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How to Remove the Front Headlight on Mercedes A-Class W169

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

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Need to replace the front headlight on a Mercedes A-Class? Let's see how to proceed with the disassembly. Open the hood by pulling the hood release lever and secure it. Using a battery-powered screwdriver or a screwdriver, remove the tightening screws located at the top of the bumper.

Once the screws at the top are removed, unscrew the splash guard screws and remove the screws located at the bottom of the bumper. Remove the bumper from the vehicle body by hand.

Disconnect the headlight from the vehicle body (unscrew the screws around the front headlight). Remove the headlight from its housing.

Finally, reassemble the front bumper with the headlight and tighten the screws. Test the proper functioning of the lights.


Updated on 14 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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