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1 Index of site content
2
'A'Class,Elegance,160/2002,875 Mango Green.
3
FAQ (Frequently asked questions
4
DIY Service/Checks.
location of various components/service points, Oil, Coolant, Fuel, Brake Fluid, Tyres,
5
Working Around & Under Your Car. Jack, blocks, wedges, safe practice, D.I.Y Ramp.
6
Remote fob/keys, locking features, auto locking feature.
Information Ref New /Replacement keys updated
6a
locking features extracted from owners handbook .
No Owners Handbook Then read this to get the best from your car's locking system.
6b
Remote fob/keys, Replacing a damaged case on an otherwise working remote key.
7
Main lighting Switch.
Parking, Side, Head, Fog, High visibility
8
Interior lighting & Components.
Replacement of Bulbs. Air Sensor Location.
9
Headlight Assembly & Bulb Replacement Location, Type of bulb etc. type of fittings
10
Bulbs Continued . Indictor Repeater/Wing /Removal.
11
Rear light Assemblies. Bulbs layout. H/L Stop Light. H/Vis brake Light.
Special Note reversing light switch defects
12
Fuel
Filler. flap. Emergency. Release. Smells, Filler flexible joint, Filter, Tank, Pump, Sender unit.
Fuel filter. EGR switch over valve, New Material /revised.
13
Battery location, Removal, Recharging
Special Charger
14
Battery Compartment, Main Fuse box & Relay location
Battery & Replacement Rating, Fit New Battery
15
Fuse & Relay Allocation'A'160/2002
Note. Fuses vary for different models
15a
Manufacturers Allocation Fuses & Relays
16
Air Filter Replacement Air filter housing removal.
Filter Housing Removal/Assembly
17
Ancillary Interior.
Audio, Storage, Carpets, Gig/lighter/Uses, High visibility Clothing.
18
ESP/ABS, Brake Servo and stop /brake light switch
19
Rear Brake Assembly.
Rear Brake Drum/Shoes, Rear Suspension.
20
Rear Suspension. Rear springs, Procedure
Sub frame, Suspension, shock absorbers, hub, swinging arms.
20a
Replace rear Shock absorbers
20b
Replace Rear Springs
21
Trailing Arms. Replacement/ Repair/Hub Bearing Replacement.
Detection, Procedures, Part numbers.
22
Bonnet Release Mechanism/Service
Lubrication, switch location
23
Carbon/Pollen Filter (Activated) Replacement, A160/2002
Full procedure
24
Services to 5th Door (Boot-lid)
Rear washer hose, Radio aerial, Vacuum hose, Electrics etc.
25
Boot Lid Stuck,/ Replace Gas filled boot Lid Support Struts
Closed, Boot lock details, removing boot door lining,
26
Front Suspension, ABS
Drop links, Strut/Shock Absorber, Anti-Roll Bar, Drive/Shaft, Track/Rod Ends.
27
F/Brake Pad Inspection/Replacement
fitting shims 4/05 information to service your brakes.
28
Front Brake Calliper Inspection, Repair & Replacement.
Including bleeding of brakes
29
Drop links Replacement.
Part Numbers ,tips, fitting procedure.
30
Replacing Spark plugs, Tips on removing ignition module and cover..
31
Air Conditioning. Re-gassing
Procedure & Test, Water under car after run?
32
Towing facilities. Trailer & Electrics. Car breakdown
Towing Facilities. Tow Bar. Trailer. Wiring Diagrams.
33
Engine Problems & Enlarged pictures of 'A' Class Engine. Starter location
Diagram's showing 'V' pulley Belt
34
Exhaust System 160/2002.
Complete System Layout.
35
Technical data, Re-set Assyst Technical data Weight and dimensions
36
Seats, removal, adjustment, arm rests, seat adjuster repair, Seat belts, Warning ref, replacing rear seats.
37
Sensor's various Locations & use
38
Mass Air Flow Sensor Failure
History, cause, cure, cost, remove, repair/ replace options.
