Mercedes-Benz Air Cleaner Assemblies

All About Mercedes-Benz Air Cleaner Assemblies

The air cleaner assembly in your Mercedes-Benz vehicle is comprised of an engine air filter and housing. You can usually find it above or beside the carburetor, if you're driving an older model, or above or beside the throttle body. Its job is to help keep airborne contaminants from getting into your engine cylinders and wearing out other engine parts.

Most air cleaner assemblies are made of either metal or plastic, and many have removable lids made of the same materials. They may also come with a dedicated duct to admit either cool or warm air. Plus, there are several types.

Kinds of Air Cleaner Assemblies for Mercedes-Benz

Pleated paper air cleaner assemblies, on the one hand, are for everyday driving, ideal for most vehicles. They're both easy to replace and cost-effective. Foam air cleaner assemblies and cotton air cleaner assemblies, on the other hand, are for sports cars and other performance vehicles. The former use oil-wetted polyurethane and are designed for motorsports applications, as they're long-lasting. The latter use oiled cotton gauze. Both ensure optimal airflow and have a high dirt-collection capacity.

Oil bath air cleaner assemblies, however, are composed of sumps containing pools of oil as well as fiber, mesh, foam, or other coarse insert material. They're used for off-roading since they have high air filtration capacities.

When to Change a Mercedes-Benz Air Cleaner Assembly

How long one lasts depends on several factors. Either way, most owner's manuals recommend taking care of it every 12,000 to 15,000 miles. Check yours for an answer to the question.

You should also look for the signs of air cleaner assembly failure, too. They include a lit Check Engine light on the dashboard, ignition problems, unusual engine noises, and a drop in fuel economy. See any, and swap out for an OEM replacement; it'll be Mercedes-Benz quality, it'll fit right the first time, and it'll be covered by warranty.

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Take advantage of both markdown pricing and fast stateside shipping; buy now. A Mercedes-Benz service center can help with an install, if you need it. Otherwise, feel free to contact us with any questions.