Fuel Filter Replacement on 2001 ML

[Builder2961]

Anyone have a DIY of this project? I see that Wolfgang has a DIY but its for a 2000, are they the same? Will I have to upgrade a 2001 to the new longer filter like the 2000? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

[azinn]

Originally Posted by Builder2961

Anyone have a DIY of this project? I see that Wolfgang has a DIY but its for a 2000, are they the same? Will I have to upgrade a 2001 to the new longer filter like the 2000? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

The filter was modified starting March 26, 2001, so all 1998-2000 need the fuel filter up-date. Also SOME 2001 cars will also need that up-date. If you don't have the longer filter you will have to upgrade. Sorry, no DIY info. Good luck.

[Exfactor]

Originally Posted by Builder2961

Anyone have a DIY of this project? I see that Wolfgang has a DIY but its for a 2000, are they the same? Will I have to upgrade a 2001 to the new longer filter like the 2000? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

See my previous post here
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w163...01+fuel+filter

If you go to the dealer to buy the parts they should be able to tell you exactly what you need for the upgrade by checking with your VIN. Hopefully you are lucky like I was and don't have to remove the rear seat.
Good Luck.

[43sqd]

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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
4. Negative battery cable
Relieve the pressure in the fuel tank by opening, then tightening the filler cap.
5. Left rear wheel
6. Plastic inner fender liner
NOTE: The fuel lines must not be kinked.


7. Fuel pipes from the fuel filter, by compressing the locking catches
8. Breather hose from the filter assembly
9. Filter securing clip
10. Filter/pressure regulator
To install:







Install or connect the following:
New fuel filter/pressure regulator into the housing and tighten the securing clip to 27 inch lbs. (3 Nm)
Breather hose to the filter assembly
Fuel lines to the filter assembly
Plastic inner fender liner
Left rear wheel and tighten the lug bolts to 110 ft. lbs. (150 Nm)
Negative battery cable
Read fault memory, encode the radio and normalize the power windows.
Start the vehicle and check for leaks.

This procedure is used by Mercedes, but you will need a floor jack and jack stand to support the vehicle.

If you don't have one then you have to remove the rear seat.