Mercedes-Benz W245 Protective Strip Left Rear Fender Horizon Blue A1696983362

Mercedes-Benz W245 Protective Strip Left Rear Fender Horizon Blue is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the fender edge while serving as a practical shield against minor mechanical damage and dirt. Thanks to the factory Horizon Blue Metallic – 391 paint finish, the strip blends harmoniously with the body lines, helping to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696904162-HBL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696904162
• Substitutable numbers: A1696904162, A 169 690 41 62, A1696983362, A 169 698 33 62, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Horizon Blue Metallic - 391
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The rear left fender protective strip has been designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 generation models. Mounted on the rear part of the bodywork on the driver's side, it acts as a fender edge guard and a visual closure for the side line. Due to its precise profile, it fits the factory body stamping, which reduces the risk of stress and leaks in the mounting area.

This component helps to limit the impact of typical operational hazards, such as stone chips, minor parking scrapes, or dirt thrown up by the wheel. Stable mounting and a tailored shape promote the maintenance of correct side line geometry, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

Color and paint matching Horizon Blue Metallic – 391

The strip is finished in the factory color Horizon Blue Metallic – 391, characteristic of many Mercedes-Benz W245 units. The metallic shade not only highlights the side body line but also facilitates integration with the vehicle's existing paint, minimizing the need for additional painting while maintaining proper color consistency.

Selecting a component in the same paint code helps to limit tonal differences that could arise when using parts in a different color or raw parts that require a full painting process. This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged strip after a collision or during local repairs of the rear fender area.

Mounting characteristics and body zone

The strip is intended for installation in the rear left fender area, in the immediate vicinity of the door and wheel arch. The factory geometry of the component facilitates installation in accordance with the manufacturer's original technology, which makes it easier to maintain the gaps and lines characteristic of the W245 body. Once correctly installed, the strip works with the other side panels, creating a cohesive system of doors, door panels, and adjacent body components.

Due to its OEM design, the component is intended to work with the original mounting points on the body. This is crucial for post-accident repairs, where the ability to restore the factory panel layout without the need for body modifications is essential.

Condition and use in body repairs

The offered strip is a used original component, meaning it has been removed from a vehicle and retains its factory structural specifications. This type of part is particularly useful for repairs where maintaining original stampings, shape, and compatibility with other body panels is key. In many cases, using an OEM part from the secondary market allows for better fitment than universal profile replacements.

The rear fender protective strip is suitable for both local replacement of a damaged part and broader restoration of the side body, including doors, fenders, and adjacent panels. Visual and structural consistency with other body components helps achieve a predictable final result after repair.

Complementary Mercedes body components

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

For more extensive body and paint work, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of systems interacting with the body, such as engine cooling or auxiliary installations. Additional information on the impact of engine operating temperature on component durability can be found in the article Engine cooling system – overheating, repair, and used radiators, which helps to better plan the scope of service during major vehicle repairs.