When to replace the Air Filter on your VW JETTA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Jetta Mk1 (16) 1.5, VW Jetta Mk1 (16) 1.6, VW Jetta Mk1 (16) 1.6, VW Jetta Mk1 (16) 1.6 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 – VW JETTA I (16). Tools you might need:
Crow bar
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA I (16). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW JETTA I (16) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Release the air filter cover clips. Use a crowbar.
  2. Step 4
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    Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the filter element from the 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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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA I (16). Tip:
    Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
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