Replacement: air filter – VW GOLF IV Van (1J1). 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 GOLF IV Van (1J1). Recommended sequence of steps:
Step 1
Open the bonnet.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 4
Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use water pump pliers.
Step 5
Unplug the mass air flow sensor connector.
Step 6
Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
Step 7
Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
Step 8
Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
Step 9
Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
Step 10
Clean the air filter cover and housing.
Replacement: air filter – VW GOLF IV Van (1J1). Professionals recommend:
Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
Step 11
Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
Step 12
Insert a new filter element into the filter housing. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.
Replacement: air filter – VW GOLF IV Van (1J1). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Check out the correct location of the filter element. Do not skew.Attention! Use quality filters – VW GOLF IV Van (1J1).During installation, make sure to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the air filter housing.
Step 13
Reinstall the air filter cover. Fasten it.
Step 14
Connect the air intake pipe to the air filter housing.
Step 15
Fasten the clamp on the air intake hose. Use water pump pliers.
Step 16
Plug in the mass air flow sensor conntector.
Step 17
Screw in the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 18
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 19
Close the hood.
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