When to replace the Air Filter on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 2 year / 60000 km
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 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change air filter on VW POLO 6n1 TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo 6N1. Tools you might need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Phillips Screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the air filter housing fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  5. Step 5
    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
    Step 6
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    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.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  7. Step 8
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    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.
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