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How to change air filter on VW Passat Variant (3G5, CB5) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 6 year / 90000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Passat Variant (3G5, CB5) and other VW models
Air filter
Alternative products

Torx bit T25
Ratchet wrench
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – VW PASSAT Variant (3G5). Tip from AUTODOC:
- Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
- Please note: all work on the car – VW PASSAT Variant (3G5) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the bonnet.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Disconnect the crankcase breather hose from the air filter housing.
- Step 4Disconnect the vacuum hose from the air filter housing.
- Step 5Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use Torx T25. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 6Take off the filter lid.
- Step 7Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
- Step 8Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
- Step 9Clean the air filter cover and housing.
- Step 10Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
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