Mercedes W245 Radiator Air Duct Intake Channel Cover Bracket Part A1695050330

The Mercedes W245 Radiator Air Duct is a factory component of the air channeling system in the front of the body, designed to work with the water radiator. It is responsible for directing airflow onto the radiator core, which promotes stable cooling system operation and reduces the risk of engine overheating. As an original Mercedes component, it ensures correct mounting geometry and fit to the front end structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1695050330-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1695050330
• Substitutable numbers: A1695050330, A 169 505 03 30
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Radiators

Purpose and Function of the Component

The presented air duct is part of the cooling system within the Water Radiators category, mounted in the front area of the vehicle. Its task is to direct the stream of air from the bumper or grille intake onto the radiator surface, ensuring the flow is as uniform and efficient as possible. A correctly installed component improves the engine's thermal operating conditions, especially during driving in higher ambient temperatures or in city traffic.

Its placement in the front area of the vehicle also means the duct plays a supporting role for adjacent components – it helps maintain proper clearances between the radiator and other structural elements, reducing unwanted vibrations and potential part collisions.

Construction, Fit, and Installation

As an original component designed for the compact class Mercedes, the air duct is engineered for the specific geometry of the front end. This means that the mounting points, the shape of the guides, and the profile of the air intake and outlet are adapted to the factory water radiator system in the given model. This ensures a streamlined installation process, without the need for modifications or adjustments of aftermarket replacements.

A used part of this type is particularly valuable for accident repairs, where the front of the body needs to be rebuilt while maintaining the factory airflow path. Proper fitting of the duct with the radiator and supporting elements contributes to maintaining stable cooling parameters over the long term.

Benefits of Using an Original Air Duct

Using a factory air duct in the cooling system offers a range of practical benefits:

• maintaining the manufacturer's designed direction and intensity of airflow through the water radiator,
• reducing the risk of localized overheating resulting from improper radiator core cooling,
• better fit with adjacent structural elements in the front of the vehicle,
• stable mounting, reducing vibration transfer to the radiator and other cooling system components.

This makes the air duct an important element in restoring proper cooling system operating conditions after a collision or when replacing a radiator with another used unit.

Condition, Service Application, and Part Selection

The offered air duct is a used part from disassembly and is intended for reinstallation in a vehicle where the factory airflow to the radiator needs to be restored. A used component of this type allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining the original cooling system design. This is a practical solution for both body and mechanical workshops, as well as individual users rebuilding the front of their vehicle after mechanical damage.

When selecting the component, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the specific body version and cooling system configuration of the particular vehicle. An original Mercedes air duct ensures consistency with other system components, which translates to predictable engine operating temperatures.

Related Cooling System Components and Technical Knowledge

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 air ducts, flow guiding covers, or radiator mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Mercedes Water Radiators category.

To better understand how correctly selected air channeling elements affect radiator efficiency at high temperatures, we recommend reading our guide: Summer Heat vs. Cooling System: Used Radiators and Fans Guarantee Savings. You will find practical tips on operating and diagnosing the cooling system using used components.