How to replace the oil filter housing?

2014 MERCEDES BENZ C250

84,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • TURBO • 4WD • AUTOMATIC

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I noticed that the car was starting to leave puddles of oil in the driveway, so I got a diagnostic and was told the valve cover gasket, and possibly oil drain plug were the causes of the leak. After replacing the valve cover, the car is still leaking as now they believe the cause is the oil filter housing. Can you please tell me how I can replace this myself because I feel like I’m being ripped off? Thank you!

Feb 6, 2024 at 7:57 AM

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No problem, we can help you, but you didn't mention that the oil plug drain seal was replaced as well. This is a large source of oil leakage. Here are the instructions on how to replace the oil filter housing and seals which do leak as well. I am sorry for your trouble, but we are here to help, for free. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response to the problem so we can see what's going on.

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Feb 6, 2024 at 12:43 PM