Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30–5h00 ~50–500£
Estimated time 0h30–5h00
Estimated labour cost ~50–500£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
E-Class 1984-1996 6
  • 200 D, -TD Diesel (601.912)
  • 250 / 300 D TURBODIESEL, -TD Diesel (602.962)
  • 250 D, -TD Diesel (602.912)
  • 300 D TURBODIESEL, -TD 4MATIC Diesel (603.963)
  • 300 D TURBODIESEL, -TD Diesel (603.960)
  • 300 D, -TD Diesel (603.912)
E-Class 2002-2009 16
  • 200 CDI Diesel (646.820)
  • 200 CDI Diesel (646.951)
  • 200 CDI Diesel (646.951)
  • 200 CDI, -T Diesel (646.821)
  • 220 CDI, -T Diesel (646.821)
  • 220 CDI, -T Diesel (646.961)
  • 270 CDI, -T Diesel (647.961)
  • 280 CDI 4MATIC, -T Diesel (642.921)
  • 280 CDI V6, -T Diesel (642.920)
  • 280 CDI, -T Diesel (648.961)
  • 300 CDI BlueTEC Diesel (642.920)
  • 320 CDI 4MATIC, -T Diesel (642.921)
  • 320 CDI V6, -T Diesel (642.920)
  • 320 CDI, -T Diesel (648.961)
  • 400 CDI Diesel (628.961)
  • 420 CDI Diesel (629.910)
E-Class 2009-2016 17
  • 200 CDI BlueEFF, BlueTEC, -T Diesel (651.925)
  • 220 BlueTEC, -T Diesel (651.924)
  • 220 CDI BlueEFF, -T Diesel (651.924)
  • 250 CDI BlueEFF, -4MATIC, -T Diesel (651.924)
  • 300 BlueTEC, -T Diesel (642.852)
  • 300 CDI BlueEFF Diesel (642.850)
  • 300 CDI BlueEFF, -T Diesel (642.850)
  • 300 CDI BlueEFF, -T Diesel (642.852)
  • 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC, -T Diesel (642.858)
  • 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC, -T Diesel (642.858)
  • 350 BlueTEC Diesel (642.852)
  • 350 BlueTEC, -T Diesel (642.850)
  • 350 BlueTEC, -T Diesel (642.852)
  • 350 CDI 4MATIC, -T Diesel (642.856)
  • 350 CDI 4MATIC, -T Diesel (642.858)
  • 350 CDI BlueEFF, -T Diesel (642.850)
  • 350 CDI BlueEFF, -T Diesel (642.852)
E-Class 2016-2023 10
  • 200 D Diesel (654.920)
  • 200 d, -T Diesel (654.916)
  • 220 d, -4MATIC Diesel (654.920)
  • 220 D, -4MATIC, -T Diesel (654.920)
  • 300 d, -T Diesel (654.920)
  • 300 de, -4MATIC, -T Diesel,Electricity (654.920)
  • 350 d 4MATIC Diesel (642.873)
  • 350 d, -4MATIC Diesel (656.929)
  • 350 d,-4MATIC, -T Diesel (642.855)
  • 400 d, -4MATIC Diesel (656.929)
E-Class Coupe/Cabrio 2009-2016 6
  • 220 CDI Diesel (651.911)
  • 250 BlueTEC Diesel (651.911)
  • 250 CDI Diesel (651.911)
  • 350 BlueTEC Diesel (642.838)
  • 350 CDI BlueEFF Diesel (642.838)
  • 350 CDI Diesel (642.836)
E-Class Coupe/Cabrio 2017-2022 6
  • 220 D Diesel (654.920)
  • 220 d, -4MATIC Diesel (654.920)
  • 300 d Diesel (654.920)
  • 350 d 4MATIC Diesel (642.873)
  • 350 d Diesel (656.929)
  • 400 d, 4MATIC Diesel (656.929)
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 1h00–5h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Remove/refit the catalytic converter (without oxygen sensors) 1h30
Renew the catalytic converter (without oxygen sensors) 1h30
Renew the catalytic converter 1h00–6h00
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter 2h30
Renew the pre-catalytic converter 2h30–3h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 2h00–7h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 2h30–7h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–4h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–4h00
Disconnect the exhaust system from/reconnect it to the connector 1h30–5h00
Remove/refit the left catalytic converter 1h30–2h00
Renew the left catalytic converter 1h30–2h00
Remove/refit the right catalytic converter 1h30–2h00
Renew the right catalytic converter 1h30–2h00
Remove/refit both catalytic converters 2h30
Renew both catalytic converters 2h30–3h00
Selective catalytic reduction (SCR): check the fluid level; top up if necessary 0h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 2h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 2h00
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 2h00
Renew the AdBlue tank 2h00
Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive 0h30
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank control unit 1h30
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 0h45
Renew the AdBlue tank control unit 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 1h00–2h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 1h00–2h30
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation 0h30

What is a Mercedes-Benz E-Class particulate filter?

