How to carry out replacement: Air Filter 1.0 TSI Polo 6
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How to change air filter on VW Polo VI (AW1, BZ1) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Air Filter on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 6 year / 90000 km
Important!
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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Tools
Replacement: air filter – VW POLO (AW1, BZ1). List of the tools you'll need:
Torx bit T25
Ratchet wrench
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: air filter – VW POLO (AW1, BZ1). 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 POLO (AW1, BZ1) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Disconnect the crankcase breather hose from the air filter housing.
  2. Step 4
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    Disconnect the vacuum hose from the air filter housing.
  3. Step 5
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    Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover. Use Torx T25. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 6
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    Take off the filter lid.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  6. Step 8
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  7. Step 9
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
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    Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
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