Door Handle Mercedes W169 W245 Grab Rear Left N/S Outside Primed A1697600334

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Door Handle Mercedes W169 W245 Grab Rear Left N/S Outside Primed is an original body component designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory-prepared primed surface, it serves as a practical base for painting to match the specific body color, facilitating precise visual alignment. This solution allows for efficient replacement of a damaged handle while maintaining the vehicle's consistent appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697600334-PRIM
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697600334
• Substitutable numbers: A1697600334, A 169 760 03 34
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Primed
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and body fitment

The presented handle is designed for installation on the rear left door of Mercedes compact class W169 and W245 series vehicles. The vehicle placement is factory-defined, which simplifies the selection of the correct part for accident repairs or maintenance replacements. The use of the original design ensures proper interaction with the lock mechanism and comfortable door opening from the outside.

Surface prepared for painting (primed color)

The handle features a primed surface, meaning it is factory-primed and ready for the application of base coat and clear coat. This type of finish:

• facilitates achieving an even paint coating,
• accelerates the process of matching the color to the existing body paint,
• allows the painter to use standard preparation and painting procedures.

As a result, the component can be easily integrated into a professional body and paint repair process, minimizing the risk of shade differences compared to other body panels.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a part from the Door handles group, the product is adapted for daily road use, taking into account the mechanical loads resulting from frequent door opening and closing. The design intended for the specific Mercedes model allows for:

• maintaining the correct handle geometry relative to the door skin,
• consistent operation with the existing lock mechanism and linkages,
• installation in the factory location without the need for bodywork modifications.

The element comes from the used body parts segment, making it a cost-effective solution for repairs where both functionality and service cost control are important.

Application in Mercedes service and restoration

Replacing the rear left exterior handle is a typical stage of repair following parking damage, side collisions, or mechanical wear of the handle. Using an original component dedicated to Mercedes allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the body and proper fitment with the door line. This is particularly important in vehicles where maintaining the factory appearance and ergonomics is a priority.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door access zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as exterior handles, interior handles, or additional opening mechanism components, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Door handles category.

More about used body components

When selecting used body components, it is worth paying attention to the quality of surface preparation and the possibility of repainting them according to the manufacturer's technology. Additional information on how to effectively use used body parts and maintain aesthetics close to factory standards can be found in the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?.