Mercedes W169 W245 Door Hinge Front Left N/S Lower Night Black - 696 A1697200337

Mercedes W169 W245 Door Hinge Front Left N/S Lower Night Black is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for precise operation in the front left section of the vehicle. This used component ensures a factory-fit, maintaining the correct geometry for opening and closing the door, as well as color consistency with the bodywork in the Night Black Metallic shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697200337-NIB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697200337
• Substitutable numbers: A1697200337, A 169 720 03 37, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Night Black Metallic - 696
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The presented hinge is designed specifically for installation in the front left door of Mercedes W169 and W245 models. Its placement in the lower part of the door is responsible for stable door movement, proper load distribution, and maintaining the correct gap between the door, the fender, and the sill. Thanks to a design compliant with Mercedes factory standards, the component works with the original mounting points on the pillar and the door, which facilitates installation and adjustment.

Night Black Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The hinge is factory-finished in Night Black Metallic – 696, which is significant for post-accident repairs and bodywork corrections. Retaining the original paint on the door mounting component:

• facilitates visual matching in the door edge area,
• reduces the need for additional painting in hard-to-reach places,
• minimizes the risk of shade differences when blending with the existing paint coating.

For body and paint shops, this means a faster assembly process and a more predictable final result in the area where the door meets the pillar.

Technical and functional characteristics

The lower hinge operates at a critical point of the door structure, which is why its proper condition has a direct impact on:

• smooth door opening and closing without jamming,
• maintaining the correct door position relative to the body,
• reducing excessive play and rattling while driving on uneven surfaces.

Its original Mercedes origin ensures the appropriate rigidity and durability after installation, as well as compatibility with factory hinge adjustments used in W169 and W245 models.

Used condition and service application

The item is in used condition, making it a practical choice for maintenance and post-accident repairs where it is crucial to maintain factory door geometry while optimizing costs. This type of hinge is suitable for both professional body shops and independent workshops performing:

• replacement of a damaged hinge due to collision or corrosion,
• correction of sagging doors,
• work on the reconstruction of the side body section.

Thanks to the preservation of the original design, it is possible to precisely align the door relative to the pillar and the sill, which translates into vehicle comfort.

Complementary Mercedes body components

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

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