Door Handle Mercedes W169 W245 Grab Front Rear Left N/S Horizon Blue - 391

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Door Handle Mercedes W169 W245 Grab Front Rear Left N/S Horizon Blue is an original body component from the Door handles group, designed for installation on the left side of W169 series models. The Horizon Blue Metallic paint finish allows for aesthetic matching to the factory body color without the need for additional painting or with minimal corrective work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697660501-HBL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697660501
• Substitutable numbers: A1697660501, A 169 766 05 01
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Left
• Color: Horizon Blue Metallic - 391
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented handle is designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle, on both front and rear doors, which facilitates fitting for various body configurations in the W169 series. This solution allows for the use of a single component in multiple mounting positions, which is beneficial for post-accident repairs or the replacement of worn-out components.

Placement on the driver's side or the rear passenger side ensures a consistent body styling line and proper door opening ergonomics. The handle design is compatible with factory mounting points, ensuring that installation is predictable and does not require bodywork modifications.

Color and Horizon Blue Metallic paint matching

The Horizon Blue Metallic shade is a characteristic metallic color used in models of this series, ensuring a consistent appearance with other body elements. The metallic structure of the paint allows for good light diffusion, which limits the visibility of minor shade differences when the repair is performed correctly.

For body shops and end users, it is important that the handle comes pre-finished in the correct color, which can significantly reduce repair time and limit the costs of additional painting. In the case of local paint corrections, it is easier to match the existing coating than to perform a full paint job on the component from scratch.

Technical characteristics and installation

The handle belongs to the Door handles group, which means it is compatible with the factory door geometry and standard opening mechanisms. The design is intended to work with the original lock and linkages, ensuring that after proper installation, full functionality of opening and closing the door from the outside is maintained.

The component is prepared for installation in place of the factory handle, using standard mounting points. During installation, it is recommended to:

• check the condition of the lock mechanism and linkages before finally tightening the component,
• check the operating clearances of the handle after installation,
• verify the correct operation of the lock by opening and closing the door several times.

This procedure helps reduce the risk of needing to re-intervene in the door after the repair is completed.

Product condition and use in repairs

The offered handle is a used component, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-functionality ratio while maintaining original geometry and fit to the body. For many users and workshops, this is a sensible solution for maintenance or post-accident repairs, especially when consistency with the factory body line is a priority.

A used body component allows for the preservation of original stampings and shape, which is important for precise fitting with doors and moldings. When replacing a single handle, an aesthetic effect can be achieved without the need to interfere with adjacent body elements.

If you want to better understand the differences between original, replacement, and used parts in terms of cost-effectiveness, quality, and matching by identification numbers, it is worth reading the article Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?, which discusses these issues in detail.

Repair expansion – other Mercedes door handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as external grips, handles for other doors, or additional items from this group, check the available parts in the Mercedes door handles category.