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How to Check the Fluids of the Mercedes A-Class

Model: Mercedes Classe A W169 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Part: Checks and maintenance

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Today, learn how to check the fluids of the Mercedes A-Class model W169. To perform the fluid check, open the hood. The first fluid to check is the engine oil. The engine oil reservoir is located on the right side of the vehicle.

Unscrew the cap and remove the dipstick. If the level is below the minimum or close to it, top off the fluid.

The second fluid to check is the coolant. The reservoir is transparent, so you can check the level from the outside.

If the level is below the minimum or close to it, top off the fluid. The third fluid to check is the brake fluid; it also has a transparent reservoir, so the fluid level can be checked from the outside.

Top off in the same way, and the same applies to the fourth and final fluid to check, the windshield washer fluid. These checks should be performed twice a year.


Posted on 9 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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