When to replace the Pollen Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 230 (170.449), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 32 AMG Kompressor (170.466), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 320 (170.465), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 230 Kompressor (170.449), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 200 Kompressor (170.444), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 200 Kompressor (170.445), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 230 Kompressor (170.447), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170) 200 (170.435) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: cabin recirculated air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170). Tools you'll need:
Phillips screwdriver
Replacement: cabin recirculated air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • If the air flow into the cabin has sharply reduced, replace the filter before a scheduled maintenance.
  • Replace the cabin recirculated air filters as a kit.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: cabin recirculated air filter – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R170). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Move the passenger seat fully backwards.
  2. Step 2
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    Spread a cloth under the cabin filter cover to protect the interior upholstery from getting dirty.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the side trim panel on the passenger side. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Pry up, carefully release from the fasteners and remove the side trim panel on the passenger side.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the fasteners of the cabin recirculated air filters.
  6. Step 6
    Remove the cabin recirculated air filters from the climate control unit housing.
    Step 7
    Install the cabin recirculated air filters in their mounting seats.
    Step 8
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    Lock the fasteners of the cabin recirculated air filters.
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