DIY: Service E Cabin Air Filter Replacement - Page 2

slk350ncls63 · 05-28-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by DansSlk

They are not required to leak check it.

That's 50% of the reason for doing this myself....

**DansSlk** · 05-28-2008

Yeah but in fairness it's not like the AC will fail because the cover isn't correctly seated, it wouldn't even decrease it's efficiency.

Not that i think it's OK to leave it blowing air from a QC point of view.

slk350ncls63 · 05-28-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by DansSlk

Yeah but in fairness it's not like the AC will fail because the cover isn't correctly seated, it wouldn't even decrease it's efficiency.

Not that i think it's OK to leave it blowing air from a QC point of view.

True, it was blowing pretty hard even with the first leak, although since the SLK is such a small car you would not notice the decreased air pressure either ....

**Duo-Art** · 05-28-2008

Am I the only SLK owner that thinks the cabin air filter is just a gimick so M/B can charge more for service? When I drive with the top down or with the windows down with the A/C or heat on, does filtered air really matter? When it's time to replace my filter, I'm planning on removing it and not putting in a new one. $$$ saved.

**DansSlk** · 05-28-2008

I think it's primary purpose is to protect the rubber seals on the flapper's.

When in recirc mode it helps remove smell's and so on.

**WhiteRabbit** · 05-28-2008

If you see the junk the filter collects you might change your mind.

**DansSlk** · 05-28-2008

The combi filter for the AC is the subject of discussion here mate and they don't collect much.

Engine air filters are vital of course.

**Duo-Art** · 05-29-2008

I agree with Dan. I'd never drive my car (any car) without an engine air filter.

Dennis · 06-30-2008

How do you reset the service b reminder and do you think the filter should be changed at 24,000 miles?

Whosdis · 3 Weeks Ago

Is this filter the "activated charcoal" filter? Or is it indeed the actual cabin filter? In my understanding, the regular cabin filter is located under the hood and will trap most of the crap floating through. Am I wrong?

**DansSlk** · 3 Weeks Ago

In the SLK its combi filter (or dust filter depending on spec) is located in the passenger footwell.

No space under the hood

**dsb** · 6 Days Ago

I just got finished with this mod... well almost.

Several months ago, I purchased online what I believed was the right filter. I then attempted the installation and realized it was the wrong filter. I now have the right filter on order. That said, I think I should add a few notes.

First, this DIY is well written. It only took me about 15 minutes for the entire process. Most of the time was fidgeting with the cigarette wiring. PITA. I attached some pics so that it may help another member. All I can say is that I still haven't figured out a simple, fast way to unclip/reclip the connection. Aside from that, this DIY is an easy process saved me a lot of money. My car required service D which includes services 1,3, and 5. I asked the dealership to not perform service 5 which is the combi filter replacement. Without that done, service D cost a total of $204. For the heck of it, I asked the dealership's parts department the cost of the filter. $112! + installation. In total, I wouldn't have been surprised if the D service cost over $400. Well, not for me.

Anyways, thanks for the DIY and I hope the pics help.

slk350ncls63 · 3 Days Ago

Glad my DIY helped dsb... my service B is now due in 2300 miles, so i've started stocking up on parts...

that cigarette lighter clip is a super-PITA!!!

thanks to my skinny fingers from all that guitar playing...

05-28-2008	#22 (permalink)
DansSlk Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,458 Country: Thanks: 84 Thanked 137 Times in 107 Posts	Yeah but in fairness it's not like the AC will fail because the cover isn't correctly seated, it wouldn't even decrease it's efficiency. Not that i think it's OK to leave it blowing air from a QC point of view. __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

05-28-2008	#25 (permalink)
DansSlk Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,458 Country: Thanks: 84 Thanked 137 Times in 107 Posts	I think it's primary purpose is to protect the rubber seals on the flapper's. When in recirc mode it helps remove smell's and so on. __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

05-28-2008	#26 (permalink)
WhiteRabbit Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Arlington, VA Vehicle: 2009 SLK 350 Posts: 318 Country: Thanks: 59 Thanked 25 Times in 14 Posts	If you see the junk the filter collects you might change your mind. __________________ 2009 SLK 350, Arctic White, Gullwing Red, 7G Automatic, Premium PKG I, Lighting, Heating packages, Auto Climate Control, smartTop roof module v3.22, Clear side-marker lenses.

05-28-2008	#27 (permalink)
DansSlk Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,458 Country: Thanks: 84 Thanked 137 Times in 107 Posts	The combi filter for the AC is the subject of discussion here mate and they don't collect much. Engine air filters are vital of course. __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

3 Weeks Ago	#31 (permalink)
DansSlk Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,458 Country: Thanks: 84 Thanked 137 Times in 107 Posts	In the SLK its combi filter (or dust filter depending on spec) is located in the passenger footwell. No space under the hood __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

05-28-2008	#24 (permalink)
Duo-Art Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 503 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	Am I the only SLK owner that thinks the cabin air filter is just a gimick so M/B can charge more for service? When I drive with the top down or with the windows down with the A/C or heat on, does filtered air really matter? When it's time to replace my filter, I'm planning on removing it and not putting in a new one. $$$ saved.

05-29-2008	#28 (permalink)
Duo-Art Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 503 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	I agree with Dan. I'd never drive my car (any car) without an engine air filter.

06-30-2008	#29 (permalink)
Dennis SLK World Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Vehicle: 2007 SLK350 Posts: 14 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	How do you reset the service b reminder and do you think the filter should be changed at 24,000 miles?

3 Weeks Ago	#30 (permalink)
Whosdis SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: South Porcupine, Ontario, Canada Vehicle: 2003 C240 4Matic Other Toys: 1998 JEEP Wrangler Posts: 23 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Is this filter the "activated charcoal" filter? Or is it indeed the actual cabin filter? In my understanding, the regular cabin filter is located under the hood and will trap most of the crap floating through. Am I wrong?

6 Days Ago	#32 (permalink)
dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,096 Country: Thanks: 35 Thanked 58 Times in 31 Posts	I just got finished with this mod... well almost. Several months ago, I purchased online what I believed was the right filter. I then attempted the installation and realized it was the wrong filter. I now have the right filter on order. That said, I think I should add a few notes. First, this DIY is well written. It only took me about 15 minutes for the entire process. Most of the time was fidgeting with the cigarette wiring. PITA. I attached some pics so that it may help another member. All I can say is that I still haven't figured out a simple, fast way to unclip/reclip the connection. Aside from that, this DIY is an easy process saved me a lot of money. My car required service D which includes services 1,3, and 5. I asked the dealership to not perform service 5 which is the combi filter replacement. Without that done, service D cost a total of $204. For the heck of it, I asked the dealership's parts department the cost of the filter. $112! + installation. In total, I wouldn't have been surprised if the D service cost over $400. Well, not for me. Anyways, thanks for the DIY and I hope the pics help. __________________ '06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash / DPE 19" R07s, Other Stuff *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

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slk350ncls63 SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: California Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Iridium Silver \| 2007 CLS 63 AMG Posts: 42 Country: Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Glad my DIY helped dsb... my service B is now due in 2300 miles, so i've started stocking up on parts... that cigarette lighter clip is a super-PITA!!! thanks to my skinny fingers from all that guitar playing...

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