vitessear3 Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Is there any way to get to the oil filter on a 1997 C180 without using a specific tool? Tomorrow, I could take advantage of National's £15 oil and filter change bargain. What worries me is that when I called, their technician didn't know about any unique equipment. It would be great to hear back from you quickly. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MidnightMarauder Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 You do require a specialized instrument.... Place the oil filter on top. The dipstick serves as an oil drain. When draining oil from the sump, a new washer should be installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidnightMarauder Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 tool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidnightMarauder Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Inquire at the garage whether they stock: Part number Hazet-2169 (mb) or 103 589 00 09 00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueWING007 Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Shouldn't the "O" ring (or equivalent) on the filter housing be replaced as it becomes worn, or is that just the case in extreme cases? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD1too Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 A huge smile 😄 img src="http://www.mbclub.co.uk/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':D'> Border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=":)" src="http://www.mbclub.co.uk/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" I totally agree with koolvin — that's one badass motor in the photo! The answer to your query is a tool similar to the one shown in koolvin's photo, which I purchased from the stealership for the sum of six pounds sterling plus value added tax; it has a half-inch hex nut at its top and can be used with a socket spanner.-I verified that it will work with both a 190e cannister filter and a c200 filter housing, which are physically identical. We concur that a 0 ring is required on the c-class' oil filter but not the 190e's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vitessear3 Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 Much appreciation! I'll be there tomorrow, but I won't let them finish unless they bring the right equipment. I'll report back with updates. You'll agree that an offer of £10 for conventional oil and filter or £15 for synthetic oil and filter is at least intriguing.(as much as 2300cc, maybe) Observe the National Trends Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidnightMarauder Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 In order to run, your vehicle needs 6 liters (l) of oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vitessear3 Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 I've never been more impressed by an answer to a query. My gut is completely gassed.The best website ever, right? However, I was just in the pub and have returned. I appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
another_clean_sheet Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Sad to say, my car's oil consumption is 8 liters each change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vitessear3 Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 Okay, so I gave in and allowed them. I inquired first about the oil filter removal tool and was shown a universally applicable device. They may use it now that I gave in. Attempts by the technician to drive it up the ramp resulted in repeated stalling. The question was posed, "Is it because it's a manual?" I made an inquiry. No, I've never driven a vehicle with an inaudible motor before. Once I reached the top of the ramp, I could glance down at the vehicle and see that everything seemed to be in fine working condition. The drain plug was replaced with a copper washer after the removal of a big shroud/screen from beneath the engine. The filter housing wasn't resealed, as far as I could tell. After around six liters of Duckhams QXR were added, the engine was started, the oil level was verified, and then the senior oil level inspector again checked everything. A total of 35 minutes was required. I couldn't have done it for this low of a price if I tried on my own, therefore the bargain is fantastic. I intend to return, this time with the proper instrument for removing the filter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidnightMarauder Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 I knew they would put the multi-purpose phrase to good use! works on the smaller w202s, but I'd be interested to see them attempt it on a larger engine like the 320, which has a recessed cap. You may save time and effort by doing the oil change yourself. without needing a ramp or to crawl under the vehicle Shiver me timbers!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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