When to replace the Pollen Filter on your MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 45000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 220 CDI (638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 200 CDI (638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 200 (638.214, 638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 280 (638.244, 638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 230 (638.234, 638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 230 TD (638.274) 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

Tools
Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tools you might need:
Drive socket # E10
Drive socket # 10
Ratchet wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Unscrew the side fasteners of the lower centre console. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 2
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    Unscrew the front fasteners of the lower centre console. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the center console.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew and remove the bar that fastens the lower centre console. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the fastener of the accelerator pedal and move it aside. Use a drive socket #Е10.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Pollen Filter on MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) 2001: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Pollen Filter replacement on Mercedes W638 V 220 CDI (638.294) 2002 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the cabin filter.
    Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tip:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  8. Step 8
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    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.
    Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Replacement: pollen filter – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Take care to only use quality filters.
  9. Step 9
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    Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover.
  10. Step 10
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    Return the accelerator pedal to its initial position and screw in its fastener. Use a drive socket #Е10.
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