When to replace the Fuel Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 5-t Bus. List of the tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torx bit T20
Clic-R collar pliers
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 5-t Bus. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 5-t Bus – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Remove the engine cover.
    Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 5-t Bus. Tip:
    Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  2. Step 4
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    Clean the fasteners of the fuel supply lines. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  3. Step 5
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    Unplug the vacuum valve connector.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the vacuum valve from its mounting seat and set it aside. Use a crowbar.
  5. Step 7
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    Detach the connector of the water-in-fuel sensor.
  6. Step 8
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    Loosen the fastening clamps of the fuel filter pipes. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Detach the tubes from the fuel filter.
    Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 5-t Bus. AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the water-in-fuel sensor fasteners. Use Torx T20.
  9. Step 11
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    Disconnect the water-in-fuel sensor from the fuel filter.
  10. Step 12
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    Unclip the fuel filter retainer. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the fuel filter.
  12. Step 14
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.Attention! Use quality filters – MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 5-t Bus.
  13. Step 15
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    Fasten the fuel filter retainer. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 16
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    Install the water-in-fuel sensor.
  15. Step 17
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    Screw in the water-in-fuel sensor fasteners. Use Torx T20.
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