Rear Armrest Mercedes W164 Backrest Seat Arm Rest Leather White A1649701501

Rear Armrest Mercedes W164 Backrest Seat Arm Rest Leather White is an original interior component designed for installation in the rear seat of W164 series models. Featuring genuine white leather upholstery, this armrest enhances passenger comfort in the rear and elevates the cabin's aesthetics while maintaining the factory character of the Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1649701501
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1649701501
• Substitutable numbers: A1649701501, A 164 970 15 01
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: White
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and fitment for the Mercedes W164

The presented armrest has been designed specifically for the rear seat of the Mercedes W164 class, taking into account the geometry of the seat base, backrest, and folding mechanism. This means the component maintains the factory upholstery lines, requires no modifications, and integrates with the seat structure just like an original equipment part after proper installation.

Thanks to the use of the original design, the correct mounting points, proper rigidity, and an ergonomic forearm support angle are preserved. This is particularly important on longer journeys, where stable support translates into higher comfort for rear-seat passengers.

Materials and finish

The armrest is finished in white leather, matched to the light interior configurations of the Mercedes W164. The structure and texture of the material comply with the factory finishing standard, which allows for visual consistency with other upholstery elements.

The internal frame and padding have been designed to ensure stability and appropriate resilience during use. The construction is resistant to typical operational loads, such as frequent raising, lowering, or point pressure during driving.

Functionality in the rear cabin

The placement of the armrest in the rear seat improves ergonomics and travel comfort for the two outboard passengers, providing them with comfortable arm support. The white color helps to optically brighten the interior, which is particularly beneficial in darker door panel and headliner configurations.

The element is adapted to operate within the standard range of motion of the rear seat backrest, ensuring it does not restrict folding functions or access to the luggage compartment. Proper fitment with the seat minimizes the risk of unwanted play or rattling while driving.

Condition, installation, and application

The armrest comes from a disassembly, which allows for the preservation of the manufacturer's original specification and factory fitment to the Mercedes seat structure. For proper installation, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the specific interior trim version and compare the shape and mounting points with the currently installed component.

In practice, installation involves transferring the armrest to the factory location in the rear seat backrest, using existing mounts. Thanks to this solution, full functionality of the rear cabin can be restored after damage or wear of the previous element, without interfering with the seat structure.

Integration with other interior elements and OEM part selection

When upgrading or refreshing a Mercedes interior, it is worth ensuring color and material consistency across all seat components. The selection of used OEM parts by manufacturer numbers and equipment configuration is described in detail in our blog article – Audi five-cylinder engine – legend and selection of original parts by numbers, where you will find universal principles for identifying components by factory markings and VIN, which are also useful when completing upholstery elements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as headrests, side backrest modules, or additional upholstery segments, check the available parts in the category Other Mercedes seat parts.