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    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...
  2. Nik_Endeavour

    A-Class

    My Gf wants a new car and we are looking at a cheap-ish A-Class. That's as close as I can get her to get a MB. Is there anything to look out out for as I have never driven or owned one?
  3. dokalj

    Gliptone on Artico from a 169 A-Class?

    Hi all, I hope everyone is well. I was just wondering is it safe to use Gliptone on the half artico/ cloth seats in the A-class? Kind Regards dokalj
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    A-Class 170d

    Actually just wonderign what these might be like... any big issues? I could do with a tractor power run about! Mercedes : Mercedes A class 170cdi 2 owners, Avantgarde full pan roof 1999 5dr
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    A-Class MAF/ECU problem

    Hi folks, Friend has a A-Class (A140, 51 Plate) which appears to have developed a fault with the MAF. Cold start was leading to rough idle (unstable). Indie advised this was linked to ECU and had to be sent away, went through the process of sending it away and then was told it could not be...
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    Urgent Help Needed With A-Class Audio 20 Upgrade!

    I am in the middle of upgrading the standard Audio 20 unit in my wifes A169 A-Class to a later version, bluetooth enabled MF2830 unit. Everything is working perfectly except that I am unable to receive any radio stations. I have ascertained that this is because the antenna amp is not receiving...
  7. KillerHERTZ

    2012 A-Class - Spy Shots

    Mercedes A-Class revealed in patent filing Our friends at the European Patent Office have leaked the first pictures of the 2012 Mercedes A-Class. Previewed by the A-Class concept, the production model is a five-door hatchback with subdued styling. The overall design seems to mimic the...
  8. Kingpin!

    Mercedes A-Class BAS/ESP fault

    Hi! During approx. the last 2 years I've had BAS/ESP faults lights coming and going and which makes the car go maximum 50Kmh which is very tough (and possibly dangerous) especially if it happens on entry to the highway or something. Anyhow, I've earlier changed the brake switch and I thought...
  9. englishdas

    Shanghai 2011 Show - Modified A-Class

    What do you all think? I kinda like it... I
  10. Jukie

    A-class electrical problem

    Mum's W169 A180CDi. Yesterday, the ABS/ESP warning light came on. In addition, the fuel gauge dropped to zero and thus the remaining range showed 0 miles on the trip computer. She pulled over, turned the engine off, waited and restarted. All seemed fine but within a minute or so, the same thing...
  11. KillerHERTZ

    Mercedes Concept A-Class Revealed

    Mercedes Concept A-Class Revealed - Debut in Shanghai _mVoP8vldoE& Press Release World premiere at the Auto Shanghai show (21 - 28 April 2011): Mercedes Concept A-Class: the first heartbeat of a new generation Stuttgart/Shanghai. With the Concept A-Class, Mercedes-Benz is...
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    A-class w168 tyres options

    I am sorry if this looks very basic; I am really confused about the wheels. My A-class currently has massive 17" AMG alloys (fairly good condition, some small kerbing marks, etc but no major damage) and ageing 205/40Z/R17 84W budget tyres. All must legal since they passed MOT not long ago. The...
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    A-Class Rear Bumper - Painted

    I have a brand new rear bumper for a 2008 A-Class painted in Cosmos Black (191) Part number of the bumper is A 169 885 09 25 Will accept paypal, cheque, cash or bank transfer
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    A-class cleaned after a week of terrible weather

    Over the last week the A140 has done quite a few miles, and with the weather being as bad as it has been, the car got dirtier than it has been for a very long time, but it's part of living in a rural area really. Today I cleaned the arches thoroughly, and the underside to remove any salt and...
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    A-Class Tyre Puzzle

    In my thirst for knowledge (now sadly diminishing with advancing years) I have been trying to get to the bottom of a curious difference between my former A Class (A150 Classic SE 2007) and my new one (A-Class A160 Avantgarde SE Blue Efficiency 2010). As follows : Old: 15" steel wheels...
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    A-class C169

    Does anyone know if the static mirrors on the Advantgarde can be electrified to fold in. As have just been informed that they should fold anyway as they are illegal to be static (ie without movement)
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    New A-class owner questions and worries

    Hello everyone I'm new to this forum/site and have a few questions that I would like to get some answers to. We bought a 2008 A170 Autotronic/CVT for my mother as her retirement car. I had previously driven a couple of A170 automatics and had been very impressed by them, hence the reason for...
  18. dokalj

    1998 A-class engine cuts out at 70MPH

    Hi everyone, My friend was telling me how his car shuts off completely at 70 MPH and he receives no warning lights. All the lights on the dash and power cut out completely. He has been to Mercedes, although according to him they can not find the problem. Any ideas? Thanks dokalj
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    W168 (A-Class, X-Reg) Shock Absorbers

    Hi Got MOT done & failed as 'Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Leaking' Does this mean I need to change the shock absorbers? I believe this is the right part to change - '513ME0180 SHOCK ABS-RE GAS' GSF | Cheap Discount Car Parts | Euro German Japanese | VW BMW Audi Ford Peugeot Any...
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    Mercedes A-Class (2002) A190 Elegance

    Hello Guys, I might have an A190 Elegance with full leather interior and 51.000miles coming my way. The only damage to the car is the 2 off side doors are bowed in. Other than that the car is really clean. Would anyone be interested in buying it ... like this or repaired?
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