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Mercedes-Benz A (W168) and Vaneo repair manuals

Find the best Mercedes-Benz A140, A160, A170, A190, A210 and Vaneo (W168, 1997-2004) repair manuals here. Detailed guides for DIY repairs on Mercedes-Benz cars. Clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.

Mercedes-Benz A140, A160, A170, A190 & A210 (W168) - Petrol & Diesel (1998-2004) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 168), petrol and diesel.

Versions: A140, A160, A170, A190 and A210. Describes also the mechanical components of the Vaneo.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 (1397 cc, engine code 166.940)
- 1.6 (1598 cc, 166.960)
- 1.9 (1898 cc, 166.990)
- 2.1 (2084 cc, 166.995).

Diesel engines 1.7 (1689 cc, 668.940, 668.941 and 668.942).

Production years: 1998-2004.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the new A-Class (W169), introduced in 2005.

Pages of the book Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1998-2004) (1)

This Haynes manual for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168) describes service and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
  • Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Details:288 pages, 27 x 21 x 1 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (4748)
ISBN:9780857339522

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Cover repair manual Mercedes-Benz A140, A160, A170, A190 & A210 (W168) - Petrol & Diesel (1998-2004)

Mercedes-Benz A140, A160, A170, A190 & A210 (W168) - Petrol & Diesel (1998-2004)

Language: English

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class CDI Diesel - A160 CDI, A170 CDI, A170 L CDI (W168, 1998-2004) | Repair manual

Russek Pocket Mechanic Manual for maintenance and repair of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel passenger cars and Vaneo vans.

Diesel engines: 1.7 CDI (1689 cc)

Production years: 1998-2004.

  • This Russek repair manual for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class passenger cars and Vaneo van describes extensively work on the CDI diesel engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, timing gear, valves, oil pump, cooling and the fuel system).
  • Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), rear wheel drive, suspension, suspension, steering system, brakes, alternator and starter motor described.
  • Includes extensive troubleshooting tables, technical specifications and torque wrench settings.

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Author:Peter Russek
Details:200 pages, 21 x 14.5 cm / 8.25 x 5.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous drawings
Publisher:Peter Russek Publications Ltd (GB, 2006)
Series:Pocket Mechanic Manual
ISBN:9781898780472
Cover repair manual Mercedes-Benz A-Class CDI Diesel - A160 CDI, A170 CDI, A170 L CDI (W168, 1998-2004)

Mercedes-Benz A-Class CDI Diesel - A160 CDI, A170 CDI, A170 L CDI (W168, 1998-2004)

Language: English

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class - Petrol Engine (W168, 1995-2004) | Repair manual

Russek Pocket Mechanic Manual for maintenance and repair of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168) petrol models.

Versions: A140, A140 L, A160, A160 L, A190 and A190 L.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (1397 cc)
- 1.6 L (1598 cc)
- 1.9 L (1898 cc)

Production years: 1995-2004.

  • This Russek repair manual for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168) passenger cars describes extensively work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, timing gear, valves, oil pump, cooling and the fuel system).
  • Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), rear wheel drive, suspension, suspension, steering system, brakes, alternator and starter motor described.
  • Includes extensive troubleshooting tables, technical specifications and torque wrench settings.

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Author:Peter Russek
Details:200 pages, 21 x 14.5 cm / 8.25 x 5.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous drawings
Publisher:Peter Russek Publications Ltd (GB, 2006)
Series:Pocket Mechanic Manual
ISBN:9781898780427
Cover repair manual Mercedes-Benz A-Class - Petrol Engine (W168, 1995-2004)

Mercedes-Benz A-Class - Petrol Engine (W168, 1995-2004)

Language: English

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Mercedes-Benz Classe A (W 168) - essence A140, 160, 190 et 210 / A160 et 170 CDI (10/1997-2004) | L'Expert Automobile

Repair manual from the French series "L'Expert Automobile" (nr. 406). Describes maintenance and repair of the Mercedes-Benz A Class (W 168), Compact and Family:
- petrol (A140, A160, A190 and A210)
- diesel (A160 CDI and A170 CDI).

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (1397 cc, engine code 166.940)
- 1.6 L (1598 cc, 166.960)
- 1.9 L (1898 cc, 166.990)
- 2.1 L (2084 cc, 166.995).

Diesel engines: 1.7 L (1689 cc, engine codes 168.006, 168.007, 168.008 and 168.009).

Production years: 10/1997-2004.

