Can anyone recommend a suitable tool/socket to get the plugs out.
Can't even see where they are, & it don't look easy..........
Is a multi-jointed socket, or plain straight socket of the right length???
What do i need????

 

Look up my posting:How to change your 6 spark plugs easily on July 14 2008 for the information, Woody

 

Woody ! 6 plugs ??? LOL

 

12 plugs, 2 per cylinder.
There is a MB tool - it does help - basically a spark plug wrench with a universal joint on the end.
There's a couple of write-ups on the forum - they do help - I have attached one (gloves optional).
Small hands REALLY help.
FYI, the plugs are supposedly good for about 100/120 thousand miles

 

you can get the same generic tool at any parts store for $5.00

 

I used the 18mm open ended wrench to get the plug wires off (Thanks!, great tip). Had to use a small cresent wrench for the last plugs on both sides closest to the firewall (my 18mm was too long). Used a hammer to tap the cresent wrench once I had it on the plug wire end.
Using anti-seize was a great idea too. Couldn't quite determine how hard to torque but nothing stripped (I don't think).
One thing I did was when I put the plug wires back onto the spark plugs I started with the plug nearest the firewall and worked forward, that kept everything out of the way so I could work with the 18mm to pop them back on.
Changing the 12 plugs took me 3 freakin' hours! Those Germans need to figure out a way to allow basic maintenance in less time, this was rediculous. But thanks for all the tips, they worked great!

 

Welcome aboard.....lol... I guess that 4 year old post was a good help for you.... Always check the dates....but the info is still correct... some info may not be as we keep learning more and more about these little cars....