When to replace the Air Filter on your SKODA OCTAVIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Octavia I Box Body / Estate (1U5) 1.9 D 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 – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). List of the tools you'll need:
Electronic spray
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – SKODA Octavia I Kasten / Kombi (1U5). Professionals recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
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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    Detach the mass air flow sensor connector.
  2. Step 4
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  3. Step 5
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    Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
  7. Step 9
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    Insert a new filter element into the filter housing.
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