety system – using an original buckle helps maintain the seat belt system's operating parameters in line with the manufacturer's specifications.
• Professional service solution – the product is suitable for both post-accident repairs and replacement of worn interior components.

By choosing this buckle, you are investing in a part specifically designed for this model, which is particularly important in the area of passive safety systems.

Product Condition and Practical Application

The seat belt buckle is offered as a used part, providing a cost-effective solution while maintaining original structural specifications. These types of parts are often chosen by workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and by users who service their vehicles themselves.

It is suitable for, among other things:

• Replacing a damaged buckle after a collision or failure of the latch mechanism.
• Completing the interior after bodywork and paint repairs or seat replacement.
• Restoring full seat belt functionality in the Mercedes W168.

Other Seat Belts and Parts for Mercedes

If you are also looking for other items in the Mercedes seat belts and parts category, check out our dedicated offer: Mercedes seat belts and parts. This will allow you to easily gather all the necessary safety system components in one place.

More About Used Body and Equipment Parts

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