Mercedes-Benz W245 Trunk Tailgate Rear Left N/S Hinge Atoll Blue 375 A1697400937

Mercedes-Benz W245 Trunk Tailgate Rear Left N/S Hinge Atoll Blue 375 is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, designed for the precise guidance and support of the tailgate in Mercedes W245 series vehicles. The hinge ensures stable operation of the tailgate, proper alignment with the bodywork, and secure opening and closing of the luggage compartment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697400937-AB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697400937
• Substitutable numbers: A1697400937, A 169 740 09 37, A1697400537, A 169 740 05 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Atoll Blue Metallic - 375
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated to installation in the rear part of the vehicle, on the left side. It is responsible for maintaining the correct geometry of the tailgate, which translates into even load distribution, proper closing, and reduction of stress within the body panels and seals. Thanks to the factory design, compatibility with the original mounting points on the body and the tailgate itself is maintained.

The component comes from a vehicle in which it was previously in use, which allows for maintaining compliance with factory assembly tolerances and the operating characteristics of the tailgate mechanism. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing corroded or mechanically damaged hinges, and for the reconstruction of the rear body section.

Color and visual fit

The hinge is finished in Atoll Blue Metallic - 375, which facilitates visual matching for vehicles in the same paint shade. In many repair projects, this allows for limiting the scope of paint work or makes it easier to prepare the component for repainting, as the surface is already adapted for use in bodywork conditions.

Choosing a hinge in the correct color is particularly important for repairs where visual consistency of the rear of the vehicle is desired, especially in the contact zone between the tailgate, fenders, and bumper.

Benefits of using an original hinge

Using an original tailgate hinge in a Mercedes W245 ensures:

• preservation of the factory opening and closing geometry of the tailgate,
• proper guidance of the tailgate without excessive play or stress,
• alignment with original gas struts and other mechanism components,
• easier installation thanks to compatibility with factory mounting points.

For body and paint workshops as well as services specializing in the Mercedes brand, this is a practical component that allows for restoring the correct operation of the tailgate without the need to adapt aftermarket replacements.

Application in body repairs

During repairs of the rear body section, especially after collisions, the tailgate hinge is one of the key elements affecting the gap lines, tightness, and comfort of using the trunk. Replacing a worn or deformed hinge with a functional component from the same model series allows for reducing the time required for tailgate adjustment and makes it easier to achieve even gaps between the tailgate and the fenders.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as mounts, brackets, or additional hinges, check the available parts in the Mercedes Trunk lids and rear parts category.

Condition and origin of the component

The offered hinge comes from the dismantling of a Mercedes vehicle, which means it is a used part that retains its factory construction and operating characteristics. Such components are frequently chosen for economic repairs, where a combination of functionality and reasonable cost is important, while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

For those interested in the wider use of dismantled parts in modernization and repair projects, an article describing the practical applications of such components may be helpful – you can find it here: Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components.