Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 Rear Window Wiper Motor Tailgate A1698201340

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 Rear Window Wiper Motor Tailgate is an original component from the Wiper motors and linkages group, designed for operation in the rear part of the vehicle body. It ensures a stable drive for the wiper arm, which translates into safe rear visibility during daily use. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for drivers looking for a technically matched solution at an attractive price.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698201340
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698201340
• Substitutable numbers: A1698201340, A 169 820 13 40, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Wiper Linkages, Transmissions & Motors

Purpose and function in the wiper system

The presented motor is designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, where it is responsible for driving the tailgate window wiper. The component works with the linkage mechanism, transferring torque to the wiper arm and ensuring smooth, controlled operating movement. Thanks to this, the rear window remains clean during rain, snow, or while driving in road dirt conditions.

As a part from the Wiper motors and linkages group, the component is an essential link in the entire system responsible for maintaining window clarity, and thus for driving comfort and safety in city traffic and on the road.

Advantages of using an original rear wiper motor

Choosing an original rear wiper motor for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 allows you to maintain the factory operating parameters of the system. Key benefits include:

• secure fit to the mounting points and geometry of the tailgate,
• proper cooperation with the vehicle's factory electrical installation,
• stable operation within typical load ranges and wiper operating frequencies,
• maintenance of proper operating standards – predictable movement cycle and appropriate speed.

Thanks to this, the installation process is smooth, and the wiper system regains functionality close to the factory state, without the need for modifications to the installation or body elements.

Selection by numbers and compatibility

The rear wiper motor intended for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 is a component identified by OEM catalog numbers and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise selection of the part for a specific equipment version. When matching, it is worth using data from the vehicle's rating plate and service documentation to ensure full compatibility with the wiper system used in the car.

In case of doubt, selection procedures based on OEM numbers or vehicle data, described more broadly in expert industry materials, may be useful. A sensible selection of a used component allows for reducing repair costs while maintaining an appropriate level of reliability.

Used condition and practical aspects of installation

The offered motor comes from the secondary market, which allows for optimizing the repair budget while maintaining the original design and operating parameters. A used component is a good solution in a situation where the existing motor has suffered from operational wear, seizure, or mechanical damage, and the priority is to restore the functionality of the rear wiper without interfering with other subassemblies.

Installing the motor in the rear of the vehicle requires standard service procedures: removing the tailgate upholstery, disconnecting the electrical installation, replacing the drive unit, and resealing the grommets. A properly performed replacement allows for long-term, stable operation of the system under typical operating conditions.

Expanding the wiper system in a Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear window and tailgate area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional motors, linkages, or mechanisms cooperating with wipers, check the available parts in the Mercedes wiper motors and linkages category.

To better understand the specifics of the second-hand parts market, cost differences, and the principles of safe component selection by OEM numbers, it is worth reaching for the expert guide Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which describes practical procedures also useful when choosing other used subassemblies.