When to replace the Air Filter on your OPEL ASTRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra G Classic Hatchback (T98) 1.4 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G Classic Hatchback (T98) 1.6 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G Classic Hatchback (T98) 1.6 (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G Classic Hatchback (T98) 1.7 CDTI (F08, F48) 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

Tools
Replacement: air filter – OPEL ASTRA G CLASSIC (T98). Tools you need:
Torx bit T25
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – OPEL ASTRA G CLASSIC (T98). 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 G CLASSIC (T98) – 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 G CLASSIC (T98). 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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