MBNA109

Finally got a nice lady to take my call @ 7.00am their time.
After several calls & email left not responded.
Pricey part for pricey cars I guess.

I suggest this is the way to go for those who want this part.

MBNA109

I have found that the tube that is connected to the MityVac itself pulls itself down & loose creating a leak or non-seal thus not creating adequate vacuum. You can actually hear a hiss sometimes.

Please make sure that tube is tight sealed in there in that receptor.
I have to physically use my hand to lift the tube in that area to keep the seal while concurrently the suction is ongoing.

MBNA109

Kevink2 - thanks for the info on this...finally got the adapter for my Mityvac 7201. haven't had a chance to work with it yet but a couple of Questions:
1) Which end of the adapter goes into the dipstick tube?
2) What do you mean use 3"?
3) Does the 3/8" fuel hose fit straight into the Mityvac plug with no issue?

kevink2

1) The big end (left end in pic)

2) I was assuming, using the largest plastic tube from the Mitivac (.41" OD), that it (the tubing) would be long enough to reach the dip-tube. The 3", 3/8" low pressure fuel hose, was just to act as a coupler between the end of the tube, and the aluminum adaptor. Test this out, and use more than 3" of fuel hose if necessary.

3) As noted above, the largest Mityvac tube goes in there.

remember to get engine fully heated ( drive agressively safely for about 10+ minutes) or do it when you get back from a purposed drive.

Also note it can be difficuly to remove the Mityvac top to empty canister ... you have the option of pumping the old oil out to a transfer jug of choice.

And, you can dry fit the fuel hose to the small end of the adaptor with small o-ring still on adaptor. Just don't let hose get super cold and stiff.

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kevink2

Do you remove the tube from the Mityvac after each use? I do and have had no issues, but I've only used it about 8 times.

I'd 1st pull the tube and cut off the end (at same angle as original end) ... mark for cut where it is 1st exiting the fitting. If that does not work, call Mityvac and ask for a replacement for the bad fitting ... I'd expect them to senf it for free. And go for new large tubing.

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wszypszak

If you know, which model mityvac do you recommend?

MBNA109

Yes I do.

If you can visualize - gravity essentially pulls the tube away just s smidgen at the point of entry from the Mityvac.

So not sure what cutting off the end would do?

MBNA109

Will try it out. Thanks!

jchochla

Hello to all. I have a quick question....so can you service your MB yourself? I have a family friend that works on Lambos for people and some very hot exotics..and he told me that as long as you go by the book and keep all service records from him, that won't void the warranty...is that correct??

Thanks!

wszypszak

Me, again. I have read, re-read, and so on the Owner's manual for my 2008 C300 4matic Sport, and it mentions the "combination filter". Can someone help this poor lost soul out by telling me what the heck the combination filter is? Thanks for your help.

RLE

First, Google Topsider and scroll down a little to the link to look at the thing and the online prices and then read the posts here about the Mityvac and adapters etc. and decide for yourself. It can also be purchased at West Marine, a national boat supply chain since it's a marine item.

Mine is still working as required after 10 years with two cars. Holds eight quarts+.

Pete7874

Yes, in a nutshell it's correct. Car mfg cannot force you to have maintenance done exclusively at their dealer network. It would be illegal if they did.

kevink2

That connection should not leak. It could be the push-in fitting on the tank is worn out, or the tubing at the end has slightly distorted .... that could be fixed by cutting off the last inch to create a new part of the tubing to push into the fitting.

dudeitsmattx

The first time I changed my oil I got a stock filter from MB. This time around I just got one from AutoZone the Mobil1 brand. Should I use it or return it and get the stock one from MB again? I dont know the differences between the two if one is better then the other? Thanks..

kevink2

Go back to the general w204 forum, and click on "search this forum". In the search box, add "oil filter" and then hit search. Your answer, grasshopper, you will find there.

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Pete7874

Looking at the images of this M1 filter, it doesn't appear to be nearly as well made as the OEM filter. And the one review of it on Amazon seems to confirm it. I would not use this M1 filter, personally.

kevink2

For a car still under warranty, using the extended change intervals, you must use a MB approved fleece filter, such as Mahn, or OEM.

MB -- fleece-oil-filter

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dudeitsmattx

Yeah I ended up taking it back and went to MB and got a factory one.

RLE

Check the prices for the same MANN filter at autohausaz.com

$12.60 each right now.

dudeitsmattx

I still got it for less then that. I use to work the MB dealer by me, and I know the parts manager very well so I still get the discount. I also picked up the cabin filter from them. Normal price was around $75, I got it for $30.

RLE

The last cabin filter I bought from autohausaz was $18.80. My dealer gets $62 for the same filter.

jctevere

Just did my 40k mile oil change. Got the mann-fleece filter for $10.87 including shipping from a 3rd party Amazon seller including shipping. Same OE product, same filter and o-rings I always got for more money. The supplier even through in a 10% off coupon on future purchases. Can't complain.

Sneaky enough, my cabin air-filter and engine air filters were free. Just don't ask me how!

dudeitsmattx

Guess Ill need to check that out for the cabin next time.

Where is the best place for oil? I get it from the dealer for $6.25 a QT vs $8.89 at like Autozone

Pete7874

It depends on whether you want to chase after sales. For example, O'Reilly here sometimes has M1 0w-40 for sale at $5/qt. $6.25 is not a bad everyday price though.

jctevere

I get mine at Walmart, Mobil 1 0w-40 is like $6.47 everyday. Not too bad, my dealer DEFINITELY doesn't sell for the $6.25 you get, more like $8.50-$9. I also pick up from Advance Auto Parts occasionally, they seem to run a bunch of promotions and the last time I bought from them I got like 20 quarts at just about $5/quart...