Every part and tool from the field guide, with a fit check. Tools have exact part numbers; wear parts are matched by VIN or the old part. Check the fit before you buy.
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PARTS + SUPPLIES
Fuel filter (main)
Part no. Hengst H80WK04 or H80WK05
Used in Pump, Filter, Accumulator
How to check fit Up to engine no. 079446: H80WK04 (Mahle KL19). From engine no. 079447: H80WK05 (Mahle KL38). Check your engine number.
Typical price 12.29 (guide estimate, not a live store price)
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Fuel accumulator
Part no. Bosch 0438170004 (MB 0004760121)
Used in Pump, Filter, Accumulator
How to check fit 280 E up to chassis no. 052593. From 052594 the listing changes to MB 0004760421. Match the number on your old accumulator.
Typical price 244.01 (guide estimate, not a live store price)
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Electric fuel pump
Part no. Bosch 69435
Used in Pump, Filter, Accumulator
How to check fit Listed for the 1979 280 E. Compare connections and mounting with your old pump before ordering.
Typical price 94.79 (guide estimate, not a live store price)
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Fuel pump check valve
Part no. URO 0000900110
Used in Pump, Filter, Accumulator
How to check fit Listed for the 1979 280 E. For residual pressure that drops straight to zero. Check against your pump.
Typical price 13.55 (guide estimate, not a live store price)
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Throttle body and intake cleaner, 12 oz
Part no. CRC 05078
Used in Free The Plate, Clean The Plunger
How to check fit For the plate pivot and lever. Short bursts. Engine off and cold.
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TOOLS BORROW WHAT YOU CAN
CIS (K-Jet) fuel pressure test kit
Part no. CTA Tools 3850
Used in Pressure Tests
How to check fit Gauge to 145 psi with a shut-off valve; maker lists M12×1.5, M14×1.5 and M16×1.5 adapters. Confirm it has the adapters for your distributor and control-pressure line.
Typical price 182.06 (guide estimate, not a live store price)
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Flare-nut wrench set, metric, 6 pc
Part no. GEARWRENCH 81906
How to check fit Metric flare-nut wrenches for the fuel and injection line nuts. Check your fitting sizes against the set before buying.
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Klein Tools MM325 digital multimeter
Part no. MM325
How to check fit Reads DC volts, ohms and continuity; enough for the checks in this guide.
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Feeler gauge, 26 blades, inch and mm
Part no. OEMTOOLS 25025
How to check fit Range 0.0015–0.025 in (0.038–0.635 mm); use the 0.004 in (0.10 mm) blade for the sensor-plate check.
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Smoke machine (vacuum leak tester)
Part no. AutoLine Pro Shop Series
How to check fit Engine-off vacuum leak test. Renting or borrowing one is fine; a shop can do this step.
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Jack stands, pair, rated for your car's weight
Part no. Big Red (Torin) T43002, 3 ton per pair
Used in Pump, Filter, Accumulator
How to check fit Check the rated capacity against your car. Set them at solid support points from the owner's manual.
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Wheel chocks, pair
Part no. Camco 44414 (2-pack)
How to check fit On the wheels that stay on the ground. Rated for tires up to 26 in diameter (maker listing).
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ABC fire extinguisher
Part no. Shield 13315DAUT
Used in Pump, Filter, Accumulator
How to check fit ABC rating covers fuel (class B) fires. Keep it within reach, not in the trunk.
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Nitrile gloves, 6 mil, box of 100
Part no. Venom Steel VEN6145 (100 ct)
How to check fit Any nitrile gloves work; these are thick enough for fuel, fluid and brake dust.
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3M SecureFit safety glasses, clear, anti-fog
Part no. SF201AF
How to check fit ANSI Z87-rated clear safety glasses. Any Z87 pair does the job.
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Fit notes are guidance, not a guarantee. Confirm with your VIN, the old part or the maker's catalogue before you buy. Prices and stores change. Edition 1.0 · 2026-10-07