When to replace the Oil Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ 123 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 1 year / 10000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 200 T (124.080), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 200 T (124.080), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 200 TE (124.081), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 200 TE, MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 230 TE Cat (124.083), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 230 TE (124.083), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 TE 4-matic (124.290), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 TE (124.090), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 TE (124.090), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 TE 4-matic (124.290), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 260 TE FGST., MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 260 TE FGST., MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 230 TE (124.083) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for W124 Estate (S124) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 19
Oil filter cup socket 76/14F
Ratchet wrench
Funnel
Oil drain pan
Fender cover
Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
  • Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124).
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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    Unscrew the oil filler plug.
  2. Step 4
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    Pull up the oil dipstick.
  3. Step 5
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). Tip:
    The vehicle must be on a level surface, but if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.
    Step 6
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    Put a waste oil container with at least 6 l capacity under the drainage hole.
  4. Step 7
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    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  5. Step 8
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    Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
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    Drain the used oil.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
  7. Step 10
    Clean the oil filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
    Step 11
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    Unscrew the oil filter. Use the 76/14F socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 12
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    Remove the oil filter.
  9. Step 13
    Clean the oil filter seat. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
    Step 14
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    Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
  10. Step 15
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    Install a new oil filter.
  11. Step 16
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    Tighten the oil filter. Remember to observe the recommended tightening torque. Use the 76/14F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 20 Nm torque.
  12. Step 17
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    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  13. Step 18
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    Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 27 Nm torque.
  14. Step 19
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    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
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