W213 E Class Cabin Air Filter
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W213 Cabin Air Filter
It felt like it was intentionally designed to be a problem for DIY. Following instructions from an MB video, once I removed the two screws (one is mischievously hidden) I pulled the trim down and immediately two small plastic clips broke. I replaced the filter and then spent over an hour trying to put the rectangular cover back (check the image below). I don't know if it is just me but this thing wouldn't go back where it is supposed to be.
Anyone had this problem? Is there a specific way this cover needs to be put back?
Thanks,
Anyone had this problem? Is there a specific way this cover needs to be put back?
Thanks,
One last thing, I did read a post from a man that advised to not refer to any Youtube videos or the MB shop manual but rather he recommended that you remove the scuff plate before you start to take the bottom glove box cover apart etc., IMO having done this job twice, I have never removed the scuff plate and I have never broken anything while doing this job. The trick to taking the glove box cover off is simple, there is a plastic hook on it and when you pull it down, just remember to pull the cover down to about a 120 degree angle which puts the bottom of the glove box cover at the proper angle which will allow you to remove it without breaking the hook on the cover which sits at the back of the panel. Of course if you wish to do it his way or any other way that is of course your choice, personally I took a good long look at the MB shop manual before I started to do anything and it worked out fine for me. Best of luck to all that tackle this bi-annual "pain".
#52
One last thing, I did read a post from a man that advised to not refer to any Youtube videos or the MB shop manual but rather he recommended that you remove the scuff plate before you start to take the bottom glove box cover apart etc., IMO having done this job twice, I have never removed the scuff plate and I have never broken anything while doing this job.
The trick to taking the glove box cover off is simple, there is a plastic hook on it and when you pull it down, just remember to pull the cover down to about a 120 degree angle which puts the bottom of the glove box cover at the proper angle which will allow you to remove it without breaking the hook on the cover which sits at the back of the panel.
I suspect there is a difference in the later models. I've got 2018 June model and no matter what you do, you will NOT be able to remove the footcover plastic trim without removing the plastic trim next to the scuff plate without breaking anything. It is physically impossible. Hence that particular Youtube video I posted also shows to make sure to remove the plate.
Just have a look at many of the Youtube videos on how to change the Cabin air filters on W205/W213.. The below is just many of one of the examples on how people are giving out false instructions without any warnings. I've circled the part where it shows the broken bit.
#53
How to keep the filter cover in place
It felt like it was intentionally designed to be a problem for DIY. Following instructions from an MB video, once I removed the two screws (one is mischievously hidden) I pulled the trim down and immediately two small plastic clips broke. I replaced the filter and then spent over an hour trying to put the rectangular cover back (check the image below). I don't know if it is just me but this thing wouldn't go back where it is supposed to be.
Anyone had this problem? Is there a specific way this cover needs to be put back?
Thanks,
Anyone had this problem? Is there a specific way this cover needs to be put back?
Thanks,
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wasmans (08-02-2023)