Mercedes A-Class W168 Dashboard Centre Right O/S Air Vent Black A1688300854

Mercedes A-Class W168 Dashboard Centre Right O/S Air Vent Black is an original ventilation system component designed for installation on the right side of the dashboard. This used air vent ensures a factory fit, a consistent interior look, and proper airflow direction, which translates into thermal comfort and ergonomic operation in your Mercedes cabin. By maintaining the original geometry and finish, it is a practical service solution for repairs or replacing a damaged air vent component.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1688300854
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1688300854
• Substitutable numbers: A1688300854, A 1688300854, A 168 830 08 A168830085454, ASZ
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function of the air vent

The presented air vent is responsible for precisely directing the airflow from the ventilation, heating, or air conditioning system to the passenger zone on the right side. The design of the component allows for:

• adjustment of airflow direction both horizontally and vertically,
• control of airflow intensity within a single outlet,
• maintaining the consistent aesthetics of the dashboard panel.

By maintaining the original form, the vent works with factory air ducts, which promotes stable airflow parameters and reduces unwanted flow noise.

Construction, color, and fitment

The air vent has been designed specifically for the interior of the Mercedes A-Class W168 generation, taking into account the dashboard geometry and operating ergonomics. The applied black color allows for maintaining a uniform cockpit style and easy matching with other trim elements. The placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures:

• proper fitment with the mounting opening,
• stable seating in the panel without additional modifications,
• preservation of factory gaps and component parting lines.

The original Mercedes origin promotes the maintenance of appropriate rigidity, resistance to thermal deformation, and compatibility with factory mounts.

Condition, service application, and benefits of installation

The item is offered as a used part, which is a reasonable compromise between the cost of repair and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Replacing a damaged or worn air vent with an original component from dismantling allows you to:

• restore full functionality of the air vent adjustment on the right side,
• eliminate looseness, cracks, or missing slats,
• maintain the factory look of the interior without visible color differences.

This solution is particularly beneficial for comprehensive interior maintenance when you care about visual and technical consistency with other cockpit elements.

Integration with the control system and other interior elements

The air vent belongs to the Switches, control elements, and ignition locks group, which emphasizes its role as a utility component with which the driver and passenger have direct contact. A properly functioning air vent affects:

• the convenience of adjusting airflow within the dashboard panel,
• the readability and ergonomics of operating the air vent zone,
• the overall perception of the vehicle's interior quality.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the air control zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as adjustment knobs, control buttons, or panel housings, check the available parts in the Mercedes switches, control elements, and ignition locks category.

Why choose a used original air vent

Using original, used interior components allows you to maintain the level of comfort and finish quality characteristic of Mercedes, while simultaneously reducing service costs. In the case of the air vent, this means:

• factory fitment to the dashboard without the need for modifications,
• consistent appearance with other cockpit elements,
• maintaining the proper operation of the ventilation and air conditioning system in the passenger zone.

If you want to learn more about the advantages of using original components from dismantling in cars of this brand, it is worth reading the article Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting and operating such components.