Mercedes Vito fuel filter change

[dooroy]

A friend has a 2018 Mercedes Vito van (W447?) with the 1.6 dsl engine.
He wants to change oil and filters.
I see that the fuel filter has a riveted cover over it covering pipes etc - so the cover would have to come off to disconnect pipes ( is this correct?).
One of the guys at the motor factors said this was a Renault engine - and the type of filter they gave me is used in some Renaults.
Is the cover removed (drill out rivets - and then riveted back on again ?
Haven't seen this before and would appreciate any advice.

[OldGit]

We don't do vans (thankfully!) but if you send me the VIN I can get the procedure for you.

[dooroy]

Thanks for your offer - just got the VIN from the owner WDF44760323398927.

[OldGit]

Procedure attached - I think the key part is 'Disassemble fuel filter (3) from holder (4). To do so, unscrew screw (5) and fold up holder (4).' no mention of drilling out rivets.Attachment Deleted

[dooroy]

Excellent - just what I was looking for .
I had a good look at it a few nights ago but I didn't see screw no. 5 - and as you say that would seem to be the important step in getting to the filter and its connections.
And I couldn't find any picture online showing the riveted part on top.
Of course when it was mentioned that Renault were involved I figured it would have to be awkward/complicated .
Thanks again for your help.