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  1. Aletank

    2005 A-Class - Are They Any Good ?

    My Sister-In-Law is considering a 2005 ish A-Class similar to this Mercedes-Benz A Class A170 Avantgarde SE 5dr Tip Auto 1.7 2006 or this Mercedes-Benz A Class A150 Avantgarde SE Tip Auto 1.5 5dr 2006 Was all the problems sorted out on the 04/05 facelift ? What problems should we be...
  2. J

    Sickly A-Class - any help appreciated

    Hi, I wonder if anyone here can help point me in the right direction with a rather sickly 2003 A160 Auto. The issues: Engine Management Light on BAS/ESP Light on No gearbox indicator display in dash In Limp Mode (won't go over 30mph) Gearbox in limp mode (Reverse and 2nd gear only and engages...
  3. B

    New A-Class to get Apple maps and Diesotto engines

    Along with new operating systems for its range of Computers, iPads and iPhones, Apple has just launched its own map programme which it plans to integrate into iOS 6 from September. This includes step-by-step route guidance developed in partnership with TomTom and incorporates crowd-sourced...
  4. Dand

    w168 A-Class advice

    Hi everyone, After noticing A-class's that look reasonably tidy with fairly low miles have fallen into sub 1k territory my dad is quite interested in getting one to use as a little workhorse. Hes mainly interested in a 1.4 manual. I was just wondering what kind of stuff he should look out...
  5. dokalj

    A-class Fuel Gauge?

    Hi all, I hope everyone is well. The other day the vehicle travelled 30miles and the fuel gauge reduced by 1/4 of a tank. Surely this is not normal? It is the first time it has happened. Could the float be dirty? I hope there isn't a fuel leak. The vehicle is a 2009 A-class Kind...
  6. KillerHERTZ

    2013 A-Class Press Release + Video

    2013 Mercedes A-class officially revealed Press Release The heartbeat of a new generation: at the centre of Mercedes-Benz's presence at the Geneva Motor Show (8 to 18 March 2012) will be the world premiere of the new A-Class. The company is opening up a whole new chapter in the compact segment...
  7. Tan

    A-Class Alarm Siren

    Hi We have been told that the alarm siren on our 2003 A-Class is causing a battery drain, does anyone know where the alarm siren is and how easy are they to change. Regards Tan
  8. spinaltap

    Get an existing A-Class while you can

    I only went to my local dealership to get a service for my A-Class, with no intention of buying another - but that's exactly what I did. I just don't like the imminent replacement model, and the new B-Class in the showroom just doesn't cut mustard, in my opinion. The point of my posting is...
  9. T

    A-Class 2009 A160 Diesel Low Coolant

    Had to top up about 1ltr of coolant twice in the past year on my A-Class (2009) and ideas why this my be happening? The car has only done 25k? Surely cannot be a fault head gasket?
  10. A

    Buying older A-class - what to look out for

    I'm thinking about buying a 1999 A-class A160, auto, avantegarde and have a few questions. It's done only 53K and has a full service history + 1 years MOT. The bodywork, interior and engine bay look clean. 1. When does the timing belt need changed? 2. How do I check the auto gearbox? 3. Is...
  11. O

    Help please...Need to remove arm-rest from 2010 A-Class...

    Sorry for asking for help with my first post, but my wife has dropped a packet of chewing gum down the back of this drawer, and so now it wont close...I cannot see how to access the back, or how to remove it.. Any advice please?
  12. R

    A-Class W169 Spare Wheel Bolts

    My owner's handbook (2010 W169 16" alloys) is unclear about whether the same bolts from the alloys can also be used for the steel spare wheel. Any clarification would be gratefully received.
  13. The Boss

    new a-class concept at Mercedes Brentford this morning - wow

  14. npuk

    A-Class W168 Hubcap

    Anyone have or know where to get an 11 spoke style genuine Mercedes hubcap that came on the W168 a-class? 15" size. Thanks.
  15. R

    A-Class Petrol Engine Clatter

    My 2010 A160 Blue Efficiency Avantgarde is going in for its first annual service next week. Whereupon I shall be renewing my 'discussions' with the dealer about its unusually noisy idle. Sounds a bit like a diesel or a bit like a belt not running true although - to my untrained eye - I...
  16. U

    Mercedes-Benz shows off next A-Class on UK tour

    Mercedes-Benz is touring the UK over the next month with its new A-Class concept to show the direction the brand is moving in and what will become its BMW 1-Series and Audi A3 challenger. The Concept A-Class tour will visit the Bullring Shopping Centre, Birmingham (September 24 and 25)...
  17. D

    w168 A-class CDI clean up advise needed

    Hi, I decided to clean up my engine compartment So far I've sorted a perished manifold breather pipe (if that is the correct name) and the improvement is obvious - 170 cdi power loss - Page 2 - Benzworld.org - Mercedes-Benz Discussion Forum post 15 Next in line - perished fuel filter...
  18. KillerHERTZ

    2013 A-Class AMG

    2013 A-Class AMG I thought the AMG version deserved its own thread :) non AMG version HERE And those pictures again from the Patient office (non-AMG version):
  19. T

    w168 A-Class wooden door trim panel?

    Guys, I was wondering if anyone knows how difficult it is to remove the wooden door trim panels off the doors on my w168 A-Class. I don't like the wood(effect?), and I've already covered the centre console with graphite vinyl, so I wanted to do the wooden door trims too. Do I need to take...
  20. T

    Protecting the A-Class Grenade a.k.a Automatic gearbox

    Guys, I was wondering if there's any voodoo procedure, or even normal maintenance, or anything really, that one can do to make sure the W168 A-Class' automatic gearboxes stay intact. My box has had a recent something-something-something done to it for £2k, and I'm hoping that it would be...
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