When to replace the Air Filter on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 2.0 TSI, VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 2.0 TDi BlueMotion, VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 1.8 TSI, VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 2.0 TDi BlueMotion, VW PASSAT Estate Van (365) 1.6 TDi BlueMotion 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 PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). Tools you might need:
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replacement: air filter – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). Follow the maintenance schedule, recommendations, and requirements specified by the manufacturer.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: air filter – VW PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). Take the following 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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    Take off the filter lid.
  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 PASSAT Kasten/Kombi (365). 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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