Recommended replacement interval for the part category Filter, interior air : 2 year / 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.2 TSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.2 TSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.2 TFSI

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change pollen filter / cabin filter on AUDI A3 2 (8PA) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for A3 Sportback (8PA) and other AUDI models

 
    AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.2 TSI
  
    AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.2 TSI
  
    AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.2 TFSI

Replacement: pollen filter – Audi A3 8PA. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replace the cabin filter at least once every six months, in early spring and autumn seasons.
Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
If the air flow into the cabin has sharply reduced, replace the filter before a scheduled maintenance.
Replacement: pollen filter – Audi A3 8PA. Take the following steps:

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Move the passenger seat fully backwards.
Step 2

Unscrew the fasteners of the bottom trim panel.
Step 3

Bend the bottom trim upwards.
Step 4

Remove the cabin filter housing cover.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: pollen filter – Audi A3 8PA. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
Step 5

Remove the cabin filter.

Replacement: pollen filter – Audi A3 8PA. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
Step 6

Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: pollen filter – Audi A3 8PA. Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Attention! Use quality filters – Audi A3 8PA.
Step 7

Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover.Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: pollen filter – Audi A3 8PA. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
Step 8

Install the glove box bottom cover.
Step 9

Screw in the fasteners of the bottom trim panel.
Step 10

Return the passenger seat to its initial position.
Step 11

Switch on the ignition.
Step 12

Switch on the air conditioning system.This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 13

Switch off the ignition.

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