Mercedes-Benz B W245 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S Horizon Blue - 391

Mercedes-Benz B W245 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S Horizon Blue is an original body component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the lower edge of the bodywork while serving as a practical shield for the sill area against mechanical damage. Thanks to the factory Horizon Blue Metallic color, the component harmoniously matches the vehicle's paintwork in this shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696111608-HBL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696111608
• Substitutable numbers: A1696111608, A 169 611 16 08
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Horizon Blue Metallic - 391
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The described door sill cover is designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz B W245 model, intended for the right side of the body. Its task is to protect the lower part of the doors and the sill from stone chips, dirt, and typical operational damage that occurs during daily driving.

The element also serves a visual function – it streamlines the vehicle's side profile, improves the optical perception of the sill area, and helps maintain a consistent look of the factory body kit. Using an original door sill cover is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restoring the car to the manufacturer's specifications.

Color and paint matching

The cover is factory-finished in the Horizon Blue Metallic shade, which allows for precise matching to bodywork painted in the same color. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the other body panels, reducing the need for additional painting when the vehicle's color is correctly matched.

This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single component after damage – maintaining the original shade makes it easier to achieve an even color transition and reduces the risk of visible differences in paint tone.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door sill cover is structurally prepared for installation at the factory mounting points on the W245 body on the right side. The properly selected geometry facilitates alignment with the door line and other side elements, which translates into stable seating and correct performance during operation.

The component has a specific weight, which is important from the point of view of transport and installation planning, especially when working with a larger number of body panels. Using an original door sill cover allows you to avoid problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as inaccurate fitment or the need for additional modifications.

Use in body repairs and restoration

The presented door sill cover will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged component and for more extensive body and paint work in the side area of the body. A used original component represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the vehicle's factory character.

Choosing an original cover is particularly recommended for cars where maintaining visual and structural consistency is important – for example, when preparing a car for sale or restoring it to a condition close to factory-new.

Expansion of sill area modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the sill area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional moldings, check the available parts in the Mercedes door sill covers category.

Technical support and expertise

When performing service work on the body and associated systems, it is worth using reliable sources of technical knowledge. For vehicles with a diesel engine, material discussing typical operational problems may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Diesel injector faults – how to recognize them and the risks of neglecting them.