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How to change pollen filter on OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 2 year / 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.4 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 2.0 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.4 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.6 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.8 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 2.0 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTi (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTi 16V (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTi (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.3 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.8 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 2.0 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.6 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.6 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L08) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.4 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 2.0 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.4 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.6 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.8 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 2.0 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTi (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTi 16V (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTi (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.3 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.8 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.9 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 2.0 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.6 Turbo (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.6 (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L08), OPEL Astra H GTC (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L08) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for Astra H GTC (A04) and other OPEL models
Pollen filter
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Replacement: pollen filter – OPEL ASTRA H GTC (L08). Tip from AUTODOC:
- 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.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: pollen filter – OPEL ASTRA H GTC (L08). Take the following steps:
- Step 1Unscrew the fasteners of the bottom trim panel. Use Torx T20.
- Step 2Remove the clips of the bottom trim panel. Use a clip removal tool.
- Step 3Remove the bottom cover of the glove box.Step 4Unscrew the glove box fastening screws. Use Torx T20.
- Step 5Remove the glovebox.Replacement: pollen filter – OPEL ASTRA H GTC (L08). Tip:Be careful to avoid damaging the glove compartment fasteners.
- Step 6Unplug the glove box light connector.
- Step 7Unscrew the fasteners of the air distribution housing assembly. Use a drive socket #10.
- Step 8Remove the air distribution housing assembly.
- Step 9Release the cabin filter cover clips. Use a clip removal tool.
- Step 10Release the cabin filter cover clips.
- Step 11Remove the cabin filter housing cover.Step 12Remove the filter element from the filter housing.Replacement: pollen filter – OPEL ASTRA H GTC (L08). AUTODOC experts recommend:Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
- Step 13Insert a new filter element into the filter housing. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: pollen filter – OPEL ASTRA H GTC (L08). Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Take care to only use quality filters.
- Step 14Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: pollen filter – OPEL ASTRA H GTC (L08). Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
- Step 15Attach the cabin filter cover clips.
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