GL Class (X164) 2007-2012: GL320CDI, GL420CDI, GL450, GL550

MY11 diesel fuel leak

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Old Dec 4, 2010 | 08:33 PM
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Arrow MY11 diesel fuel leak

Recall 2010110001 - MY2011 models 164, 164.8, 212, 251 the fuel filter may leak due to O-ring not properly lubricated, filter will be replaced. Approximately 2,302 vehicles affected.
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Old Dec 5, 2010 | 02:02 AM
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Does this only apply to GL350? And not GL450?
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Old Dec 5, 2010 | 08:41 AM
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Only diesel models.
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Old Dec 5, 2010 | 10:43 AM
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I would check to see if it is leaking. If not, I would wait until it is time for the fuel filter to be changed and kill two birds with one stone.
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Old Dec 5, 2010 | 02:18 PM
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Can anyone tell me exactly where the fuel filter is on the 350?
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Old Dec 5, 2010 | 03:17 PM
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Under the engine cover.
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