Mercedes W169 Door Moulding Trim Strip Front Left N/S Tropical Black - 160

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W169 Door Moulding Trim Strip Front Left N/S Tropical Black is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front section of the vehicle. Precise fitment to the body lines and the factory Tropical Black - 160 color allow for an aesthetic and technically correct repair without the need for additional component adjustment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696900362-TBL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696900362
• Substitutable numbers: A1696900362, A 169 690 03 62
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Tropical Black Metallic - 160
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The trim strip has been designed specifically for installation on the front left door of W169 series models, ensuring proper geometry and alignment with the bodywork contours. Its placement on the vehicle in the front zone on the driver's side ensures correct alignment of the side body line and reduces the risk of leaks or unsightly gaps between components.

The properly selected profile of the trim strip supports the protection of the door edge against minor mechanical damage and helps maintain a consistent appearance of the entire side of the vehicle.

Color and finish Tropical Black - 160

The factory Tropical Black - 160 color is a dark, metallic finish characteristic of many Mercedes W169 body configurations. The use of an original paint coating facilitates visual matching to the existing vehicle paint, especially in the case of spot repairs where consistency of shade and structure is important.

The metallic paint layer improves light reflection and emphasizes the side line of the body, which is essential for maintaining the factory character of the car after repair or replacement of a damaged component.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door trim strip belongs to the Doors and door panels group, which means it is designed with requirements for rigidity, weather resistance, and compatibility with the door structure in mind. Its placement on the vehicle as a front, left component allows for clear identification during part selection and minimizes the risk of errors during installation.

The product comes from a used vehicle, which in practice means it is a component with preserved geometry and function, intended for re-installation after verification of its condition by the buyer. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident or renovation repairs where compliance with the manufacturer's original specification is important.

Practical application and benefits of choosing a used part

Using an original door trim strip in Tropical Black allows for a reduction in the scope of paint work, which translates into savings in time and repair costs. In many cases, proper installation and potential polishing are sufficient to achieve a consistent visual effect with the rest of the body.

Choosing a used part is also beneficial from the point of view of fitment – a component coming from the same body type retains the correct mounting points and shape, which facilitates installation and limits the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Repair expansion within the door and door panel area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional trim strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

Additional technical support

When planning broader work on the body or suspension, it is worth considering the impact of body geometry and rigidity on driving comfort. If you want to better understand the relationships between body components and the operation of the chassis as well as the selection of used components, the guide article Standard vs. sports suspension – differences in construction and selection of used parts may be helpful, where you will find practical tips and examples of applications.