Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Front Right O/S Handle Grab Polar Silver

Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Front Right O/S Handle Grab Polar Silver is an original body component designed for installation on the driver or passenger side, depending on the steering wheel configuration. The Polar Silver Metallic shade ensures a consistent match with the factory paint, while the design, compliant with the manufacturer's specifications, facilitates installation and restores full door opening functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A1697660002-PS2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697660002
• Substitutable numbers: A1697660002, A 169 766 00 02, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and body fitment

The presented door handle is designed for installation on the front right door of the corresponding Mercedes A and B Class models. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle allows for precise fitting to the factory mounting hole and lock mechanism, without the need for modifications or additional adjustments.

The geometry of the handle has been designed to maintain proper grip ergonomics and the correct operating angle relative to the lock and internal linkages. As a result, after replacement, the door opening mechanism's operation is restored, and the force required to unlock them remains at the factory level.

Polar Silver Metallic finish

The Polar Silver Metallic color is a distinctive metallic silver shade used in the Mercedes paint range. Using the correct color on the handle allows for visual consistency with the rest of the body, reducing the need for additional painting when the vehicle's paint code is matched correctly.

The metallic finish ensures an aesthetic appearance of the surface and good integration into the car's side line. For vehicles used daily, replacing the handle with a component in the correct color allows for the quick restoration of a uniform door appearance following mechanical damage or signs of wear.

Characteristics of the used component

As a secondary market part, the handle comes from disassembly, meaning it is a functional component that has been previously used. This type of solution allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original construction and geometry of the handle.

In practice, a used Mercedes door handle represents a favorable compromise between cost and quality – especially in the case of post-accident repairs, replacement after parking damage, or restoring the efficiency of the door opening mechanism without interfering with the door structure.

Benefits of using an original door handle

• Factory fitment for the front right door of the corresponding Mercedes A and B Class models.
• Color consistent with Polar Silver Metallic paint, which facilitates maintaining the visual consistency of the body.
• Reproduction of grip ergonomics and door opening mechanism operation.
• Cost-effective solution thanks to the use of a secondary market part.

By using an original handle from the same model group, the proper mounting gaps, body side line, and daily door usage comfort are maintained.

Expanding the scope of repair and selecting other handles

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 external handles, rear handles, or additional grip elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes door handles category.

To better select the appropriate door handle for a specific body version and avoid mistakes when choosing used parts, it is worth using practical expert tips – detailed advice can be found in the article No more bad purchases! How to professionally select used car parts.