How to carry out replacement: Air Filter 250 GD 2.5 Mercedes W461
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Change Mercedes W461 250 GD 2.5 Air Filter yourself – manuals and video tutorials

How to change air filter on MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class Off-Road (W461) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Air Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 2 year / 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (W461). Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
Drive socket # 7
Drive socket # E11
Ratchet wrench
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (W461). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Detach the mass air flow sensor connector.
  2. Step 4
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    Loosen the fastening clamp connecting the air duct to the air filter housing. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  3. Step 5
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a drive socket #E11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the air filter cover.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  7. Step 9
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
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