When to replace the Air Filter on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 4 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Polo III Van Box Body / Estate (6V5) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo III Van Kasten / Kombi (6V5). Tools you might need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Phillips Screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: air filter – VW Polo III Van Kasten / Kombi (6V5). 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 III Van Kasten / Kombi (6V5) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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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    Unscrew the air filter housing fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  3. 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 III Van Kasten / Kombi (6V5). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  5. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
    Replacement: air filter – VW Polo III Van Kasten / Kombi (6V5). 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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