How to carry out replacement: Air Filter 1.8 Cat VW Jetta 2
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How to change air filter on VW Jetta Mk2 (19E, 1G2, 165) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Air Filter on your VW JETTA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 2 year / 30000 km
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Tools
Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA II (19E, 1G2, 165). Tools you'll need:
Phillips screwdriver
Water pump pliers
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA II (19E, 1G2, 165). 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 JETTA II (19E, 1G2, 165). 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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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use water pump pliers.
  3. Step 5
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    Unplug the mass air flow sensor connector.
  4. Step 6
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
  5. Step 7
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    Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  7. Step 9
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA II (19E, 1G2, 165). 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.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
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