CDI oil filter housing... stuck like a rock
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E320CDI
thanks just found that
http://www.startekinfo.de/etools/con...2002%2009%2000
anyone know of an aftermarket piece that works?
http://www.startekinfo.de/etools/con...2002%2009%2000
anyone know of an aftermarket piece that works?
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From: Cross Roads, PA
2008 ML320CDI
I was able to get a typical band type wrench in there. I went back to Autozone and they sell the removal tool Its a generic, 72mm (I think) cap tool. If you check the online tool source and get the right size you can get one at the autopart store.
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'07 GL450
Go with OEM. I went through four - that's right, 4! - of the aftermarket caps/wrenches/gadgets and broke one trying to get the cap off. No dice.
I eventually took the car to an Indy to get some other work done (ball joints) and asked them to replace the oil filter. When I asked how difficult it was for them to remove the cap, they told me it only took them 2 minutes - and did not charge me a dime for it.
It's amazing what having the right tools can do for you!
I eventually took the car to an Indy to get some other work done (ball joints) and asked them to replace the oil filter. When I asked how difficult it was for them to remove the cap, they told me it only took them 2 minutes - and did not charge me a dime for it.
It's amazing what having the right tools can do for you!
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E320 CDI
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Yes the cap, and while 25nm is not much whomever torqued it down last did a number as I can't get the sucker off with my plebeian strap type wrenches.
Thanks to all on this thread, I'll see if I can a) find an acceptable metal wrench that will fit or b) just get the MB OEM one.
TIA
Thanks to all on this thread, I'll see if I can a) find an acceptable metal wrench that will fit or b) just get the MB OEM one.
TIA
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http://www.princessauto.com/tools/au...-filter-wrench
I have used that tool. I would consider that better than OEM filter wrench. It won't round the plastic. You can use it to tighten the filter also.
I have used that tool. I would consider that better than OEM filter wrench. It won't round the plastic. You can use it to tighten the filter also.
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