When to replace the Air Filter on your SEAT ALTEA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 6 year / 90000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Altea (5P1) 1.6 LPG, SEAT Altea (5P1) 2.0 FSI, SEAT Altea (5P1) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Altea (5P1) and other SEAT models
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Tools
Replacement: air filter – SEAT ALTEA (5P1). Tools you might need:
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – SEAT ALTEA (5P1). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Please note: all work on the car – SEAT ALTEA (5P1) – 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 a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Take off the filter lid.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the filter element fastener. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  5. Step 7
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
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