Mercedes W245 Centre Console Dashboard Middle Cover Panel Trim A1696802939

Mercedes W245 Centre Console Dashboard Middle Cover Panel Trim is an original interior component from the Dashboard category, designed for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the centre console in Mercedes vehicles. Its carefully designed geometry ensures a proper fit with the factory mounting points, and the use of an original part facilitates installation while maintaining a consistent cockpit appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696802939
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696802939
• Substitutable numbers: A1696802939, A 169 680 29 39
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The cover, trim, and housing for the tunnel in Mercedes B-Class W245 models is responsible for the aesthetic closure of the space in the centre console area and for protecting the components located underneath. This element:

• masks the tunnel structure and any installations running beneath its surface,
• visually stabilizes the line of the cockpit and centre console,
• limits the ingress of dirt into the tunnel interior,
• improves interior comfort by eliminating sharp edges and exposed surfaces.

By using an original tunnel cover, stylistic consistency with other interior elements is maintained, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

Construction and interior fitment

The tunnel housing has been designed specifically for the interior architecture of the Mercedes W245, taking into account the shape of the tunnel, mounting points, and the layout of adjacent elements. This means:

• precise fitment with the dashboard and centre console,
• preservation of factory gaps and parting lines,
• compatibility with original mounting brackets and clips.

Using an original cover helps avoid problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as material stress, improper fit, or squeaking while driving. This is particularly important for components in the Dashboard category, which are constantly visible and heavily used.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used component

The offered tunnel cover is a used part, sourced from a dismantled Mercedes vehicle. Such interior components, when properly maintained, retain their functional properties for a long time, making them a sensible choice for cockpit repairs and renovations. By choosing an original part from dismantling, you gain:

• factory fitment to the interior structure,
• colour and material consistency with other elements,
• reasonable cost compared to new parts from a dealership.

This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged, cracked, or missing tunnel cover, especially when you want to preserve the original character of the interior.

Practical application in repairs and renovations

The tunnel cover in the Mercedes W245 is often replaced after mechanical damage, improper disassembly, or wear resulting from intensive use. Installing an original tunnel housing allows you to:

• restore the aesthetics of the central part of the cockpit,
• protect a sensitive area from dirt and accidental damage,
• maintain the ergonomics of operating elements located in the tunnel area.

This element is particularly important during comprehensive interior renovation, when other components from the Dashboard category, such as console panels or additional covers, are also being replaced.

Related elements and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit and centre console area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, side covers, or additional grilles, check the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboard category.

If you are considering a wider replacement of body or interior elements with components from dismantling and want to learn more about the specifics of used body parts and their preparation for re-installation, it is worth reading our guide: Replacing body parts with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?.