Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Water Coolant Hose Pipe Radiator A1695011182

Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Water Coolant Hose Pipe Radiator is an original cooling system component from the Cables, hoses and pipes group, designed for use in Mercedes vehicles. This used part allows for a technical, cost-effective, and safe replacement of a damaged hose while maintaining the factory geometry of the coolant flow.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1695011182
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1695011182
• Substitutable numbers: A1695011182, A 169 501 11 82
• Category: Hoses, Lines & Pipes

Purpose and function of the radiator hose

The radiator hose in Mercedes compact class models is responsible for the stable flow of coolant between key components of the engine cooling system. The properly selected cross-section, shape, and flexibility of the hose ensure correct operating pressure and reduce the risk of localized overheating, which translates into a longer service life of the power unit.

The original hose from this series is designed for a specific body style and engine compartment layout, ensuring proper routing, preventing friction against adjacent components, and working seamlessly with factory clamps and mounts.

Benefits of using an original hose

Using an original radiator hose from the Cables, hoses and pipes group in your car allows you to maintain cooling system performance consistent with the manufacturer's specifications. In practice, this means:

• stable engine operating temperature across a wide range of loads,
• reduced risk of leaks at connections thanks to perfectly fitted ends,
• correct hose positioning relative to the fan, covers, and body components,
• easier diagnostics of potential leaks due to the predictable routing of the cooling lines.

For the user, this means more predictable operation, a reduction in unplanned vehicle downtime, and the ability to keep the cooling system in a condition close to factory-new without the need for compromise replacements.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered radiator hose is a used part, sourced from the dismantling of a Mercedes vehicle. Such a part, provided it maintains its integrity and proper material flexibility, is a sensible solution for users looking for a technically sound component at a more favorable price than a new equivalent. A used hose also allows for consistency with other cooling system components, which often have a similar degree of wear.

Before installation, a standard service procedure is recommended: inspecting the surface for micro-cracks, assessing the condition of the connectors, and replacing hose clamps if their condition is questionable. This approach minimizes the risk of subsequent leaks and allows you to fully utilize the potential of the part.

Selection and compatibility in the cooling system

When selecting a radiator hose for a specific Mercedes model, it is crucial to match it to the body version and engine configuration. The original component from this series has been designed to work with factory radiator, thermostat, and other system component connectors. As a result, installation is predictable, without the need for modifications or additional adapters.

In practice, a correctly selected hose:

• eliminates stress on connectors and joints,
• reduces the risk of chafing against metal and plastic elements,
• ensures proper coolant flow throughout the entire engine RPM range.

Cooling system expansion and related parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional cables, flexible hoses, or rigid pipes carrying coolant, check the available parts in the Mercedes cables, hoses and pipes category.

If you are simultaneously upgrading your interior comfort and considering replacing seats with branded components from dismantling, you can find practical tips on the impact of such a modification on ergonomics and vehicle value in the article: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.

Summary

Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Water Coolant Hose Pipe Radiator is a technically matched, used cooling system component that allows you to restore proper coolant circulation in Mercedes vehicles. Choosing an original hose from the Cables, hoses and pipes group supports stable engine operation, facilitates installation, and helps maintain the factory configuration of the system, which is important both from the point of view of reliability and the future resale of the vehicle.