Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Door Grab Handle Left N/S Comet Grey - 748

Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Door Grab Handle Left N/S Comet Grey is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation in the rear left area of Mercedes compact class vehicles. The paint in the Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748 shade ensures color consistency of the bodywork and reduces the need for additional painting after replacing the part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697660501-KMG1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697660501
• Substitutable numbers: A1697660501, A 1697660501, A 169 766 05 01, A 169 760 01 70 9761, A16976001709761, A 169 766 05 01 9761, A16976605019761
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and body fitment

The presented handle has been designed specifically for installation in the rear left part of the body of Mercedes W169 and W245 series models. The construction corresponds to the factory solution used by the manufacturer, which facilitates installation in place of a damaged component without the need for bodywork modifications or interference with the door structure.

Proper profiling of the handle body ensures correct adhesion to the door skin, maintenance of body lines, and correct operation of the opening mechanism. Thanks to this, after replacement, it is possible to restore the original functionality of the door while maintaining aesthetics consistent with the Mercedes factory standard.

Color and surface finish

The element is finished in Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748, used at the factory in selected Mercedes paint configurations. The metallic structure of the paint allows for harmonious integration of the handle into the side line of the body, which is particularly important for spot repairs after a collision or mechanical damage.

For body and paint shops as well as end users, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting work – in many cases, proper fitting and installation are sufficient, without the need for full painting of the element from scratch.

Performance characteristics and installation

The rear left handle for the Mercedes W169/W245 has been constructed with the aim of maintaining factory door opening ergonomics. The geometry of the handle and the mounting method are consistent with the solutions used by the manufacturer, which translates into:

• stable seating in the door skin,
• correct cooperation with the internal lock mechanism,
• repeatable, predictable travel when opening the door.

As an item from the Door handles category, this part is intended for direct replacement of a damaged component within a single mounting point, which facilitates repair planning and shortens vehicle downtime in the workshop.

Condition of the item and use in repairs

The product comes from dismantling and is intended for re-installation in Mercedes vehicles where the handle in the rear left part of the body has been damaged. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where maintaining the original geometry of external elements and optimizing service costs are important.

Using an original door handle allows for maintaining visual consistency with other body elements, while simultaneously reducing the risk of fitment problems typical of aftermarket parts with universal construction.

Support with selection and repair expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the body access zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as external grips, handles for other doors, or compatible housings, check the available parts in the Mercedes door handles category.

In a situation where you want to shorten the car's downtime in the service and optimize costs, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding the use of used OEM elements – you will find them in the article Availability of car parts off the shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten the stay in the workshop?.