Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 1 year / 10000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Coupe (C124) 300 CE-24 (124.051), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Coupe (C124) 320 CE (124.052), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Coupe (C124) 220 CE (124.042), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Coupe (C124) 300 CE-24 (124.051), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Coupe (C124) 200 CE (124.040) … View more

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 – Oil Filter for W124 Coupe (C124) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models

Oil filter

        Oil filter for W124 Coupe (C124) Petrol (220 hp)
      
        Oil filter for W124 Coupe (C124) Petrol (220 hp)
      
        Oil filter for W124 Coupe (C124) Petrol (150 hp)
      
        Oil filter for W124 Coupe (C124) Petrol (231 hp)
      
        Oil filter for W124 Coupe (C124) Petrol (136 hp)

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ COUPE (C124). Tools you need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Drive socket # 24
                      
                        Oil filter cup socket 62-23F
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Funnel
                      
                        Oil drain pan
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ COUPE (C124). Tip from AUTODOC:

Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
Use only new O-rings during installation.
Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ COUPE (C124) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 4

Unscrew the filter housing cap together with the old filter element. Use the 62-23F socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Prepare a container for the old oil filter.

Step 6

Put the old oil filter in the container.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ COUPE (C124). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter.
Step 7

Detach the oil filter from the filter cover.

Step 8

Remove the oil filter cover O-ring. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 9

Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.

Step 10

Install a new O-ring to its mounting seat on the filter cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 11

Install the new oil filter to the mounting seat on the filter cover.

Please note!
Make sure to install the filter correctly. Don't mix up the sides of the part.
Step 12

Clean the oil filter seat.

Step 13

Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 14.1

Install a new oil filter housing cover and tighten it.

Step 14.2

Use the 62-23F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 15

Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.

AUTODOC recommends:
The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All works should be done with the engine cooled down.
Step 16

Put a waste oil container with at least 6 l capacity under the drainage hole.

Step 17

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 18

Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #24. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 19

Drain the used oil.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ COUPE (C124). Professionals recommend:
Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 20

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
Step 21

Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #24. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 22

Lower the car.

Step 23

Remove the oil filler cap.
Step 24

Insert the funnel.
Step 25

Pour new oil into the engine in the amount recommended by the car manufacturer.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ COUPE (C124). AUTODOC recommends:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 26

Check the oil level using the dipstick. Top up oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.
Step 27

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 28

Tighten the oil filler cap.
Step 29

Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.

Step 30

Check the oil level 5 minutes after the stop of the engine operation using a dipstick and add oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened.Check the threaded plug of the drainage hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, carefully tighten them up.
Step 31

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 32

Close the hood.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ COUPE (C124). Tip from AUTODOC:
Note that oil pressure warning light, which indicates insufficient pressure in the lubrication system, may be on for a longer time than usual. After a few seconds, the oil will fill all the channels, and the light will go out.To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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