Towing Eye Cover Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Bumper Steppe Brown - 490 A1698851722

Towing Eye Cover Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Bumper Steppe Brown is a precisely fitted body component designed for the rear bumper of popular compact class models. Thanks to its factory origin from the Mercedes line, it ensures a proper fit with the bumper and a consistent look with the original body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698851722-STE
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698851722
• Substitutable numbers: A1698851722, A 169 885 17 22
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Steppe Brown Metallic - 490
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The described cover is dedicated to the rear part of the vehicle and serves as an aesthetic and practical closure for the towing eye socket. Once installed, it creates a flush surface with the bumper, limits the accumulation of dirt around the towing eye mounting point, and helps maintain a tidy appearance of the rear body area.

The component belongs to the Bumper inserts and covers group, which means it was designed to correctly follow the bumper line and maintain the factory geometry of the rear bodywork.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in the Steppe Brown Metallic shade, which allows for a seamless match with the bodywork in the same color without the need for additional painting. The metallic coating provides a characteristic depth of color and blends well with the styling line of the W169 and W245 models, emphasizing their understated, elegant character.

Thanks to the factory profiling, the edges of the cover adhere to the bumper in the manner intended by the manufacturer, which minimizes the risk of gaps, vibrations, or unwanted noises while driving.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The offered cover comes from the used parts segment, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining original manufacturing quality. In practice, this means the possibility of restoring the completeness of the rear bumper without the need to invest in a new component, while retaining the factory shape and mounting points.

Using an original cover in place of a missing or damaged element allows you to:

• visually complete the rear part of the bumper,
• limit the exposure of the towing eye socket to dirt,
• maintain the stylistic consistency of the bodywork within the rear zone of the vehicle.

Installation area and practical aspects

The cover is intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, in the location factory-designated for the towing eye plug. The design, matched to the specific body generation, facilitates installation and allows for the use of original mounting points in the bumper.

A properly selected element of this type helps maintain an orderly appearance of the rear of the car, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

Related Mercedes body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, inserts, or bumper plugs, check the available parts in the Mercedes bumper inserts and covers category.

If you are interested in a broader context of operation and servicing of cars of this brand, it is worth reading practical tips on maintaining engine accessories in popular C and E class models in the article "Reliability under the star sign – how to take care of engine accessories in popular Mercedes-Benz C and E class models?", which helps in consciously selecting proven components for vehicle service.