Mercedes W169 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S Kosmos Cosmic Black - 191

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mercedes W169 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S Kosmos Cosmic Black is an original body component from the Side skirts category, designed for the right side of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Kosmos Black Metallic color, it allows for a visually consistent repair or replacement of a damaged sill, maintaining the factory character of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696110408-KB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696110408
• Substitutable numbers: A1696110408, A 169 611 04 08
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the sill component

The right side skirt on the Mercedes W169 model is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower part of the body side and protects the sill area against mechanical damage and dirt. Using a dedicated component for this model ensures a proper fit to the body lines, which translates into stable mounting and correct alignment with adjacent panels.

This element is particularly important during post-collision repairs, bodywork restoration, or replacing corroded sections of the sill, where maintaining compliance with the factory body geometry is required.

Kosmos Black Metallic color – visual matching

The finish in the Kosmos Black Metallic shade allows for consistency with the original body paint in this color. The metallic structure of the paint coating provides the characteristic depth and light reflections typical of factory Mercedes paints in this tone.

For users who own a vehicle body in the same color, using this side skirt reduces the scope of additional paint work and makes it easier to achieve a uniform visual effect along the entire length of the vehicle's side.

Placement on the vehicle and mounting aspects

The side skirt is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the lower part of the body, along the sill. The appropriate shaping of the edges and mounting points allows for correct seating of the element relative to the factory holes and clips in the bodywork.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• verify the condition of the mounts in the bodywork before installation,
• thoroughly clean the sill area of dirt and corrosion,
• check the connection line with adjacent panels to ensure even gaps.

This type of preparation allows for stable attachment of the skirt and reduces the risk of stress or unwanted vibrations during operation.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered sill is a used component, which in practice means that it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of previous use appropriate to its age and application. This type of component is an attractive solution for users looking for a compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original vehicle specification.

Choosing a used side skirt allows for cost reduction while maintaining compliance with the factory body construction, which is important both from the point of view of aesthetics and the subsequent resale of the car.

Support in selection and additional information

If you are considering whether a new or used component is a better solution in your case, a guide article discussing the differences in costs, durability, and availability of parts may be helpful – check the material: Car parts – new or used? We compare costs, quality, and durability.

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 strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes side skirts category.