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Ryco Filters · Part number R2098P · NZ$35.00 incl. GST

Keeping your classic Mercedes-Benz, like the 220 SEB 'Heckflosse', running sweet as is easy with regular oil and filter changes.

Price

NZ$35.00 including GST. Part number R2098P.

Fits these vehicles

• Mercedes-Benz
• Mercedes-Benz Coupe (1961–1965)
• Mercedes-Benz Heckflosse (1959–1965)
• Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1991–1998)

Description

Oil Filter Change: Keeping Your Classic Mercedes-Benz Sweet
> Oil filters are the unsung heroes, keeping your engine oil clean and your classic Mercedes-Benz, like the 220 SEB and S-Class, humming. Over time, they get clogged, starving your engine of clean oil. Especially important for these older engines, eh?
Spotting the Signs of a Dodgy Oil Filter
• Oil pressure light flickers like a dodgy neon sign.
• Your oil looks more like black coffee than golden syrup.
• The engine's making noises that'd make a mechanic wince.
• Your Merc's not got the oomph it used to.
• Nasty bits floating in your oil when you check it.
WOF Woes?
While a bung oil filter won't fail a WOF on its own, the engine damage it causes might. Keep that filter ship-shape to ensure you pass with flying colours.
DIY or Get a Pro?
Difficulty: 4/10
Time Needed: 30-60 minutes
Gear You'll Need: Oil filter wrench, socket set, drain pan, fresh oil, gloves.
🛠️ Bob's "Get It Done Right" Companion Checklist
Before you get cracking, mate, safety first! Grab some safety glasses – you don't want oil in your peepers. And a pair of nitrile gloves will keep your hands clean from that black sludge. Don't forget your oil drip tray to catch the old oil, and plenty of rags for wiping up spills. A good squirt of engine flush before you drain the old oil can help dislodge any stubborn gunk.
Bob's Two Cents
Regular oil and filter changes are the secret to a long life for your Mercedes-Benz engine. A clean filter means happy motoring. Come on down to Bob's Shop at CARFIX for a yarn, and we'll sort you out with the right bits for your Merc!
Fitment Notes
Double-check this filter fits your exact Mercedes-Benz model and year. Some models are fussy about these things. Check the thread size and gasket diameter before you start wrenching.

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🛠️ Bob's Pro Tip: Do the Job Right!

🧰 What Else You'll Need:
• Clean Workspace: Lay down an oil drip tray and microfibre towels under the oil drain plug.
• Gasket Inspection: Double check that the old oil filter's rubber O-ring came off with the filter, and pre-lube the new filter gasket with fresh oil before mounting.
• Clean Hands: Protect your hands from used engine oil with Nitrile Gloves.