How to change a fuel filter on a Mercedes C-Class (W203) - all steps

How to change a fuel filter on a Mercedes C-Class (W203)

[@TruckStopLayby]

Thanks. Followed your video for my 2006 C180 Kompressor SE (UK model). I had to buy 9mm and 13mm hose clips as the ones on there weren't reusable. Great video. Thanks again.

[@urbanmathura8470]

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[@estuarcaceres]

Thanks for the video It's very good although I think it would be better before putting the cover check if no leak

[@AndToTheRepublic4WhichItStands]

When that owl said "whoo whoo whoo ha whooo." I felt that.

[@jacquibee761]

I thought it was a dove

[@AloneMote]

Thank you! Good video. Love the owls in the background.

[@petrol-head-Steve]

Its a cookcoo lol

[@stormrider01]

Is this the M271 engine?

[@franciscojonace4507]

Good one,you should clean that section just as precaution,once is a very hot section

[@AgentFoxMulder1972]

Hello, thenak you for the video!. Last week I have had the fuel filter in my w203 c320 replaces. but now it next to the fuel flter I hear a dull noise , and the car does not give suddenly power when I accelerate ...... as if the fuel is not getting to the engine as it might have an obstruction...... could the mechanis have installed the tubes backwars or could the fuel filter be faulty?

[@eriksalinas8216]

Would it be the same in a w204 c300 2009

[@henrylee2964]

Don't forget to take lots of digital pictures before you remove that fuel filter. Those existing hoses must go back in the right location or the engine wont start. IF the hoses are in the correct location and still the car wont start, then the electrical fuel pump has gone dead. and you have to replace the fuel pump.

[@dominikkucera2197]

how often you should change that? i bought 2006 benz and theres still original

[@henrylee2964]

Bro: According to the C-240 owners manual change the fuel filter every 65K. For oil change use liqui-moly (5-40). This synthetic oil if higher quality than Mobil 1.

[@gedelp8707]

Is this for the c280 2007 ? And in what side of the car is the fuel filter?

[@raykar2]

You should remove fuel pump fuse first to release pressure. Good video.

[@peterfriel5129]

yes

[@eddienakamura4334]

hello mate... are the bolts that hold on the shield 10mm?

[@peterfriel5129]

Yes

[@008rec9]

Thanks for the video. Since I had the filter changed my car is running rough at cold start and it died on me even I had gas on the tank I just added some more fuel and it started right up. I think that the mechanic put the fuel lines from the right backward. Can that be an option ?

[@SkateForCows]

Sounds like your fuel pump went out , try switching them if anything

[@willemvee3911]

I changed my fuel filter but now no more Quick starts

[@SavedbyHim]

@@willemvee3911 These filters are directional and needs to fitted with the right orientation

[@edwardshorts3126]

@@SavedbyHim will it run in the wrong direction, I’ve had this issue several times thought I had a bad filter, could it be sucking air

[@tonydonoghue3303]

Loving the video.... thanks

[@jerardopalacios5156]

Would this work on model c230 2007

[@YeeeItsMe]

Yes

[@robertmontgomery7158]

Thank you

[@christrull7081]

Thanks it's always in the last place you look hua... Got a few noisy doves,or pigeons there i hear

[@ecologicaltime]

yea, lots of hadada ibis which fortunately dont sing in the nights

[@christopherramirez4903]

How do you do it on a c250 w204

[@willemvee3911]

After I changed my fuel filter for Mercedes Benz w203 2005 model, no more Quick starts, what could be the problem?

[@nicolasvega-frey4543]

i had a mechanic do that to my car and also replace the maf. supposedly, i might need to chsnge the fuel pressure regulator on the engine block. but i guess it is possible that he replaced them with low quality parts or installed them incorrectly. and he was a supposed specialist. and charged me 1000$ for it. what a rip off. and it turned out later that it was my alternator that needed to be replaced. they guy solved nothing and i will never go back to him

[@loiksherali3375]

I have a mb c 300 2008 does the filter is located on the same place as this video ? Please I need your help

[@bo60---3]

Did u find where it was ??? Pls let me know

[@rahemdeyhimy9448]

Thanx

[@philippos6290]

Hi. May i ask whats the fuel consumption please for this car? Did you have more fuel economy by replacing the fuel filter? Thank you

[@ecologicaltime]

fuel consumption is about 8.3l/100km. No change after fuel filter changed

[@philippos6290]

Thanks) mine is a bit more. Around 9.5 combined. I have some issues with fuel mixture and difgicult to sort them. Too many things need to be checked

[@chrisfritz6261]

l have a c240 with a 2.6 and it gets about 19 mpg in town and maybe 22on the highway

[@mountaindew207]

How do you jack up the car and put it onto stands? I find this the most difficult part as everything under the car is covered. Thanks

[@ecologicaltime]

thanks, no you dont have to wait

[@selametas-salafi3726]

There are 4 jacking points in these cars especially w203 Mercedes, You can see them on the frame, they should be four rubber points. You can also Put a jack right on the engine block in the front, just use rubber or a hockey Pike of the like to distribute the weight.

