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    A169 2011 a160 handbrake cable

    Help please I’m looking to replace the three handbrake cables (Fr, L and R) on my 169. There is no “spring” or tension in the cables, thats all,been lost over the years However, I‘m struggling to work out what I need as there seems a few variations in cable lengths. I don’t want to order the...
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    W169 audio 20 aux in

    Help please i have a w169 a class 2012 with a standard MB audio 20 head unit. I did swap it for an android unit last year, but this proved unreliable in use so I switched it back . I can connect my iphone , so it can pick up calls, but is it possible to stream music? I can’t seem to manage...
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    W169 ice radio wiring

    Hope please has anyone got a diagram showing the wiring and colours of the ice wiring going into the standard radio reason I ask is that I’m trying to pick up a ignition feed to power a dab aerial amplifier
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    W169 tailgate schematic/drawing.

    Hi, I am looking to fit a small reversing camera in the boot handle above the number plate recess (next to the boot unlock handle) . I have a camera fitted already but that sits inside the tailgate and rain and the HRW lines make visibility poor just when I need it! so I’ve bough a small one...
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    W169 engine “lurch”

    On my 2012 W169 A160 petrol, I’ve notice a definite “lurch “ when accelerating hard from a halt. For those who can remember minis and their worn engine stabiliser top mount bushes , it’s akin to that, it’s like the engine movimg excessively on its mounts . with mine, i feel a definite lurch...
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    W169 power steering.....does it have fluid?

    Hi, getting an occasional groan from the power steering when I move it from side to side. This has happened in previous years when the temperature has been near freezing, and I want to avoid it this year. Plenty of motor suppliers list a fluid for the w169. But I can’t find a reservoir...
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    New audio head unit w169

    Hi, I have the standard Merc Audio head unit On my 2011w169 I have seen pics elsewhere on a different thread of a new one with apps and a reversing camera. think GLK posted it bt I cant pm him as I’ve not posted enough so far Anyone been down this route, how hard And expensive is it?
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    W169 front disc

    This 2012 model which I’ve just inherited has only 12 k miles, so has spent most of its life sitting on the drive. The brakes are OK but not that powerful. I’ve bled them with no improvement, and found a few hard applications at speed has helped albeit short term so I guess the pads are glazed...
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    A class avant guarde wheels W169 2011

    help please . I am acquiring my mums car, a 2011 a class with just 12 k miles. As a run out model, it has larger than usual MB alloys fitted from new which take 215/45/17 Tyres. the ride isn’t great, and speed bumps are murder. also noticed some noisy scrubbing on certain surfaces at low...
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    W169 CVT advice please

    Hi there. Am considering taking on my mothers a class. It is a 2011 A160 CVT (pet), bought new from MB It has only covered circa 12k miles to date. It was serviced by MB within warranty , then maintence pretty much limited to annual oil changes. It runs very well. as I said, I am taking it on...
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    CastrolEdge Oil

    I saw 1 litre bottles for sale in B&M bargains for £6.99 today This is the MB 229.51 spec so suitable for late CDIs such as the C and E200-220 range. This seems a very reasonable price as I'm sure I paid nearer £12 last time!
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