Mercedes A-Class W169 Trunk Tailgate Rear Left Hinge Polar Silver A1697400737

Mercedes A-Class W169 Trunk Tailgate Rear Left Hinge Polar Silver is an original body component designed for the rear section of the vehicle, ensuring stable guidance and precise opening of the tailgate. Thanks to its factory-fit design for the Mercedes W169 and color compatibility with the Pure Silver Metallic paint, the hinge allows for a technically correct, aesthetic, and functional repair of the rear body area. It is a practical solution for users who expect reliable operation of the tailgate mechanism without the need for modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697400737-PS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697400737
• Substitutable numbers: A1697400737, A 1697400737, A 169 740 07 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and body fitment

The presented hinge is a component from the Tailgates and rear parts group, mounted in the rear left section of the body. Its geometry is adapted to the construction of the Mercedes W169 compact series, which allows for maintaining the correct tailgate geometry, proper gap lines, and correct closing. Its placement in the rear zone means the component is responsible for both guiding the tailgate and bearing loads during opening and closing.

Technical and functional characteristics

The hinge operates on the tailgate opening axis, ensuring smooth movement and stable support for the tailgate wing. The design is prepared to work with factory body and tailgate mounts, which reduces the risk of improper fitment or stress on the sheet metal. The component has been designed with the following in mind:

• maintaining the correct position of the tailgate relative to the body,
• ensuring a repeatable, predictable opening path,
• bearing loads resulting from the weight of the tailgate and forces acting during operation.

As a result, the hinge is suitable both for standard replacement after mechanical damage and for post-accident repairs, where restoring the factory geometry of the rear part of the vehicle is crucial.

Color and visual aspect

The component is finished in the Pure Silver Metallic - 900 shade, which corresponds to the popular silver paint used on Mercedes W169 models. Using a hinge in this color limits the scope of paint work in the mounting area, and with the proper selection of other elements, it allows for a visually consistent restoration of the rear body section. This is particularly important for repairs where not only functionality but also aesthetics and compliance with the original vehicle finish matter.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered hinge comes from disassembly and is a used component, which allows for an economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of component is frequently chosen by body and paint shops as well as services specializing in the Mercedes brand, as it allows for the restoration of the factory mounting system without the need to adapt replacements. It will work well both in routine repairs and in the reconstruction of vehicles after collisions, where restoring the correct operation of the tailgate is required.

Integration with other tailgate components

When replacing the hinge, it is worth paying attention to the condition of other components working within the tailgate area, such as lift struts, locks, or seals. A correctly selected and installed hinge reduces the risk of overloading these elements, which translates into stable operation of the entire opening system. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, mounts, or tailgate brackets, check the available parts in the Mercedes Tailgates and rear parts category.

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