When to replace the Air Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter kit : 4 year / 80000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 (203.064), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 240 4-matic (203.081), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 4-matic (203.084), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 55 AMG (203.076), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 280 (203.054), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 280 4-matic (203.092), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 350 (203.056), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 350 4-matic (203.087), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 (203.052), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 3.5 (203.056), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 240 (203.061) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change air filter on MERCEDES-BENZ W203 C-Class  [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for C-Class Saloon (W203) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: air filter – Mercedes W203. Tools you might need:
Torx bit T20
Ratchet wrench
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – Mercedes W203. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Mercedes W203 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) 2001 Air Filter - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: air filter – Mercedes W203. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the air intake hoses.
  5. Step 5
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the air filter housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: air filter – Mercedes W203. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  7. Step 7
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  8. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the air filter covers. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the air filter covers along with filter elements.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the old filter elements.
  12. Step 12
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
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