2016–2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris
By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026
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Quick answer: Cabin Air Filter Replacement on a 2016–2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris is rated Easy and takes about 20–30 minutes. You'll need 2 tools for this job, and parts cost about $28. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin air filter for 2016-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris; verify arrows, size, and VIN/trim fitment | — | $28.00 |
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Follow these steps carefully
On the Metris (W447) the filter is not behind the glove box — it's low in the passenger footwell, up under the dash. Slide the passenger seat back, kneel outside the van, and look up under the passenger-side dash.
Moving the fuse box aside is the only access. Remove the bolts or screws on the fuse box cover in the passenger footwell — typically small bolts, so use the correct driver and keep them where they can't roll.
With the bolts out, ease the fuse box aside enough to expose the filter housing. Don't yank — it's still wired in; you're making clearance, not disconnecting anything. Support it or rest it on the trim so no strain reaches the harness.
Behind the fuse box is the filter housing. Release the cover's clips and pull the old filter out level so dust doesn't fall in. Check the airflow arrow — it points with the airflow into the blower. A quick photo saves guesswork later.
I never skip this: On the Metris that arrow direction actually matters more than most — the housing is deep and dark, and guessing wrong means pulling the fuse box aside all over again.
Slide the new filter in arrow-matched to the old one, flat and fully seated. The Metris takes the standard dust filter or the activated-carbon version (factory with automatic climate control) — either fits the same slot. Wipe the housing mouth first.
Close the housing cover until it latches, then ease the fuse box back and reinstall its bolts — snug firmly, but don't over-torque; you're threading into trim metal, not engine hardware. Double-check no wires are pinched between the fuse box and the dash.
Start the van and run the blower through its speeds, fresh-air and recirculation — strong, even airflow with no footwell rattles. Mercedes calls for the dust filter at Service B, at the latest every two years; sooner for weak airflow or stale smells.
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
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