When to replace the Air Filter on your OPEL ASTRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 4 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.6 (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.4 (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.8 (L48) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) and other OPEL models
Tools
Replacement: air filter – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Tools you need:
Torx bit T25
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Please note: all work on the car – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use Torx T25.
  2. Step 4
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    Unplug the mass air flow sensor connector.
  3. Step 5
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    Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Tip:
    Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
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