Mercedes W169 W245 Front Right Door O/S Window Electric Lifter Motor

Mercedes W169 W245 Front Right Door O/S Window Electric Lifter Motor is an original component from the Window regulators and motors group, designed to control the front passenger side window in Mercedes vehicles. It enables stable, predictable operation of the window lifting and lowering mechanism, ensuring ease of use and proper integration with the vehicle's factory electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698201842
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698201842
• Substitutable numbers: A1698201842, A 169 820 18 42, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Window Motors & Regulators

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented window lifter motor is intended for installation in the front right part of the body, i.e., on the passenger side. It acts as an electric drive working with the window guide mechanism, responsible for the smooth raising and lowering of the window in the front door. Thanks to its precise fit to the factory Mercedes electrical system, this component allows for full control functionality from both the door panel and the driver's console.

Technical characteristics and compatibility

The motor belongs to the Window regulators and motors group, meaning it is designed to operate in demanding conditions – with frequent duty cycles, variable temperatures, and exposure to vibrations. The design provides for integration with the factory window control module, ensuring that comfort closing functions and overload protection are maintained, provided they are equipped in the specific vehicle.

Original manufacturer markings and assignment to a specific mounting position facilitate part selection during repair or replacement of a damaged drive. To ensure compatibility, it is recommended to compare the parameters with the existing component in the car or with the vehicle's service documentation.

Component condition and service application

The window lifter motor is offered as a used part, which allows for economical repair of the window lifting system while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where:

• the existing window drive has stopped responding or is operating unstably,
• there are issues with the window stopping at random positions,
• replacement of the element is necessary following mechanical damage to the door.

Using an original motor from the same model group reduces the risk of electrical and mechanical compatibility issues and shortens installation time compared to universal solutions.

Benefits of installation and practical aspects

Replacing a faulty window drive with a functional lifter motor brings measurable user benefits:

• restores full functionality of the passenger side window control,
• eliminates annoying jams or lack of response to control buttons,
• ensures consistency with the vehicle's factory comfort system.

Thanks to the original design, installation is carried out using factory mounting points and electrical connectors, which facilitates service work and limits the need for system modifications. This is a practical solution for both workshops and users servicing their cars themselves.

Mercedes window regulators and motors – expansion and service

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door and window area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as window drives, control modules, or complete lifter mechanisms, check the available parts in the Mercedes window regulators and motors category.

Technical support and service knowledge

When working with electrical body systems – such as window drives, locks, or comfort modules – it is worth using reliable sources of information on typical faults and diagnostic methods. A good supplement when planning repairs in vehicles of this class may be reading a guide on problematic engines and service costs, available in the article Emergency BMW E90 engines: check what can ruin your budget!, which shows how a conscious approach to operation and repair helps reduce unforeseen expenses.

If you are interested in a broader context of using used components when refreshing cars from the turn of 1998–2012 – including Mercedes models – it is worth familiarizing yourself with the practical tips contained in the material Second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, which discusses modernization scenarios and the selection of parts from the secondary market.