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How to Remove the Door Lock from a Mercedes A-Class?

Model: Mercedes Classe A W169 - Years 2004-2012
Part: Checks and maintenance

To replace the door lock on a Mercedes A-Class, loosen the bolts securing the door panel and detach it, then disconnect all the cables. Next, insert a Torx key into the hole at the end of the door to remove a bolt that secures the lock. By loosening this and other bolts on the inside and outside of the door (all shown in the tutorial), you can detach the inner part of the panel, which is connected to the lock. Finally, you can replace the lock and reinstall all the previously removed parts.

Updated on 20 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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