Mercedes-Benz A W169 Cover Panel Frame Trim Centre Console Dashboard A1696801255

Mercedes W169 Console Frame Panel A1696801255 is an item from the dashboard category, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle's interior. It serves as a solid base for mounting control panels and equipment in the central part of the cockpit, ensuring a cohesive, aesthetic appearance and stable attachment of console elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696801255
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696801255
• Substitutable numbers: A1696801255, A 169 680 12 55
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Console Frame Purpose and Function

The console frame for the Mercedes W169 model is responsible for the correct positioning and support of the central dashboard elements. It allows for precise installation of the control panel, buttons, and other modules, ensuring the cockpit line is even and the gaps between elements are maintained according to the manufacturer's standards. This preserves the interior's factory look and makes operating devices convenient and predictable.

Construction and Dashboard Fit

As an element of the dashboard group, the frame is designed for the specific mounting points and interior geometry of the Mercedes W169. Appropriately profiled edges and mounting points allow for a stable connection with the cockpit structure, without stress or unwanted play. This precise fit reduces the risk of creaks and vibrations during driving, and also facilitates reassembly after servicing or replacement of other components.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The frame operates in the front part of the interior, in the immediate vicinity of the driver and passenger, so its correct installation is important for both ergonomics and operational safety. When installing, pay attention to:

• correct insertion of all clips into the dashboard sockets,
• even tightening of fasteners to avoid material stress,
• checking the gaps between the frame and adjacent console elements.

This approach helps maintain a cohesive cockpit appearance and provides stable support for the panels and modules mounted within the frame.

Used Product Characteristics

The offered console frame is a used item, which means it comes from a dismantled vehicle and has undergone verification for its suitability for further use. For many users, this is a beneficial solution as it allows for maintaining the original interior specifications while reducing costs compared to new components. A used part with preserved mounting geometry allows for efficient installation and restoration of the central cockpit functionality.

Benefits of Using an Original Console Frame

Using an original console frame in a Mercedes W169 translates into several practical advantages:

• factory fit to the dashboard and other interior elements,
• cohesive cockpit appearance after repair or modernization,
• stable mounting of the center panel and control elements,
• easier installation due to preserved original mounting points.

For workshops and individual users, this means shorter work times and a lower risk of element fitment issues.

Other Mercedes Dashboards and Parts Selection Knowledge

If you are looking for other Mercedes dashboards for your car, check out the Mercedes dashboards available in our store to select the right part for your specific body version and equipment.

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