When to replace the Air Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 3 year / 90000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for V-Class (W638/2) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tools you'll need:
Drive socket # 7
Ratchet wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Crow bar
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2) – should be done with the engine switched off.
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 air intake hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing. Use a crowbar.
  3. Step 5
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    Unplug the mass air flow sensor connector.
  4. Step 6
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  5. Step 7
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    Release the air filter cover clips.
  6. Step 8
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    Take off the filter lid.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  8. Step 10
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  9. Step 11
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Professionals recommend:
    Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
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