How to carry out replacement: Air Filter 1.2 VW Fox 5z1
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How to change air filter on VW Fox Hatchback (5Z1, 5Z3, 5Z4) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Air Filter on your VW FOX
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 4 year / 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Fox Hatchback (5Z1, 5Z3, 5Z4) 1.2, VW Fox Hatchback (5Z1, 5Z3, 5Z4) 1.6 Total Flex, VW Fox Hatchback (5Z1, 5Z3, 5Z4) 1.2 … View more

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Replacement: air filter – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). Tools you might need:
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: air filter – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: air filter – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). Recommended sequence of steps:
  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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    Remove the engine cover. The air filter housing is integrated into the engine cover.
  2. Step 4
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  3. Step 5
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  4. Step 6
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    Take off the filter lid.
  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.
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