  • This Revue Pratique de Technique Automobile for the Mercedes-Benz A Class (W168) describes maintenance and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (removal and installation, distribution, camshaft, cooling, lubricating system, fuel system, cylinder head and engine block).
  • Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, front axle, rear axle, steering system (including wheel alignment), braking system and the electric equipment.
  • Special attention for the body (heating, loose and welded outer panels, interior trim, body check on the straightening bench).
  • Complete with technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.

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Details:160 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:L'Expert Automobile / ETAI (F, )
Series:L'Expert Automobile (406)

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Cover repair manual Mercedes-Benz Classe A (W 168) - essence A140, 160, 190 et 210 / A160 et 170 CDI (10/1997-2004)

Mercedes-Benz Classe A (W 168) - essence A140, 160, 190 et 210 / A160 et 170 CDI (10/1997-2004)

Language: French

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Mercedes A-Klasse (W 168) und Vaneo - A140, A160, A160 CDI, A170 CDI (1998-2004) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 168, 1998-2004) and Vaneo (2002-2004), petrol and CDI diesel.

Versions: A140, A160, A160 CDI and A170 CDI.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (60 kW/82 hp)
- 1.6 L (75 kW/102 hp).

Diesel engines: 1.7 CDI with unit injectors (44 kW/60 hp, 55 kW/75 hp, 66 kW/90 hp and 70 kW/95 hp).

Pages of the book [1286] Mercedes A-Klasse W168 (1989-2004) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168) and Vaneo provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol and diesel engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.

Product details

Details:228 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1286)
ISBN:9783716820858

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Cover repair manual Mercedes A-Klasse (W 168) und Vaneo - A140, A160, A160 CDI, A170 CDI (1998-2004)

Mercedes A-Klasse (W 168) und Vaneo - A140, A160, A160 CDI, A170 CDI (1998-2004)

Language: German

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Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168) - Benziner und Diesel (10/1997-8/2004) | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 124) for the Mercedes-Benz A Class, petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (60 kW/82 hp, 10/97-08/04)
- 1.6 L (60 kW/82 hp, 10/97-08/04)
- 1.6 L (75 kW/102 hp, 10/97-08/04)
- 1.9 L (92 kW/125 hp, 04/99-08/04)
- 2.1 L (103 kW/140 hp, 01/02-08/04)

Diesel engines:
- 1.7 L (44 kW/60 hp, 08/98-02/01)
- 1.7 L (55 kW/75 hp, 03/01-08/04)
- 1.7 L (66 kW/90 hp, 08/98-02/01)
- 1.7 L (70 kW/95 hp, 03/01-08/04)

Production years: 10/1997-8/2004.

The initial section of this manual for the Mercedes-Benz A Class covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol and diesel engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

  • Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
  • Contains no wiring diagrams.

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Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Details:240 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019)
Series:So wird's gemacht (124)
ISBN:9783768812917

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Cover repair manual Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168) - Benziner und Diesel (10/1997-8/2004)

Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168) - Benziner und Diesel (10/1997-8/2004)

Language: German

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Mercedes-Benz A140, A160, A190, A210, A160 CDI, A170 CDI - benzyna i diesel (serii 168, 10/1997 - 08/2004) | Sam naprawiam samochód

A richly illustrated repair manual for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (series 168) cars manufactured from 10/1997 to 08/2004, short and long body versions.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (60 kW/82 hp)
- 1.6 L (60 kW/82 hp and 75 kW/102 hp)
- 1.9 L (92 kW/125 hp)
- 2.1 L (103 kW/140 hp)

Diesel engines:
- 1.7 L (44 kW/60 hp, 55kW/75 hp, 66 kW/90 hp and 70 kW/95 hp.

With mechanical and automatic gearboxes.

  • A service plan, a detailed description of service and repair activities that can be performed by the user themselves, and electrical wiring diagrams are included.
  • Polish edition of the book from the series "So wird's gemacht".

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Author:Hans-Rüdiger Etzold
Details:268 pages, 24.5 x 19.5 x 1.4 cm / 9.7 x 7.7 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:443 photos and drawings
Publisher:Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2022)
Series:Sam naprawiam samochód
ISBN:9788320617481
Cover repair manual Mercedes-Benz A140, A160, A190, A210, A160 CDI, A170 CDI - benzyna i diesel (serii 168, 10/1997 - 08/2004)

Mercedes-Benz A140, A160, A190, A210, A160 CDI, A170 CDI - benzyna i diesel (serii 168, 10/1997 - 08/2004)

Language: Polish

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