When to replace the Air Filter on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 2 year / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Hatchback (86C, 80) 1.3 Cat, VW Polo Hatchback (86C, 80) 1.0 Cat, VW Polo Hatchback (86C, 80) 0.9, VW Polo Hatchback (86C, 80) 1.3, VW Polo Hatchback (86C, 80) 1.0, VW Polo Hatchback (86C, 80) 1.3 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Polo Hatchback (86C, 80) and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: air filter – VW POLO (86C, 80). List of the tools you'll need:
Phillips screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – VW POLO (86C, 80). 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 POLO (86C, 80). 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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