2026-07-22 · 5 min read
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Spark Plug Replacement Malaysia — M260/M264
A-Class M260 and M264 use iridium spark plugs with a 60,000 km service interval. Misfires or rough idle on an A-Class often trace back to worn plugs. Replacement cost and procedure in Malaysia.
Both M270 and M260 engines use iridium spark plugs. Iridium plugs last longer than standard copper but should not be run indefinitely in Malaysian urban conditions where short trips and stop-go traffic accelerate fouling.
Specification & Interval
- Type: iridium spark plugs (NGK or Bosch OEM equivalent)
- Quantity: 4 plugs (M270 4-cylinder); 4 plugs (M260 4-cylinder)
- Recommended interval: 40,000 km for urban Malaysian driving
- Cost: RM 250–350 for a set of 4 (supply + labour)
Symptoms of Worn Plugs
- Rough idle, especially cold start
- Hesitation or stumble during acceleration
- Increased fuel consumption
- Difficulty starting in morning
- Occasional misfire code (P030x) on XENTRY scan