Replace Trunk Door Latch Mercedes-Benz GLA250 X156 2014-2019

Replace Trunk Door Latch Mercedes-Benz GLA250 X156 2014-2019

Can’t close your Mercedes-Benz trunk door due to a faulty trunk latch? Learn how to fix the problem by replacing the trunk door latch of your vehicle. This guide is a step-by-step procedure for replacing the trunk door latch on a 2014-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 X156.


What you will need

  • Trunk door latch (Mercedes-Benz GLA250)
  • T30 Torx screwdriver
  • 10mm nut driver or 10mm socket wrench

Procedure

  1. Remove the door trunk panel. For more help, see this guide. Removing the trunk panel of the vehicle.
  2. Remove the T30 screws on the trunk’s door latch using a Torx screwdriver and twist it counterclockwise.The T30 screws holding the trunk door latch.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector of the door latch by unlocking the clip and pulling the connector out.The electrical connector of the trunk door latch.
    Disconnecting the electrical connector of the door trunk latch.

  4. Disconnect the two electrical connectors on the box module by pressing the clip and pulling the connector out.The electrical connectors of the box module.
    Disconnecting the electrical connectors of the box module.

  5. Remove the box module by removing the 10mm bolt. Use a 10mm nut driver or socket wrench to remove the bolt.The 10mm bolt holding the box module.
    Removing the 10mm bolt on the box module.

  6. Remove the cable on the trunk door latch by simply pulling it out.Removing the cable out from the trunk door latch.
  7. Pull the trunk door latch out of the vehicle.Removing the trunk door latch.
    Removing the trunk door latch.

  8. Get the replacement trunk door latch, install the door latch cable, and line it up back to the vehicle.Reinstalling the cable of the trunk door latch.
    Putting the trunk door latch back to the vehicle.

  9. Reinstall the T30 screws on the door latch and tighten it by twisting the Torx screwdriver clockwise.Reinstalling the T30 screws on the trunk door latch.
  10. Reconnect the electrical connector of the door latch and push the clip to lock it in its place.Reconnecting the electrical connector of the trunk door latch.
  11. Slide the box module back to the trunk and reinstall the 10mm bolt.Reinstalling the box module back to the trunk.
    Reinstalling the 10mm bolt of the box module.

  12. Connect the two electrical connectors back to the module.Reconnecting the electrical connectors of the box module.Reconnecting the electrical connectors of the box module.
  13. Reinstall the door trunk panel. See this guide for more help with this stepReinstalling the door trunk panel.

We hope you find the Replace Trunk Door Latch Mercedes-Benz GLA250 X156 2014-2019 guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Mercedes-Benz.

Author

  • Rushit Hila • ASE Certified

    Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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