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Mercedes Classe A - Video tutorial

Model: Mercedes Classe A W168 - Years 1997-2004
Part: Lock
Operation: How to remove the external lock on the door of a Mercedes A-Class

In this we see how to remove the external lock located on the door of a Mercedes A Class. Insert a special metal key in the slot on the door (remove the rubber caps). We extract the lock from the door, then we remove the handle from the sheet metal of the car door. Let's compare it with the new handle and get ready for assembly. We insert the handle with the new lock and cover in the door. Finally, we test the correct assembly and operation of the handle and lock, by manually operating the same (we close the door and the lock).


Posted on 24 November 2023 by ScegliAuto



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