When to replace the Lambda Sensor on your MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Lambda sensor : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Lambda Sensor for A-Class (W168) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: lambda sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS (W168). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Electronic spray
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 8
22-mm oxygen sensor socket
Ratchet wrench
Thread tap
Fender cover
Replacement: lambda sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS (W168). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • After replacing the oxygen sensor, clear the trouble code from the electronic control unit and let the ECU adapt itself to the new sensor.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: lambda sensor – MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS (W168). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Before getting down to work, start the engine and let it warm up to operating temperature.
    Step 2
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 3
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 4
    Shut off the engine.
    Step 5
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Step 6
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    Undo the fasteners of the oil pan lower cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 7
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    Remove the oil pan cover.
  3. Step 8
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    Detach the oxygen sensor connector.
  4. Step 9
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    Clean the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 10
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    Unscrew the oxygen sensor fastener. Use a 22-mm oxygen sensor socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 11
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    Remove the oxygen sensor.
  7. Step 12
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    Cut the thread for the new oxygen sensor. Use a thread tap. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 13
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    Treat the oxygen sensor. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
  9. Step 14
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    Install the new oxygen sensor.
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