HELP! Oil change
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HELP! Oil change
2001 E320 4Matic-
When I pulled my oil filter out, I didn't find the shaft that is suppose to be in the middle of the oil filter. Is this true for some models of benz?
Regards,
Kai
When I pulled my oil filter out, I didn't find the shaft that is suppose to be in the middle of the oil filter. Is this true for some models of benz?
Regards,
Kai
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1987 E300 TD
I'm pretty sure there is supposed to be a black plastic shaft, but I could be wrong. If it didn't have one it would be bouncing around I'm assuming....
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plastic shaft? not metal? my 97 oil filter can is in a different location, but mine is all metal, shaft included. I am sure you can find that on benz parts store?
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There are all kinds of o-rings on this shaft, so you can probably assume that without it not much filtering is happening.
Get a new cap.
Get a new cap.
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I have seen a couple of those shafts come off. I would suggest you go get a new oil filter assembly (cap, shaft, filter) and then just pull the old one out. Unless you are pulling it at some strange angle then it shouldn't break off.
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1987 E300 TD
Here is a step by step DIY guide for your oil change. It also shows you what the plastic shaft looks like....since yours is missing I agree with the above comment and get a new cap, shaft, o-rings. goodluck!
http://www.mercedesshop.com/Wikka/OilFilter2
http://www.mercedesshop.com/Wikka/OilFilter2
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ok, where do you get your filters? Second what type of oil 5/40 synthetic? What brand does the dealer use? Isn't there a drain in the bottom of the car?
Where can I buy a the oil suction thing?
Sorry im an idiot but trying to learn
By the way what did you do to your headlights>? looks really cool!
Sunny
Where can I buy a the oil suction thing?
Sorry im an idiot but trying to learn
By the way what did you do to your headlights>? looks really cool!
Sunny
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ok, where do you get your filters? Second what type of oil 5/40 synthetic? What brand does the dealer use? Isn't there a drain in the bottom of the car?
Where can I buy a the oil suction thing?
Sorry im an idiot but trying to learn
By the way what did you do to your headlights>? looks really cool!
Sunny
Where can I buy a the oil suction thing?
Sorry im an idiot but trying to learn
By the way what did you do to your headlights>? looks really cool!
Sunny
2.) Depends on your model, check your manual that came with the car. I use 5-30W Synth Mobil 1.
3.) There is a drain plug at the bottom of the oil pan, you must remove the plastic shidld on the bottom of your vehicle to access the oil pan.
4.) Use a turkey baster
5.) Bought aftermarket, non-OEM, headlights off ebay....search W210 Head lights