How to change fuel filter on Mercedes W168 petrol – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Fuel filter : 4year / 80000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 210 (168.035, 168.135),
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 190 (168.032, 168.132),
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131),
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131)
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change fuel filter on MERCEDES-BENZ A W168 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC
All the parts you need to replace – Fuel Filter for A-Class (W168) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 11
Attach the tubes to the fuel filter.
Step 12
Tighten the fastening clamps of the fuel filter pipes. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13
Install a new fuel filter.
AUTODOC recommends:
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.Mercedes W168 – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
Step 14
Attach the pipe to the fuel filter.
Step 15
Tighten the fastening clamp of the fuel filter pipe. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16
Install the new fuel filter together with its bracket.
Step 17
Screw the fixing bolts of the fuel filter bracket. Use a drive socket #8. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 nm torque.
Step 18
Take the fluid container away from under the fuel filter.
Step 19
Lower the car.
Replacement: fuel filter – Mercedes W168. Tip from AUTODOC:
Before starting off, switch the ignition on and off several times. This should be done to activate the fuel pump to make it pump fuel through the fuel system.
Step 20
Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
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