K&N Air Filter for ML320 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

#1 10-11-2003, 06:01 PM

Hi.

I’m not sure if the K&N Air Filter is a really good one for ML.
If someone has good experience please let me know.
Regards

Gilly · #2 10-11-2003, 08:01 PM

If the K&N filter is over-oiled, the oil can contaminate the mass airflow sensor and ruin it. In general I'd recommend sticking with the dry filter, not a K&N. I also believe the performance benefits of the K&N are over-rated, but it can be a cost-effective filter though as it is cleanable and reuseable.

Gilly

ezra442 · #3 10-14-2003, 12:21 PM

I've used a K&N filter on our 98 ML 320 for the last 75k miles with no problem. My MAS is fine after 96k miles total.

I noticed a difference in performance which I thought was well worth the money.

Just be careful not to overoil the filter when you clean it. That's where the problems come in.

That Pete Guy · #4 10-14-2003, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ezra442
I've used a K&N filter on our 98 ML 320 for the last 75k miles with no problem. My MAS is fine after 96k miles total.

I noticed a difference in performance which I thought was well worth the money.

Please explain this difference in performance that you think you felt on your 320.