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Replacing the Cabin Air Filter

Model: Mercedes Classe A W168 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Part: Cabin air filter

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Video tutorial

A simple task like this can save you time and money if you take a few minutes of your day to follow this brief and easy guide. You won't need any special tools; mainly, you need to locate the position of the filter.

It is located under the black cover between the windshield and the rear of the engine. Lift the cover and remove the old filter.

Then, install the new filter, making sure to observe the correct position for installation.


Updated on 23 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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