When to replace the Air Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 4 year / 120000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 CDI (210.006), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 CDI (210.007), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 200 CDI (210.007), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 CDI (210.006), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 270 CDI (210.016), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 320 CDI (210.026), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W210) E 220 CDI (210.006) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change air filter on MERCEDES W210 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for E-Class Saloon (W210) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: air filter – Mercedes W210. Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
Drive socket # 7
Drive socket # E11
Ratchet wrench
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – Mercedes W210. 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
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Detach the mass air flow sensor connector.
  4. 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.
  5. Step 5
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
  6. Step 6
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a drive socket #E11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the air filter cover.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  9. 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.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
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