When to replace the Pollen Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 (218.359), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 250 CDI / BlueTEC / d (218.303, 218.304), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 CDI / d (218.323), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 63 AMG (218.374), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 500 (218.373), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 500 4-matic (218.391), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 CDI / d 4-matic (218.393), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 63 AMG (218.374), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 63 AMG 4-matic (218.392), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 63 AMG 4-matic (218.376), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 63 AMG (218.375), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 BlueTEC / d (218.326), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 BlueTEC / d 4-matic (218.394), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 220 BlueTEC / d (218.301), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 220 BlueTEC / d (218.301), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 220 BlueTEC / d (218.301), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 250 BlueTEC / d 4-matic (218.397), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 BlueTEC / d (218.326), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 400 (218.365), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 400 4-matic (218.367), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 400 (218.361), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 400 4-matic (218.368), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 d 4-matic (218.394) 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 – Pollen Filter for CLS (C218) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218). Tools you need:
Torx bit T20
Plastic trim tool
Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Replace the cabin filter at least once every six months, in early spring and autumn seasons.
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • If the air flow into the cabin has sharply reduced, replace the filter before a scheduled maintenance.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Pollen Filter on Mercedes C218 2011 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the floor mat from the passenger side.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 CDI / d (218.323) 2012 Pollen Filter - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the inner door sill cover. Use a plastic trim tool.
  3. Step 3
    Mercedes C218 CLS 350 CDI / d 4-matic (218.393) 2013 Pollen Filter replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the door opening weatherstrip.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Pollen Filter on MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) CLS 350 3.5 (218.359) 2014 by yourself
    Remove the side panel on the passenger side.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ CLS CLS 350 BlueTEC / d 4-matic (218.394) 2015 Pollen Filter - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the fasteners of the passenger side kick panel. Use Torx T20.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Pollen Filter on MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218) 2016: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Move the lower glove box cover aside.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Pollen Filter replacement on Mercedes C218 CLS 350 BlueTEC / d 3.0 (218.326) 2017 - download illustrated guide
    Slide the cabin filter retainer to release it.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the cabin filter.
    Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Pollen Filter on Mercedes C218 2012 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Attention! Use quality filters – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C218).
  10. Step 10
    MERCEDES-BENZ CLS CLS 500 4.7 (218.373) Pollen Filter replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Slide the retainer back to secure the filter.
  11. Step 11
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    Install and secure the cover under the glove box.
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