When to replace the Fuel Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ VARIO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ Vario Platform / Chassis 512 D (667.321, 667.322, 667.323), MERCEDES-BENZ Vario Platform / Chassis 612 D (668.321, 668.322, 668.323), MERCEDES-BENZ Vario Platform / Chassis 812 D (670.321, 670.322, 670.323, 670.324) View more

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 Vario Platform / Chassis and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ VARIO Platform/Chassis. Tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 19
Phillips screwdriver
Bulb hand fuel pump
Fender cover
Replacement: fuel filter – MERCEDES-BENZ VARIO Platform/Chassis. 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 VARIO Platform/Chassis. 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 VARIO Platform/Chassis. 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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