When to replace the Pollen Filter on your SEAT LEON
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 2 year / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.6, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.4 16V, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 20V T, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 SDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 20V T 4, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 2.8 Cupra 4, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 T Cupra R, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 T Cupra R, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI Syncro, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change pollen filter / cabin filter on SEAT LEON 1M1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for Leon Hatchback (1M1) and other SEAT models
Tools
Replacement: pollen filter – Seat Leon 1M1. List of the tools you'll need:
Phillips screwdriver
Fender cover
AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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 – Seat Leon 1M1. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI 2000 Pollen Filter - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the cowl grille seal.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Pollen Filter on SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.9 TDI Syncro 2002 by yourself
    Unscrew the plastic panel fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove SEAT LEON 1.8 T Cupra R 2003 Pollen Filter - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the plastic panel.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Pollen Filter on SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 2004: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
  7. Step 7
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    Press on the cabin filter retainer to release it.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the cabin filter.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Pollen Filter on Seat Leon 1m1 1999 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Switch on the air recirculation mode.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seat of the cabin filter.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Pollen Filter on Seat Leon 1m1 2001 1.9 TDI by yourself
    Install a new filter element into the frame.
    Replacement: pollen filter – Seat Leon 1M1. AUTODOC recommends:
    Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Take care to only use quality filters.
  12. Step 12
    Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.8 T Cupra R 2002 Pollen Filter DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – Seat Leon 1M1. Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.
  13. Step 13
    How to change Pollen Filter on SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 2003 - tips and tricks
    Snap the cabin filter back in place.
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