When to replace the Fuel Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 90000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 – Fuel Filter for V-Class (W638/2) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tools you'll need:
Impact socket №10
Phillips screwdriver
Ratchet wrench
Fluid container
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2) – should be done with the engine switched off.
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
    Prepare a container for fluids.
    Step 4
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    Loosen the fastening clamp of the fuel filter pipe. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 5
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    Disconnect the pipe from the fuel filter.
  3. Step 6
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    Remove the fuel pressure sensor. Use a crowbar.
  4. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener attaching the fuel supply line to the fuel filter housing. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
  5. Step 8
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    Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
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    Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter.
  7. Step 10
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    Remove the fuel filter. Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
  8. Step 11
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    Install a new fuel filter.
    Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure that the fuel filter is positioned correctly. Consider the fuel flow direction mark.During installation, take care to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the fuel filter housing.Attention! Use quality filters – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2).
  9. Step 12
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    Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter.
  10. Step 13
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    Install the fuel pressure sensor.
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