The Mercedes 716.5 5-speed manual transmission was produced only from 1997 to 2012 and was installed in front-wheel drive A-Class and B-Class models, as well as the Vaneo compact van. A version of this transmission was also available with the AKS automatic clutch release system.
Manual transmission of the concern: 711.6, 716.5, 716.6, 716.7, 717.4.
Specifications
| Type | manual transmission |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 1.9 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 150 (180) |
| Recommended oil | MB 235.10 |
| Oil capacity, liter | 2.0 |
| Partial replacement, liter | 1.8 |
| Maintenance | every 60 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~300 000 km |
| Weight, kg | 33 |
Gear ratios Mercedes 716.5
Using the example of a 2000 Mercedes A160 with a 1.6 liter engine:
| Main | 4.06 |
| 1st | 3.267 |
| 2nd | 1.923 |
| 3rd | 1.260 |
| 4th | 0.880 |
| 5th | 0.700 |
| Reverse | 3.29 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Mercedes A-Class W168 in 1997 – 2004; A-Class W169 in 2004 – 2012;
- Mercedes B-Class W245 in 2005 – 2011;
- Mercedes Vaneo W414 in 2001 – 2005.
Disadvantages of the Mercedes 716.5 gearbox
- This is a fairly reliable manual transmission, but its service life is highly dependent on engine power;
- When combined with powerful units, the bearings may begin to hum even before 100,000 km;
- Other common problems with this transmission are related to the gear selection mechanism;
- Besides normal wear, the gear selector shaft drive pin often shears;
- Knocking noises in the gearbox may also appear due to a cracked plastic pendulum retainer.
