Mercedes W169 Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Right O/S Kosmos Black - 191 A1698800228

The Mercedes W169 Right Hood Hinge is an original part from the Hood Hinges, Latches, and Other Parts group, designed for the right side of the front body. The used hinge in Cosmos Black Metallic - 191 allows for a technically correct hood repair, maintaining factory geometry and paint aesthetics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800228-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800228
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800228, A 169 880 02 28
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Hood Hinge Purpose and Function

The Mercedes W169 Right Hood Hinge is responsible for stable guidance and secure opening of the hood in the front right part of the vehicle. A correctly selected hinge ensures:

• precise positioning of the hood relative to the fenders and front panel,
• smooth lifting and lowering without excessive play,
• appropriate load transfer during driving and servicing.

Its placement in the front right area makes this part significant for both safety and proper body panel fitment.

Paint Color and Matching

The hinge is finished in the Cosmos Black Metallic - 191 shade, which facilitates matching with factory-painted body elements in the same color. In many cases, this can reduce the scope of painting work, especially when the repair primarily concerns the hood mounting mechanism rather than a full visual restoration.

Mounting Characteristics

The part is designed for the front right side of the vehicle, thus maintaining the correct hood opening geometry and compatibility with factory mounting points. A used hinge is a good solution for:

• post-accident repairs in the front body area,
• mechanical damage resulting from hood overload,
• adjusting hood fitment after previous body repairs.

Choosing an original part from the same model series minimizes the risk of adjustment issues and preserves the hinge's factory operating range.

Condition and Practical Application

The offered hinge is a salvaged part and is marked as used, providing a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining the original construction. This type of part is particularly suitable for vehicles where a functional and aesthetic hood repair is a priority, without the need to invest in new components from a dealership.

Support for Selection and Repair Extension

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the hood area in your Mercedes and require other parts from the same group, such as additional hinges, latches, or supports, check the available parts in the category Mercedes Hood Hinges, Latches, and Other Parts.

For body repairs, consider using salvaged parts to optimize costs without compromising original quality. More practical tips can be found in the article Replacing Body Panels with Used Parts – Can Salvaged Body Parts Look Like New?, which discusses the selection and assessment of used body components for brands like Mercedes.