39
SRS(Supplemental Restraint Systems)Seat belts and Air bags
40
Child safety in your 'A' Class
Windows ,doors, child seats, Child Seats & the Law.
41
Vacuum pump.
Take precautions against water /coolant damage.
42
Windscreen Wipers and washers
Wipers, Wiper motors, S/Wash front & Rear, S/Wash Pump, Reservoir. Replacement Blades
43
Coolant System Drain & Refill
Capacity, protection, Location of valves, Fan Controller
44
Interior illumination of components.
what's lit when
45
Instrument Cluster Bulb replacement.
Procedure face lift. After 1/3/2001 Feb 2006, Link to Pre-Face lift model.
46
SERVICING procedures for change of:- Oil, Air filter, inspection of poly 'V' belt. etc
47
Service schedule for A160/2002/Petrol.
Sample service sheets added 23/01/07
48
Pre-MOT inspection/checks
New requirements as of January 2012
49
Steering
Steering Column, Steering Rack, Power Steering Pump. Stop that annoying clicking/clonking when you slightly turn the steering wheel to & fro
50
Steering Column, Steering Wheel & Associated Components.
51
Car Alarm, Scorpion
Features, horn/alarm unit, movement sensors, touch keys & advanced information.
52
Paintwork, Damage to small areas
Stone chips minor accidental damage.
53
Electric windows/ Removing Inner Door panels. Replacing faulty Door locks. Replacing defective Door Hinges.
54
Abrasion and damage Electrical Loom. water hoses etc
55
Mirrors external /internal.
assembly replacing glass component parts.
56
Remove, Repair/Replace Side Sill's. colour coding, Removing under-floor pans.
57
Poly V belt Replacement, Ploy V belt tensioner, Crank shaft pully wheel defects. Poly V belt tensioner and pully wheels.
57a
Timing chain and associated components replacement.
58
Manual Clutch Information.
59
Manual Gearbox (716 501)Fluid spec, Change, Reversing switch, loss of 3rd & 5th gears.
59a
Fully Automatic gearbox transmission
59a1
Replacement of K1 clutch/Fully Automatic gearbox transmission New 28/1/2015
59b
ACS Auto Clutch-less gearbox /Auto Clutch system transmissions
59c
ACS Auto Clutch-less Conversion to Fully manual transmission
60
Items Exterior, Horns (fanfare) location.
Screen Wash Components, Fitting M/Flaps. Polish
61
Heater/Blower/Fan and problems. Replacement of vents
Replace your own blower resister and save £££
62
Spare Wheel & Tyre Care. Pressure, Wear, Defects,
63
Electric windows ,
operation re-setting , isolation .
64
'Parktronic' Type Reversing Sensors
installation, function, operation.
65
Buying your used 'A' Class
Retail Private. tips .
66
Starter Motor
Location , information.
66a
Starter Motor cut out relay
Location , information.
66b
Alternative method of changing starter motor
Location , information.
67
Lamella Sliding Roof (DVD only)
68
Alternator
69
Memoscan OBD2 Portable hand Diagnostic Equipment.
69a
EOBD/OBD2 fault codes/list
70
Replace Ignition Switch Contacts/Mechanism
71
Combination Switch , operation, repair ,replace.
72
Links to information/modifications to cooling/heating system for extreme winter conditions
Pages 73 to 89 are unused
90
Companies offering discounts to readers of this site.
91
Consumables Spray & Shine, Engine Treatment, Fuel System Treatment, Rain-away, No-fog, Screen Wash tablets.10% discount available.
92
Emergency Battery pack Jump start Facility, Emergency Lighting, Mini Compressor , 12volt socket,
93
Ecotek CB26P Performance Tech.
New with 10% off RRP for my readers
94
'Indic8tor' Speed Management Unit,
95
Links, Useful & interesting
links that could save you hundreds of pounds.
96
Alex's starter motor experience.
tips and information.
97
Index to Q & A questions listed on page 3
98
A170 Diesel fuel injector leaking & sticking problem,
99
User Instructions for lofty's 'A' Class Ignition Module Cover removal tools.
100
Torque Wrench Conversion Table & Settings.
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