Filters

A car has several primary filters. These filters are considered maintenance items in your Mercedes because they should be checked often to ensure they are in good condition. The air filter prevents debris and contaminants from getting into the engine, the fuel filter protects the engine from impurities and debris getting into the fuel supply, the oil filter protects the engine oil from contaminants and other debris and the cabin filter makes sure that the air being forced into the HVAC system in the car is clean. A bad oil or fuel filter will cause worsening engine performance, sputtering of the engine, a loss of engine pressure or dirty exhaust. A cabin air filter that needs to be replaced often causes a bad odor in the car's interior. It's important to pay attention to these signs that your filters need replacements. Filters are going to perform the best when they are OEM because they will have been made specifically for the needs of your engine. Only OEM filters will install correctly in your Mercedes and work alongside other parts. You can find all different kinds of filters here at Mercedes Benz Parts Center for when you need to make replacements.