Mercedes W169 W245 Radiator Fan Shroud Engine Radiator Holder A1695002693

The Mercedes W169/W245 Engine Cooling Fan Shroud is an original part from the Fans and Fan Shrouds group, designed for A-Class and B-Class models with gasoline engines. It ensures stable mounting of the fan and proper airflow guidance through the radiator, which translates to a safe operating temperature for the powertrain.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1695002693
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1695002693
• Substitutable numbers: A1695002693, A 169 500 26 93, 0 130 307 007
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: Fan & Shroud Assemblies

Purpose and Function in the Cooling System

The presented radiator fan shroud is factory-fitted for the engine compartments of Mercedes A-Class W169 and B-Class W245 models powered by gasoline. Its purpose is to precisely maintain the fan's alignment with the radiator, allowing for efficient air intake and uniform cooling of the entire radiator core surface.

The appropriately designed geometry of the shroud limits flow losses, improves fan operating stability, and reduces the risk of localized overheating, especially in urban traffic jams and high ambient temperatures.

Benefits of Using an Original Fan Shroud

Using an original fan shroud in the Mercedes W169/W245 cooling system offers a range of practical technical benefits:

• secure, stable mounting of the fan to the radiator and supporting elements in the engine compartment,
• maintenance of the factory airflow geometry through the radiator,
• reduction of vibrations and noise generated by the fan impeller,
• better control of the gasoline engine's operating temperature across a wide range of loads,
• easier diagnosis and servicing of the cooling system due to the preservation of the original design.

By retaining the factory mounting points and a shape that matches the radiator and engine accessories, installation is predictable and does not require vehicle modifications.

Characteristics of a Used Part

This part is from a dismantled vehicle, allowing you to combine original manufacturing quality with a more favorable purchase price compared to new parts. Fan shrouds, being stationary components, do not undergo intensive operational wear. Therefore, if their structural integrity is sound, they can be safely reused in a vehicle.

Choosing a used fan shroud is particularly cost-effective for post-collision repairs or when replacing a complete radiator module, especially when you want to maintain the factory cooling system specifications without excessively burdening your service budget.

Role of the Fan Shroud in Protecting the Gasoline Engine

Gasoline engines in W169 and W245 models operate at relatively high working temperatures, and their durability largely depends on the stability of the cooling system. A properly selected fan shroud:

• ensures the correct positioning of the fan relative to the radiator and engine compartment covers,
• minimizes the risk of the impeller contacting other components,
• supports uniform coolant cooling across the entire radiator cross-section,
• indirectly protects the cylinder head, head gasket, and accessory components from overheating.

This is particularly important in urban traffic, during traffic jams, and in the summer when natural airflow through the radiator is insufficient, and the electric fan plays the primary role.

Technical Support and Additional Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional shrouds, mounting frames, or fan covers, check the available parts in the category Mercedes Fans and Fan Shrouds.

To better understand how the fan shroud works with the radiator and the importance of a functional cooling system in high temperatures, read our guide: Summer Heat vs. Cooling System: Used Radiators and Fans Guarantee Savings.