Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Headlight Headlamp Lamp Front Left N/S A1698207961

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Left Headlight is an original component from the Headlights group, designed for installation on the driver's side. This part ensures proper road illumination, maintains beam geometry, and preserves the cohesive appearance of the front end of your Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A1698207961
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698207961
• Substitutable numbers: A1698207961, A 169 820 79 61, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Headlight Assemblies

Headlight Purpose and Function

This headlight is specifically designed for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 model and is mounted on the front left side of the vehicle. It is responsible for illuminating the driving lane, ensuring clear visibility of road signs, and signaling the vehicle's presence to other road users.

Its placement on the driver's side of the vehicle helps maintain the original body line while ensuring compatibility with factory mounting points and the electrical system. This allows the headlight to be used for both post-accident repairs and for replacing a worn-out or damaged lighting component.

Construction and Technical Fitment

The headlight belongs to the Headlights group, meaning it is a crucial element of the lighting system responsible for low and high beam functions (depending on the specific vehicle configuration). Its construction is prepared to work with the factory brackets, wiring harness, and mounting hardware designed for the B-Class W245.

Being an original Mercedes-Benz part ensures precise alignment with the bumper, hood, and fender, which minimizes the risk of leaks and improper headlight positioning relative to the vehicle's axis. This is important for both safety and subsequent light adjustment at a diagnostic station.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Use

The offered headlight is a used part, which translates to a favorable balance between repair cost and maintaining original quality. Compared to low-cost aftermarket alternatives, an original salvaged component typically retains better housing geometry, mounting points, and optical parameters of the lens and reflectors.

Using an original headlight from the same production series facilitates maintaining a consistent front-end appearance and minimizes the risk of fitment or beam height adjustment issues. This is a practical solution for accident repairs where both correct geometry and aesthetics are important.

Application in Service and Repairs

The left front headlight is often replaced after collisions, mechanical damage, or prolonged use when the lens becomes cloudy and lighting effectiveness decreases. Choosing an original component from the Headlights group allows for restoring factory lighting parameters without the need for modifications to the electrical system or bodywork.

This product is suitable for both professional body and paint shops, as well as independent workshops that prioritize parts conforming to factory standards. By retaining the original construction, repairs can be carried out in a repeatable and predictable manner, in accordance with the manufacturer's procedures.

Related Categories and Technical Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front lighting system in your Mercedes and require other components from the same group, such as additional headlights, daytime running lights, or turn signals, check the available parts in the Mercedes Headlights category.

To expand your knowledge on selecting drivetrain components and their impact on driving characteristics, the guide article Salvaged Drive Axles and Differentials – How to Choose Gear Ratios for Your Driving Style may be helpful, discussing practical aspects of using used components in passenger vehicles.