[@tigersingh451]

Hi..is it on the same place for 204 2011 model...Please reply.

[@ecologicaltime]

dont know

[@paul810324]

Is there torque spec for the screws on the filter holder and the under body plastic cover? BTW, what's the diameter of the hoses? If I don't use the screw type hose clamp, I think the information is required.

[@christrull7081]

Relax guy it's not a computer, why would you need to house diameter? They already exist on the car and you won't need them to order the filter.😇

[@thomaswild2957]

I believe the torque would be 8,394Nm. Make sure you get it exactly, otherwise the whole car will break.

[@YusufPetersenCPT]

thanx bru i was wondering where the heck it was... I have a w204 but should be in the same place

[@elomeli211]

Next time start the car, than pull the fuel pump relay. Thatll dump the fuel from the fuel lines so gas doesn't spew out when you remove the lines. It'll keep you from damaging the fuel line ends as well so you don't have to clamp them. Car guys

[@bktarch]

do you start the car and unplug the fuel pump fuse while the car is still running? or do you unplug the fuse then start the car? thanks

[@tatertotracing7818]

im gonna guess you would pull the relay before because im sure youd get shocked lol

[@franjearies642]

You right

[@ephillips5046]

Very Good Reply

[@rodneykahane4994]

pull it while its running

[@mohammadesmaili]

Hi , I just got mine replaced by a mechanic and its making a loud noise (trumpet like sound) which goes away after a few seconds. The mechanic suggests this is a bad quality filter and he is going to change it. I am wondering, is possible he forgot to take the fuse out to De-pressurise the system?

[@aaronanesugondo8634]

Did you get solution if you did can you kindly share thank you

[@vasilvalchev9447]

I got same problem

[@bklyn7188]

Those are the wrong clamps to use over time they are gonna eat through the hoses

[@ecologicaltime]

thank you

[@MICKIN310]

I have a 06 clk 500 and I cannot find this filter any where ???

[@nAN3ftw]

engine bay

[@SuryoyoEntertainment]

When is it time to do this? After how many kilometers? Im gonna do it by myself when ever its time to do this.

[@ecologicaltime]

depends on your fuel quality. Some places have cleaner fuel than others. IMO within 60km

[@tonyreyes9969]

Every 60,000 km as per m.benz specification.

[@thomaswild2957]

@@tonyreyes9969 regardless time interval?

[@ericfartman1663]

Is fuel on Benz 230 2003 located at same place ???

[@jorgepizarro3327]

It should be.. mine's a 05 kompressor.. I'm having a massive fuel leak underneath mine and I think it might be from the fuel filter. I'm taking a look at it today

[@chrisfritz6261]

I think all w203 should be in the same place

[@henrylee2964]

The older Benz made in Germany are higher quality. Don't buy a Benz is made in the USA or in south Africa there will be more maintenance mechanical/ electronic expensive repairs. A benz shop charges 400/hour. so you can do the math.

[@rethalee845]

I drive a Japan import I think they are reliable

[@figgiefigueroa7372]

Removing the original clips is the nightmare

[@kaumohlamonyane272]

Are you South African?

[@Jwelthag]

How South African are you? Cape Town?

[@ecologicaltime]

? What are the levels? Jhb

[@johanndupreez7736]

@@ecologicaltime , Good question...

[@mu86neer]

Can fuel filter cause rough idle state?

[@ecologicaltime]

yes, if clogged but could be many other reasons.

[@mu86neer]

@@ecologicaltime I replaced the fuel filter, cleaned the injectors, plugs and cleaned the maf sensor but still the shaking won't stop. Thanks sir for replying to my comment.

[@williderdritte]

@@mu86neer this sounds like the typicla problem of the M271 Engine. Under the Compressor, there are 3 tubes, which connect the compressor with the engine. After some time these tubes are getting porous. The engine gets to much air sometimes and shakes.

[@mu86neer]

@@williderdritte thank u. I'll look into it.

[@grnnt123]

@@mu86neer soo? Did it work out?

[@808thampire]

I'm confused, thought it was under the seat.

[@sjonni90]

Inside the cabin of the vehicle? Do you realise how dangerous that would be?

[@brandonruiz9115]

The one under the rear seats is the fuel pump. He changed the fuel filter.

[@shyne5637]

@@brandonruiz9115no the filter is located on the fuel pump in my model it is under the back seat in the cabin I have a 2007 c class the 4matic is not this kind of fuel filter it’s part of the pump on my car

[@edgarechavarria1044]

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