Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 210 (168.035, 168.135), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 190 (168.032, 168.132), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change ignition coil on MERCEDES-BENZ A160 (W168) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Ignition Coil for A-Class (W168) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: ignition coil – Mercedes W168. Tools you need:
Drive socket # E11
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Fender cover
Replacement: ignition coil – Mercedes W168. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for the ignition coils of all cylinders.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ignition coil – Mercedes W168. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 1.4 (168.031, 168.131) 1998 Ignition Coil - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use a drive socket #E11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 5
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    Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
  5. Step 6
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    Install the new ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Ignition Coil on MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) 2002: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Tighten the ignition coil fastening. Use a drive socket #E11. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 12 nm torque.
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