When to replace the Air Filter on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 2 year / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Saloon (32B) 1.6, VW PASSAT Saloon (32B) 1.6, VW PASSAT Saloon (32B) 1.8, VW PASSAT Saloon (32B) 1.8, VW PASSAT Saloon (32B) 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 PASSAT Saloon (32B). List of the tools you'll need:
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – VW PASSAT Saloon (32B). 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 PASSAT Saloon (32B). Recommended sequence of steps:
  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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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Release the air filter cover clips.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the air filter cover.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
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