Replacement: fuel filter – Mercedes ML W163. Tip from AUTODOC:
Ensure adequate ventilation of the workplace. Fuel vapors are poisonous.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: fuel filter – Mercedes ML W163. Recommended sequence of steps:
Step 1
Open the hood.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Loosen the fuel supply lines fastening to the fuel filter. Use a flat screwdriver.
Replacement: fuel filter – Mercedes ML W163. Tip:
Be careful! Fuel may leak from the filter housing and hoses.
Step 4
Disconnect the fuel supply lines from the fuel filter.
Step 5
Clean the fuel filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 6
Loosen the fuel filter mounting. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 7
Remove the fuel filter.
Step 8
Install a new fuel filter.
Replacement: fuel filter – Mercedes ML W163. 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.Take care to only use quality filters.
Step 9
Tighten the fuel filter fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10
Connect the fuel supply lines to the fuel filter and tighten the fasteners. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 11
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 12
Close the hood.
Replacement: fuel filter – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC experts recommend:
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 13
Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 14
Shut off the engine.
Replacement: fuel filter – Mercedes ML W163. Professionals recommend:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.
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