Pollen filter W246 (B class) - something obstructing its removal

[realevil]

Hi,

Found the filter (passenger footwell) but there is a plastic box blocking me from pulling out the old filter/replacing it. I can start taking it off but wanted to check if its important/anything to worry about?

Thanks,


Neil

 

[WOODYTHEWISE]

Hi. I think this was discussed yesterday. Do a quick search 'cabin filter' hope this helps.

 

[realevil]

Thanks - have found that post. Im not in front of car now but seems like it would be very hard to wiggle it out... will take another look after work.

 

[realevil]

Thanks - it did come out.

On a related note I am going to replace with a Mann (apparently decent brand!?) air filter today. The one in there is genuine Mercedes. At the next service will this be flagged as an issue (the car is under warranty)? I could keep the old one and swap over nearer the time I suppose... not sure how strict they are?

 

[markjay]

It should not be flagged as an issue, unless you make a warranty claim regarding the climate control system and MB say it may have been caused by a faulty/incorrect filter.

But if the car is being serviced by the MB dealer... why not just let them change the pollen filter when it's due (with Service B / every 2 years, from memory)?

 

[realevil]

I recently bought the car and after the initial valet smells had gone there is a very (very) faint whiff of cigarettes. Changing the air filter seems like a prudent step - am also considering a steam/ozone clean though that’s probably overkill

 

[WOODYTHEWISE]

I would imagine that the difference in price between an after market filter and an original MB one would be minimal. I think the last time I changed a cabin filter it cost circa £12.
The air filter on the other hand should not be contaminated by smells eminating from the vehicle interior.

 

[HITECH]

One I done few weeks ago had the auxiliary battery in the way below it. I had to remove it to get the new filter in properly.