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Tried searching You Tube for a video illustrating how to change the cabin air filter. Can't seem to find one. Can anyone help? Thanks.
Has anyone replaced their cabin filter? Can you describe the process?
Last edited by rmorin49; Jun 29, 2019 at 09:26 PM.
I've searched the internet for days and cannot find a video or instructions on how to replace the cabin air filter. Can anyone help? Also do the R231 models have 1 or 2 cabin filters? Seems the previous model had 2.
It is the same filter, p/n 212-830-03-18, and (I assume) procedure as in W212 E, C218 CLS and W204 C. Many YouTube videos. It is a major pain (imho) to do. Doubt many SL owners do this themselves.
It is the same filter, p/n 212-830-03-18, and (I assume) procedure as in W212 E, C218 CLS and W204 C. Many YouTube videos. It is a major pain (imho) to do. Doubt many SL owners do this themselves.
I’m also trying to find a You Tube video specifically on how to change the cabin filter on my 2013 SL550. Lots of them for older models, none for the R231. I will also try the procedure for the W212 E, but the interior is completely different and I’m skeptical. Don’t want to start tearing into the glove box area and then have to take it somewhere to finish!
I have changed the cabin filter in my 2013 SL550 twice. It’s located under the glove box. You have to remove the panel under the glove box which involves folding the passenger side carpet out of the way and unclipping the foot well light. The only hard part is lying under glove box on your back. It has a sliding clip that holds it in place. Then it just drops down. Installation is just the reverse. It’s easy but there is not a lot of room to work and your arms will get tired. If you buy the Bosch replacement it comes with instructions!
Thanks for this info. I just checked with my dealer and my cabin filter was changed as part of the CPO certification so I am good for a year or so. I will likely change my own when it is time.
The simplest cabin filter I ever observed was on my Wife’s VW Beetle. The filter for the engine was also the filter for the fresh air intake for the interior.
Changing the engine air filter did double duty.....
Well, after purchasing my cabin filter last October, I'm finally trying to get it installed. pi_4X4 link to the YouTube video was fine IF you have a 2003 SLK 230, but it's not even close for an R231 SL550.
My question to you is this. There is a 12v outlet that is to the left of the panel (See photos). It looks to me like this has to come off to drop the whole panel and get to the cabin filter. Do you remember what you did to get this out so you could drop the entire panel? I can actually see the cabin filter, but without dropping the entire panel, I can't get to it.
Any help would be appreciated.
Last edited by Stevieboy1; May 28, 2020 at 09:38 PM.
Hi, Steveboy1,
I have changed the cabin filter several times. First put the passenger seat all the way back. Second, remove the black flat cover panel under the glove box door, ( 3 or 4 screws) on the bottom of the dash where the courtesy lamp is. You have to twist it a little to get it to clear everything. Do not remove the kick panel with the 12v adapter. Once you get that panel out of the way (unplug the electrical connector for the courtesy light or unplug the light from the panel) fold back the carpet back pull it from the fire wall and fold it toward the passenger seat. Now you have to lay down face up on the passenger floor and look up you’ll see a black plastic plate. There are two sliding plastic rails that you have to slide to get the plate off. Once that is off you’ll see the bottom of the filter. Make note of the direction of the filter, it goes back only one direction. Just pull the old filter out and put the new one back. Hold up the plate and slide the little plastic rails back to hold it in place, flip the carpet back in place and replace the bottom cover. Sounds much worse than it is...takes about 20 minutes the first time and about 10 minutes next time. I put a moving blanket on the threshold sill so I could lay down without breaking a rib or two. It’s really very easy. It’s really a pain in the butt! 😀😀😀😀 It’s fun and rewarding to work on these cars. Atlas Miami
Hi Steveboy1,
I stand corrected..don’t disconnect the 12v socket....just move the panel off to the side. I left mine connected...if you want to remove it, I think it has a connector.
Atlas Miami
Hi AtlasMiami,
greetings from Germany. I found your post as I am trying to replace my cabin filter.
I am stuck at the point when trying to remove the panel. No idea on how to get it out on the left side. See the photos.
Any suggestions.
Thx Step
You will need to twist and bend slightly to get the panel to come out. I don't suggest removing the 12v as it's a bear to remove. Also, pay particular attention to air flow orientation of the old filter.
Last edited by TheWuMan; Sep 16, 2020 at 12:23 PM.
Thanks for posting this. I plan to change mine next spring. I have a Mann filter purchased from FCPEuro. They are a great source for European car parts.
Thanks for posting this. I plan to change mine next spring. I have a Mann filter purchased from FCPEuro. They are a great source for European car parts.
And all the parts they sell have a lifetime free replacement warranty...even the consumables (pads, rotors, etc.).
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