When to replace the Air Filter on your VW JETTA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 6 year / 90000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 1.6, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 2.0 FSI, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 1.6 MultiFuel 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

All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Jetta Mk5 (1K) and other VW models
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Air Filter Housing Cover
Tools
Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA III (1K2). Tools you need:
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA III (1K2). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VW JETTA III (1K2).
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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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Take off the filter lid.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the air filter cartridge. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  5. Step 7
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – VW JETTA III (1K2). AUTODOC experts 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.
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