When to replace the Air Filter on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 6 year / 90000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Passat Variant (365) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.6 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TSI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.4 TSI MultiFuel, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.8 TSI 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 Passat Variant (365) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: air filter – VW PASSAT Variant (365). Tools you might need:
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replacement: air filter – VW PASSAT Variant (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 Variant (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 Variant (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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