Mercedes W169 W245 Air Deflector Lamella Roof Glass Set A1697800144

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mercedes W169 W245 Air Deflector Lamella Roof Glass Set is an original component from the Panoramic roofs, sunroofs and parts category, designed for A-Class and B-Class models. The glass panel ensures comfortable interior illumination while maintaining the factory geometry and fit characteristic of the Mercedes brand.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697800144
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697800144
• Substitutable numbers: A1697800144, A 1697800144, A 169 780 01 44, A1697800421, A 1697800421, A 169 780 04 21, A1697800321, A 1697800321, A 169 780 03 21, EM
• Category: Sunroofs & Parts

Purpose and function of the component

The presented glass roof is dedicated to Mercedes W169 and W245 series vehicles equipped with a sunroof. The component is responsible for tightly sealing the roof opening, ensuring proper guidance along the sunroof mechanism, and safely distributing loads from the roof structure.

The factory design of the roof glass guarantees proper fitment with the frame, seals, and guides, which translates into stable operation of the entire opening and closing system. By maintaining the original specifications, installation does not require any body modifications or interference with the roof structure.

Benefits of using an original glass roof

Using an original glass panel in the sunroof allows you to maintain the vehicle's proper performance parameters. This includes, among others:

• proper cooperation with the existing sunroof mechanism,
• adequate adhesion to factory seals,
• maintaining body aesthetics consistent with the manufacturer's design,
• stable seating in the roof frame without stresses resulting from non-original dimensions.

For the user, this means reducing the risk of leaks, wind noise, and problems with closing the sunroof. The original construction also supports maintaining the proper rigidity of the roof in the sunroof opening area.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered glass roof comes from dismantling and is a used component, which allows you to combine the preservation of factory parameters with a favorable repair cost. This type of solution is particularly attractive in case of mechanical damage or glass cracks, when replacing the entire panel is required.

The product retains the construction intended by the vehicle manufacturer, thanks to which it can be used as a direct replacement for a damaged component. In practice, this facilitates service work and shortens vehicle downtime.

Ecological and economic aspect

Choosing a used glass roof is a beneficial solution both in terms of costs and environmental impact. Reusing functional components limits waste and reduces the demand for the production of new parts, which fits into a modern approach to automotive recycling. You can find more about the conscious choice of dismantled parts in the article Eco-driving: discover the benefits of used car parts.

Selection and vehicle compatibility

To correctly select a glass roof for a specific Mercedes vehicle, it is crucial to verify compliance with the vehicle documentation and part numbers in the technical specification. The product has an OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates unambiguous identification in service catalogs and parts selection systems.

In practice, this means that a service center or seller can quickly confirm the compatibility of the component with a given body, equipment version, and the type of sunroof used, minimizing the risk of purchasing an incorrect part.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as sunroof frames, guides, or seals, check the available parts in the Panoramic roofs, sunroofs and parts Mercedes category.