How to carry out replacement: Air Filter 1.6 VW Scirocco 1
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How to change air filter on VW SCIROCCO (53) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Air Filter on your VW SCIROCCO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 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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Replacement: air filter – VW SCIROCCO (53). Tools you might need:
Crow bar
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: air filter – VW SCIROCCO (53). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW SCIROCCO (53) – 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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    Release the air filter cover clips. Use a crowbar.
  2. Step 4
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    Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – VW SCIROCCO (53). Tip:
    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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