How to change air filter on VW Polo 6N1 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 2year / 60000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 55 1.3,
VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 75 1.6,
VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 45 1.0,
VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 55 1.4,
VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 60 1.4,
VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 50 1.0
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change air filter on VW POLO 6n1 TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Polo Hatchback (6N1) and other VW models
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo 6N1. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
Please note: all work on the car – VW Polo 6N1 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
Step 1
Open the hood.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Unscrew the air filter housing fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 4
Remove the air filter housing.
Step 5
Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
Step 6
Take off the filter lid.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo 6N1. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
Step 7
Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
Step 8
Clean the air filter cover and housing. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo 6N1. Tip from AUTODOC:
Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
Step 9
Insert a new filter element into the filter housing. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo 6N1. AUTODOC recommends:
Check out the correct location of the filter element. Do not skew.Take care to only use quality filters.During installation, make sure to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the air filter housing.
Step 10
Reinstall the air filter cover. Fasten it.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo 6N1. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the part.
Step 11
Remove the microfibre towel from the throttle body.
Step 12
Install the air filter housing and fasten it. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 13
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 14
Close the hood.
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