Target Audience:
DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops, Mercedes-Benz W168 owners.
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive, detailed repair information in Italian, enabling cost savings on professional labor and empowering owners with self-sufficiency.
Ease Of Use:
Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and pictures for novice users.
Accessibility:
Viewable on multiple devices and printable.
Comprehensiveness:
Covers all models and engines within the W168 series, from basic maintenance to complete overhauls.
Coverage Scope:
Complete Service and Repair
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (specific count not provided, but described as 'COMPLETE' and 'EVERY SINGLE DETAIL')
Manual Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Platform Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows, Mac, iOS, BB, Android, etc.
Searchability:
Likely searchable (standard for PDF manuals)
Powertrain:
Engine overhaul and rebuilding, timing belt replacement, engine performance, firing orders, serpentine belt routings with diagrams, timing belt service procedures, fuel system diagnostics.
Chassis And Suspension:
Brakes, front end and alignment procedures and specifications, suspension, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures.
Electrical And Electronics:
Wiring diagrams, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, computer diagnostic codes.
Body And Interior:
Sunroof service.
HVAC:
Air conditioning service and capacities.
Maintenance:
Factory maintenance schedules and charts, basic maintenance procedures.
Repair:
All repair procedures covered A-Z, step-by-step repair instructions, complete repair procedures.
Diagnostics:
Trouble codes, troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts.
Transmission:
Transmission removal and installation, transmission in-car servicing.
Driving Concerns:
Driving concerns.
Depth Of Information:
Comprehensive (covers engine rebuilds, diagnostics, detailed specifications, diagrams, photos).
Visual Aids:
Detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, photos, hundreds of illustrations, vacuum diagrams.
Integrity:
100% complete and intact, no missing/corrupt pages/sections.
Petrol Engines:
A140 (M166 E14), A160 (M166 E16), A190 (M111 E19), A210 Evolution (M111 E21).
Diesel Engines:
A160 CDI (OM668 DE17 LA), A170 CDI (OM668 DE17 LA).
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 60 hp (A160 CDI) to 125 hp (A210 Evolution).
Torque Range:
Approximately 160 Nm (A160 CDI) to 190 Nm (A210 Evolution).
Petrol Injection:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) / Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI).
Diesel Injection:
Common Rail Direct Injection (CDI) for diesel variants.
Layout:
Inline (4-cylinder for most variants, specific to M166 and OM668 engines).
Cooling Type:
Liquid-cooled.
ECU:
Engine Control Unit (ECU) diagnostics and troubleshooting covered.
Standard Transmission:
5-speed manual transmission for most models.
Optional Transmission:
Autotronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) for some petrol models (e.g., A160, A190).
Transmission Servicing:
In-car servicing procedures for transmissions.
Transmission Fluid:
Specifications and capacities for transmission fluid (details within manual).
Euro Ncap Rating:
4 stars (for the W168 A-Class in general, specific details for individual models may vary).
Braking System:
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) on later models. Detailed brake servicing procedures included.
Airbags:
Front airbags. Side airbags available as an option on some models. Comprehensive airbag system diagnostics covered.
Seatbelts:
Three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners.
Chassis Design:
Sandwich chassis design (unique feature enhancing safety in frontal impacts).
Oil Change Interval:
Refer to manual for specific intervals based on driving conditions and engine type (typically every 10,000-15,000 km or 1 year).
Timing Belt Replacement:
Critical procedure; refer to manual for specific mileage/time intervals based on engine variant.
Engine Oil Type:
Various MB specifications (e.g., MB 229.1, MB 229.3, MB 229.5) depending on engine and oil formulation. Manual will detail precise requirements.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant (e.g., MB 325.0). Manual specifies correct type and mix ratio.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 or DOT 5.1. Manual provides specifications.
Common Wear Items:
Suspension components (bushings, ball joints), exhaust system, catalytic converter (especially on earlier models), A/C system components.
Engine Specific Concerns:
Potential for oil leaks on M111 engines, issues with the serpentine belt tensioner, and potential CDI system glitches on diesel models.
Electrical Concerns:
Occasional issues with body control modules (BCM) or window regulators.
Manufacturer History:
Mercedes-Benz, a German luxury automobile manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence and safety.
W168 Development:
The W168 A-Class marked Mercedes-Benz's entry into the compact car segment, introducing innovative safety and packaging concepts.
Key Innovations:
Sandwich floor construction, flexible interior packaging, front-wheel drive in a traditionally rear-wheel-drive brand.
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily Rastatt, Germany, and also Iracemápolis, Brazil.
Safety Award:
Achieved a notable safety rating (e.g., 4 stars in Euro NCAP), demonstrating the effectiveness of its innovative safety features.
Design Innovation:
Recognized for its unique sandwich chassis design and compact, yet spacious, interior packaging.
