Removing the oil filter element
WARNING:
Hot fluids.
Risk of scalding!
Risk of scalding!
- Conduct all work in the vehicle wearing appropriate personal protective equipment only.
WARNING:
Hot surfaces.
Risk of burning!
Risk of burning!
- Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE. Contaminant or foreign body. Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks.
- Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
- Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
- Close off line connections with seal plugs.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
- Version with an oil drain plug:
Release and remove the oil drain plug (1).
Catch the engine oil using a suitable collecting vessel.
- Position special tool 2 360 126 or special tool 2 455 965 (1) on the oil filter housing.
- Release oil filter housing.
- Remove oil filter housing with the filter.
