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Replacing Engine Air Filter on Mercedes GL X164

Model: Mercedes Classe M W164 - Years 2005-2011
Part: Air filter

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to replace the engine air filter of a Mercedes GL. First, open the bonnet of your car and remove the two air intake hoses. Then, unscrew the two side screws of the plastic housing with a socket wrench and the top screws with a Torx. At this point, remove the engine cover and unscrew the last air filter cover at the top with a small Torx screwdriver. Then, remove the cover and replace the air filter with a new one (it uses a dual filter)!

Updated on 20 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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