How to change engine oil and filter on Mercedes W168 diesel – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 12month / 15000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 CDI (168.007),
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 170 CDI (168.008),
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 CDI (168.006)
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change oil filter and engine oil on MERCEDES W168 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for A-Class (W168) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Mercedes W168. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
Please note: all work on the car – Mercedes W168 – 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
Pull up the oil dipstick.
Step 5
Clean the oil filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 6
Unscrew the filter housing cap together with the old filter element. Use a drive socket #32. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 7
Put the old oil filter in the container.
Step 8
Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Mercedes W168. Professionals recommend:
The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Step 9
Put a waste oil container with at least 5 l capacity under the drainage hole.
Step 10
Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 11
Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12
Drain the used oil.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Mercedes W168. Professionals recommend:
Caution! The oil may be hot.
Step 13
Detach the oil filter from the filter cover.
Step 14
Remove old o-rings from the oil filter cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 15
Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 16
Install new o-rings.
Step 17
Install the new oil filter to the mounting seat on the filter cover.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Mercedes W168. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure to install the filter correctly. Don't mix up the sides of the part.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 18
Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
Step 19
Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 29 Nm torque.
Step 20
Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 21
Lower the car.
Step 22
Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 23
Install a new oil filter housing cover and tighten it. Use a drive socket #32. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 24
Remove the oil filler cap.
Step 25
Insert the funnel.
Step 26
Pour oil into the engine through the filler. Required amount of oil: 4,6 l.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Mercedes W168. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 27
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 28
Install the oil filler cap.
Step 29
Tighten the oil filler cap.
Step 30
Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.
Step 31
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 32
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 33
Close the hood.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Mercedes W168. Professionals recommend:
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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