Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Mountain Gray Grey

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Mountain Gray Grey is an original body component designed for precise installation in the rear fender. This used part ensures a factory-fit, maintaining the consistency of the body lines and paint aesthetics. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, or replacing a damaged fuel flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697500406-MB
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697500406
• Substitutable numbers: A1697500406, A 169 750 04 06, AS
• Color: Monacoblau Metallic - A35
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented fuel flap is dedicated to the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 model and works with the factory socket in the rear fender. It is responsible for covering the fuel filler, protecting the cap, and maintaining the continuity of the painted surface in the rear wheel arch area.

The component belongs to the Rear wheel arches and fenders group, making it fit perfectly into the structure of the side body, requiring no modifications and allowing for the preservation of the original body geometry.

Color and paint matching

The flap is factory-painted in the Monacoblau Metallic - A35 shade, which facilitates matching with the existing vehicle paint in the same color. The metallic coating provides a characteristic depth of color and harmonizes well with the styling line of the B-Class W245.

In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of paint work solely to potential polishing or minor shade adjustment, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

Installation characteristics

As an original body component, the flap is prepared for installation at factory mounting points. The design intended for the W245 enables:

• maintaining the correct gap between the flap and the fender,
• compatibility with the standard opening mechanism,
• proper sealing of the fuel filler area.

Such a solution facilitates quick installation in a professional body and paint shop or a workshop specializing in the Mercedes-Benz brand.

Application in body repairs

The used fuel flap is particularly suitable for:

• repairs after collisions in the rear wheel arch area,
• replacing a component with mechanical damage or corrosion,
• completing missing parts after previous bodywork interventions.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory shape and paint, it serves as a practical base for restoring the original appearance of the body, without the need to fit replacements with uncertain geometry.

Complementary body parts and technical knowledge

If you are planning a broader repair of the rear body section or replacing other elements in this area, it is worth browsing the offer of related components in the Rear wheel arches and fenders category to select a coherent set of body parts.

During comprehensive body service work, it is often combined with an inspection of key vehicle systems. In such a case, the article on the impact of the cooling system and oil coolers on engine durability may be helpful, allowing you to better plan the scope of service work on a Mercedes or other premium class cars.

Summary

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Mountain Gray Grey is a practical choice for body repairs when you want to maintain the original styling and ensure a correct fit with the rear fender. This used, original body component allows for a technically correct and economical renovation of the fuel filler area, while maintaining the characteristic look of the B-Class W245.