Mercedes W245 Steering Knuckle Brake Hose Holder Front Right O/S A1694210694

Mercedes W245 Steering Knuckle Brake Hose Holder Front Right O/S is an original mounting component designed for the stable routing of the brake hose in the front right section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory-engineered geometry, it provides secure support for the hose and reduces unwanted vibrations, which helps maintain the proper operation of the braking system. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore factory hose routing in a controlled manner consistent with the manufacturer's design.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1694210694
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1694210694
• Substitutable numbers: A1694210694, A 169 421 06 94
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Other Brake Parts

Purpose and function of the holder

The presented holder was designed specifically for the Mercedes B-Class W245 generation body and is responsible for the precise mounting of the brake hose in the front right wheel area. Its placement on the vehicle in the front right area allows for maintaining the correct routing of the hose relative to the steering knuckle, shock absorber, and wheel arch, which reduces the risk of chafing and uncontrolled contact with other suspension components.

A properly selected holder:

• maintains the brake hose in the position designed by the manufacturer,
• minimizes stress during suspension operation and wheel steering,
• supports even load distribution on the hose throughout the entire operating range of the system.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes component

The brake hose holder dedicated to the W245 ensures compatibility with the factory brake system design. This means proper fitment to the mounting points on the body and suspension components, without the need for modifications or creating additional mounts. In practice, this translates into:

• stable hose routing throughout the entire suspension travel,
• reduced risk of mechanical damage to the hose during long-term use,
• easier visual inspection of the hose condition during service checks.

For workshops and users who care about the consistency of technical solutions in the vehicle, this is a practical choice for brake system repairs, especially after replacing hoses, calipers, or suspension components in the front right part of the car.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is intended for installation in the front – right side of the vehicle zone, which is crucial when selecting the correct holder for a specific hose routing location. Proper placement:

• ensures adequate working slack of the hose relative to moving suspension parts,
• limits the possibility of twisting or shortening the effective length of the hose,
• facilitates maintaining the factory routing of the brake installation.

Selecting a holder consistent with the W245 design allows for installation based on existing mounting points, which is beneficial both in terms of technical aspects and service time efficiency.

Product characteristics and practical application

The Mercedes W245 Steering Knuckle Brake Hose Holder Front Right O/S, as an item from the Other group, plays an important auxiliary role in the entire braking system. Although it is not a working part of the braking mechanism itself, its task is to keep the hose in a stable position, which promotes the tightness and durability of the hose in the long term.

In practice, the holder is particularly useful in situations such as:

• post-accident repairs in the front right part of the vehicle,
• replacement of corroded or damaged brake hoses,
• restoring factory installation routing after suspension modifications.

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Selection of other Mercedes brake system components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as hoses, mounts, or additional holders, check out the available parts in the Other Mercedes category.

In the case of post-accident repairs, when it is necessary to replace a larger number of elements within the body and brake system, it is also worth considering the use of used structural components – you can find more on this topic in the guide Post-accident repair of your car: why are used body parts a better choice than replacements?, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting parts in the context of quality and cost-effectiveness of the repair.