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Change Car Fuel Filter

Easy 0h45–4h00 ~75–400£
Estimated time 0h45–4h00
Estimated labour cost ~75–400£
Difficulty Easy

What is the role of the Mercedes-Benz GL fuel filter?

The fuel filter retains all impurities from the fuel circuit. Modern injection systems operate at extremely high pressures with very fine tolerances, making effective fuel filtration critical to prevent damage to injectors and the high-pressure pump.

When should you change the Mercedes-Benz GL fuel filter?

Generally replace every 20,000–60,000 km depending on the manufacturer. The filter should also be replaced if the vehicle has been left standing for a long period or if contaminated fuel has been used.

Is it difficult to change the Mercedes-Benz GL fuel filter?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy. Key steps: locate the filter, disconnect any electrical connectors, remove the old filter, fit the new filter with new seals, prime the fuel system, start the engine and check for leaks.

2 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
GL 2006-2011 2006-2011 320 CDI 4MATIC Diesel (642.940), 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC Diesel (642.820), 350 CDI 4MATIC Diesel (642.822), 350 CDI 4MATIC Diesel (642.940), 420 CDI 4MATIC Diesel (629.912), 450 4MATIC Petrol (273.943), 450 4MATIC, -LPG LPG,Petrol (273.923), 450 CDI 4MATIC Diesel (629.912), 500/550 4… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
GL 2012-2015 2012-2015 350 CDI 4MATIC, BlueTEC Diesel (642.826), 400 4MATIC Petrol (276.821), 500/550 4MATIC Petrol (278.928), 63 AMG Petrol (157.982) Diesel, Petrol