Mercedes ML W164 Front Door Trim Molding Strip Left N/S Calcite White - 650

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes ML W164 Front Door Trim Molding Strip Left N/S Calcite White is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the driver's side. This used part ensures a factory fit, a consistent Calcite White paint finish, and secure mounting along the lower door edge. It is a practical solution for accident repairs, corrosion correction, or aesthetic restoration of the side bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1646905162-CW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1646905162
• Substitutable numbers: A1646905162, A 164 690 51 62
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Calcite White - 650
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The front left door molding for the Mercedes ML W164 is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower door panel and provides partial protection for the metal against minor mechanical damage. It is mounted on the front door on the left side, ensuring the vehicle's side line remains consistent with the manufacturer's design.

The component in Calcite White – 650 allows for maintaining a uniform body color without the need for full repainting of the entire side of the vehicle, which is particularly beneficial for local repairs or the replacement of individual components.

Benefits of using an original door molding

Using a factory door molding on a Mercedes ML W164 offers a range of practical advantages:

• preservation of the original geometry and side body line,
• color consistency with the manufacturer's Calcite White paint specification,
• secure attachment to the door structure, reducing the risk of looseness and vibrations,
• easier alignment with adjacent body components.

As a result, replacing a damaged molding with an original component allows you to restore the vehicle's factory appearance without compromising on fitment or visual surface continuity.

Installation characteristics

The molding is designed for installation in the front door area on the left side, in accordance with the factory body layout of the Mercedes ML W164. The component's design is prepared to work with the original mounting points in the door, which facilitates the work of body shop technicians and painters and reduces repair time.

This used part allows for an economical restoration of the side bodywork while maintaining the original finish character, which is important both for accident repairs and when preparing the car for sale or a technical inspection.

Application in body repairs

The door molding in Calcite White is particularly useful in situations where:

• the original molding has been mechanically damaged (scratches, cracks, deformations),
• replacement of the component is necessary after bodywork on the door,
• the vehicle has undergone local painting and it is required to restore a consistent look to the side of the body.

Choosing an original molding in the correct color limits the scope of additional painting work and allows for a more predictable visual end result.

Complementary Mercedes body components

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 panels, reinforcements, or additional moldings, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

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