When to replace the Air Filter on your SEAT EXEO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 6 year / 90000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 2.0 TFSI, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 1.8 TSI, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 1.8 TSI, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 2.0 TFSI, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 1.8 T, SEAT Exeo ST (3R5) 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 Exeo ST (3R5) and other SEAT models
Tools
Replacement: air filter – SEAT EXEO ST (3R5). Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
Phillips screwdriver
Clic-R collar pliers
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – SEAT EXEO ST (3R5). 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 EXEO ST (3R5) – 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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    Unscrew the fasteners of the air distribution housing assembly. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air distribution housing assembly.
  3. Step 5
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    Unplug the mass air flow sensor connector.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use clic-R collar pliers.
  5. Step 7
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
  6. Step 8
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  7. Step 9
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  8. Step 10
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    Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – SEAT EXEO ST (3R5). AUTODOC recommends:
    Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
  11. Step 13
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    Insert a new filter element into the filter housing. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: air filter – SEAT EXEO ST (3R5). Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Take care to only use quality filters.During installation, make sure to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the air filter housing.
  12. Step 14
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    Reinstall the air filter cover. Fasten it.
    Replacement: air filter – SEAT EXEO ST (3R5). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Do not apply excessive force when installing the part. Otherwise you may damage the fasteners.
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