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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Adblue Tank Heater Replacement

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Posted onMar 6, 2019Oct 28, 2022 Updated onOct 28, 2022

Need to replace your Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Adblue Tank Heater? Learn how to replace the AdBlue tank heater by following the procedures below. These codes are typically due to a faulty Mercedes Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) heater or pump.

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  • Mercedes DEF Heater
    • Bosch makes an OEM Mercedes DEF heater.
  • Basic tools
    • 3/8″ Ratchet
    • 10mm socket
    • Screwdriver
    • Hammer
  • 3/8″ E14 Socket
  • 4mm hex bit

Procedure

  1. Park the Mercedes on level ground and let it cool down.
  2. Locate the DEF tank. On Sprinter vans, it is below the sliding door on the passenger side. On a limited number of models, the BlueTec tank is located in the trunk or engine bay.
  3. Remove two brackets that hold the DEF tank secured to the body. remove mercedes adblue tank heater
  4. Have a helper keep the DEF tank up while you disconnect all the hoses and wires from the tank. mercedes adblue tank heater replacement
  5. Remove the DEF tank from the car and disconnect all the electrical connectors and hoses from the DEF heater and pump.mercedes adblue pump failure
  6. Remove all 4mm hex bolts that secure the pump to the DEF heater. mercedes reductant heater
  7. Remove the DEF pump from the DEF tank (top of the DEF heater). Remove the large locking ring from the DEF heater element.remove sprinter def heater
  8. Remove the DEF heater element from the tank.mercedes ml350 def heater To disconnect the inner heater part from the tank, you will slide your hands inside the tank and slide the plastic counterclockwise.remove mb heater Mercedes DEF tank removed.mercedes ml350 def heater
  9. Install the DEF pump and heater element. 2012 mercedes sprinter def heaterSeveral O rings will most likely come with your new DEF pump. Make sure to replace them, including the one that connects the pump to the heater element.2011 mercedes sprinter 2500 def heater
  10. Tighten the lid locking ring. Make sure the mark on the ring matches the ring lineup on the tank mark.
  11. Install the DEF tank on the vehicle. Add DEF fluid to the top of the tank.mb def heater
  12. Lastly, use an OBD2 scanner to clear the check engine light. You could potentially drive the vehicle, and the CEL will clear on its own if the problem is no longer present. We recommend clearing the code with a Mercedes Star Diagnostic scanner and then monitoring to ensure the CEL doesn’t return.

If your Mercedes BlueTec check engine light is on with a fault code related to the DEF heater, you need to get it fixed as soon as possible. Otherwise, when you ignore the CEL, your Mercedes may go into limp mode, and also, you may start to get a warning message on the dashboard stating ” x starts remaining,” after which point you will no longer be able to start the car, van or SUV.

If you are having problems with your DEF system, including the heater element, we recommend calling a Mercedes-Benz dealership near you and checking any open recalls. If there is an open recall, your dealer will fix the problem under warranty. A Federal mandatory warranty covers all emissions issues up to 80,000.

You may have been quoted to replace the DEF tank, heater, and pump altogether, which at the dealer can cost as much as $4000. Replacing the DEF tank is rarely necessary unless it has developed a crack.

Mercedes DEF Heater Part Numbers

  • W164 GL320 GL350 DEF Heater on eBay
    • Replacement F 01C 600 245 / F-01C-600-245 / F01C600245
    • Fitment: 2010 – 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350 2007 – 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320
  • W166 – 166 471 07 75 / 166 471 08 75
    • F-01C-600-237, F 01C 600 237, F01C600237
  • Sprinter – 906 470 03 53 (eBay link) / F 01C 600 228
  • W212 – 2124710575
  • 2010-2013 Freightliner Dodge Springer – F01C600232
  • GLK250 Bluetec – A 204 471 05 75

Verify your Mercedes DEF heater part number with the seller or by calling your dealer.

If the Mercedes is out of warranty, you have several options.

  • Take it to the dealer and spend anywhere from $1800 to $2500 to replace the DEF heater.
  • Second, you can purchase a new Mercedes DEF heater online and replace it yourself in less than two hours.

Why does my Mercedes need a DEF Heater?

All DEF systems require heating elements to prevent DEF fluid from freezing at temperatures less than twelve degrees Fahrenheit. DEF Heating Pots are designed to quickly return DEF to liquid form, ensuring proper flow through the lines and pump unit. A common culprit is a failed DEF heating element if your diesel vehicle operates in limp mode or is not operating at full power.

DEF heater is also known as the DEF, Diesel Exhaust Fluid Heater, DNOX Heating Unit, Urea Tank, and Adblue Preheater Module.

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Mercedes 20BD1B Code

  • The heating element AdBlue tank output has an electrical fault or open circuit.

We hope you find the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Adblue Tank Heater Replacement guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.

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    Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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