Diesel engines and direct-injection petrol engines produce soot particles. The particulate filter (DPF/GPF) traps these harmful particles as exhaust gases pass through its honeycomb structure. It is placed on the exhaust line after the catalytic converter.

How does the Mercedes-Benz E-Class particulate filter work?

As soot accumulates, the filter periodically burns off (regenerates) the trapped particles. Active regeneration raises exhaust temperatures to 550–600°C, burning soot to ash. This occurs every 300–500 km during normal motorway driving. Vehicles driven only on short urban trips may not regenerate properly, leading to blockage.

When should you change the Mercedes-Benz E-Class particulate filter?

The DPF is designed to last 150,000–250,000 km but depends on driving patterns. Signs of needed replacement: DPF warning light, engine in limp mode, excessive exhaust smoke, or diagnostic scan showing excessive back-pressure or failed regeneration cycles.

Can the Mercedes-Benz E-Class particulate filter be cleaned instead of replaced?

Yes, professional DPF cleaning can restore a blocked filter at a fraction of replacement cost. However, if the filter substrate is cracked, melted, or structurally damaged, replacement is the only option. Never use a DPF removal/delete service — it is illegal and will fail the MOT/emissions test.

Is it difficult to change the Mercedes-Benz E-Class particulate filter?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically straightforward but physically demanding due to the filter's location and weight. Key steps: raise the vehicle, disconnect pressure sensors, remove exhaust clamps/bolts, lower the old DPF, fit the new one with new gaskets, reconnect sensors, clear fault codes, perform a forced regeneration cycle.

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7 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
E-Class 1984-1996 1984-1996 200 CE Petrol (102.963), 200 D, -TD Diesel (601.912), 200 E, -TE Petrol (102.963), 200, -T Petrol (102.922), 230 CE Petrol (102.982), 230 E, -TE Petrol (102.982), 250 / 300 D TURBODIESEL, -TD Diesel (602.962), 250 D, -TD Diesel (602.912), 260 E 4MATIC Petrol (103.943), 280/300 E… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
E-Class 1996-2002 1996-2002 200, -T, -LPG LPG,Petrol (111.957), 240, -T, -LPG LPG,Petrol (112.914) LPG, Petrol
E-Class 2002-2009 2002-2009 200 CDI Diesel (646.820), 200 CDI Diesel (646.951), 200 CDI Diesel (646.951), 200 CDI, -T Diesel (646.821), 200 Kompressor, -T, -LPG LPG,Petrol (271.941), 200 Kompressor, -T, -LPG LPG,Petrol (271.956), 200 NGT CNG,Petrol (271.956), 220 CDI, -T Diesel (646.821), 220 CDI, -T Diese… CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol
E-Class 2009-2016 2009-2016 200 CDI BlueEFF, BlueTEC, -T Diesel (651.925), 200 CGI BlueEFF, -T, -L Petrol (271.860), 200 CGi, -LPG LPG,Petrol (274.920), 200 NGT BlueEFF CNG,Petrol (271.958), 200 NGT CNG,Petrol (274.920), 220 BlueTEC, -T Diesel (651.924), 220 CDI BlueEFF, -T Diesel (651.924), 250 BlueEFF Pe… CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol
E-Class 2016-2023 2016-2023 180 Petrol (264.915), 180 Petrol (274.910), 200 D Diesel (654.920), 200 d, -T Diesel (654.916), 200 EQ Boost, -4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (264.920), 200, -4MATIC, -T Petrol (274.920), 220 d, -4MATIC Diesel (654.920), 220 D, -4MATIC, -T Diesel (654.920), 250, -T Petrol (274.920), 3… 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Electricity, Petrol
E-Class Coupe/Cabrio 2009-2016 2009-2016 200 CGi BlueEFF Petrol (274.920), 220 CDI Diesel (651.911), 250 BlueTEC Diesel (651.911), 250 CDI Diesel (651.911), 250 Petrol (274.920), 300 BlueEFF Petrol (276.957), 320 Petrol (276.820), 350 BlueTEC Diesel (642.838), 350 CDI BlueEFF Diesel (642.838), 350 CDI Diesel (642.836),… Diesel, Petrol
E-Class Coupe/Cabrio 2017-2022 2017-2022 200 EQ Boost, -4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (264.920), 200, -4MATIC Petrol (274.920), 220 D Diesel (654.920), 220 d, -4MATIC Diesel (654.920), 300 d Diesel (654.920), 300 Petrol (274.920), 300, EQ Boost 48V (MHEV),Petrol (264.920), 350 d 4MATIC Diesel (642.873), 350 d Diesel (656.92… 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Petrol

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