How to carry out replacement: Fuel Filter 300 GD 3.0 Mercedes W460
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How to change fuel filter on MERCEDES-BENZ G-Class Off-Road (W460) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Fuel Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (W460). Tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 19
Phillips screwdriver
Bulb hand fuel pump
Fender cover
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Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (W460). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (W460). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  2. Step 3
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    Clean the fuel filter mounting bracket. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the fuel filter bracket. Use a combination spanner #19.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the fuel filter.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the mounting seat of the fuel filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS (W460). Tip:
    Lubricate the O-rings of the new fuel filter with a small amount of fuel.
  8. Step 9
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    Install the fastening bolt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Use new O-rings.
  9. Step 10
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    Tighten the fuel filter fasteners. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 22 Nm torque.
  10. Step 11
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    Loosen the fastening clamp of the fuel filter pipe. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
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