Mercedes-Benz A W169 Hinge Left N/S Bonnet Front Sand Dune Beige A1698800128

Mercedes-Benz A W169 Hinge Left N/S Bonnet Front Sand Dune Beige in Sand Dune Beige Metallic is an original body component designed for precise guidance and support of the bonnet. As a product from the Bonnets category, it ensures the correct opening and closing geometry of the engine cover, which translates into safe operation and stable alignment with the fenders and bumper.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800128-SDB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800128
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800128, A 169 880 01 28, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Sand Dune Beige Metallic - 791
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hinge is designed for installation in the front part of the body on the left side, within the bonnet compartment. It is responsible for:

• stable guidance of the bonnet during opening and closing,
• maintaining the correct position of the cover relative to the body,
• reducing play and unwanted vibrations of the bonnet while driving.

Thanks to its factory design, the hinge works with the original mounting points on the body and the bonnet, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the body line in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

Color Sand Dune Beige Metallic – 791

The component is finished in Sand Dune Beige Metallic paint, characteristic of selected color configurations of the Mercedes A-Class W169. In practice, this means that if the paint coating is in good condition, additional painting can be reduced or completely omitted, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

Selecting a hinge in the same shade as the bonnet and fenders allows for maintaining a consistent appearance of the front body section, which is particularly important during post-accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to a state close to factory condition.

Benefits of using an original bonnet hinge

Using an original bonnet hinge in a Mercedes A-Class W169 provides a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fit – maintaining the correct bonnet opening geometry and compatibility with serial mounting points.
• Stable body alignment – reducing the risk of the bonnet edges rubbing against the fenders and bumper.
• Safe bonnet operation – predictable hinge performance during daily vehicle use.
• Visual consistency – paint in the Sand Dune Beige Metallic shade helps maintain a uniform look for the front of the car.

Condition and service application

The used component is a good solution for post-accident repairs, bonnet geometry corrections, or replacing a damaged left-side hinge. Choosing an original component from the Bonnets category allows for maintaining compliance with the factory design, which is important for both safety and the future resale value of the vehicle.

Mercedes Bonnets – selecting other components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional mounts, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bonnets category.

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