2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA220 — Repair Solution

2.1L OM646.980 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel · Warning Lights On Dash · Transmission & Clutch

Mercedes-Benz GLA220 Warning Lights On Dash Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: GLA220
Year: 2016
Engine: 2.1L OM646.980 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
Kilometres: 63,246
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Warning Lights On Dash

Customer Complaint

The vehicle was locked in gear and could not be shifted to Neutral or Park. The engine would not start.

Problem Summary

A full system scan was carried out and the transmission was confirmed to be locked in gear, with no response from the gear selector when attempting to select Neutral. This vehicle is fitted with a dual-clutch transmission.

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Quick Facts

CodeMERX11630273
Vehicle2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA220
Engine2.1L OM646.980 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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