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How to Access the OBD 2 Port of the Mercedes W176

Model: Mercedes Classe A W176 - Years 2012-2018

This brief video tutorial shows you how to access the OBD 2 port of the Mercedes A-Class W176, produced from 2012 to 2018. It's very simple to locate. The OBD 2 port is found on the driver's side under the steering wheel, at the lower part of the dashboard. To access it, just pull the hard plastic cover that protects it from the pedals. Like all cars produced after 1996, the OBD 2 is used to perform an accurate diagnosis of electrical problems that may affect your vehicle.

Updated on 26 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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