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Replacement of the glow plugs for the Mercedes A-Class 180 CDI.

Model: Mercedes Classe A W176 - Years 2012-2018
Part: Glow plugs

Today's guide will illustrate the main steps on how to disassemble and replace the glow plugs of the Mercedes A-Class 180 CDI. First, let's open the hood of the vehicle and begin removing the upper engine cover; then we disconnect the connectors of the glow plugs, using a socket wrench to unscrew and remove them, as shown in the video. At this point, we install the new original glow plugs, screwing them in by hand and then gently tightening with a wrench; the video tutorial also demonstrates how to perform a functionality test of the glow plugs, so be sure to follow the tutorial until the end!

Posted on 12 December 2025 by ScegliAuto

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