Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 Engine Air Filter Replacement
Does your Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 power decrease, gas mileage decrease, and dark smoke come out from your exhaust? Learn how to fix the problem by replacing your Mercedes-Benz engine air filter. This applies to models such as C300 years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
What you will need
- Mercedes W205 Engine Air Filter
- OEM Part Number: 274 094 01 04
- T-25 Bit
- Ratchet wrench
Procedure
- Park the Mercedes-Benz C Class. Set the parking brakes. Pull the hood release under the dashboard to open the hood.

- Locate the engine air filter on the passenger side of the engine.

- Loosen two T 25 screws. They don’t need to come out.

- Disconnect the sensor on the side of the air filter housing.
- Lift the top part of the air filter housing and remove the filter.
- Vacuum the air filter housing to remove any debris and leaves that may be inside the filter housing.
- Install the new filter. Tighten both T25 screws and reconnect the sensor on the side of the air filter housing.
Filter Cross Reference
| BORG & BECK | BFA2423 |
| COMLINE | EAF885 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | 274 094 01 04 |
| VAICO | V30-1061 |
| ALCO FILTER | MD-8764 |
| COOPERSFIAAM FILTERS | PA7805 |
| FRAM | CA11759 |
| HENGST FILTER | E1144L |
| MANN-FILTER | C 28 004 |
| MECAFILTER | ELP9400 |
| PURFLUX | A1620 |
| SCT Germany | SB 2336 |
| TECNOCAR | A2521 |
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We hope you find the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 Engine Air Filter Replacement guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Mercedes-Benz.
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