When to replace the Pollen Filter on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Saloon (9N4) 1.6, VW Polo Saloon (9N4) 1.6 Classic, VW Polo Saloon (9N4) 1.9 TDI, VW Polo Saloon (9N4) 1.4 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO Saloon (9N4). Tools you might need:
Torx bit T20
Microfibre towel
Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO Saloon (9N4). 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO Saloon (9N4). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Move the passenger seat fully backwards.
  2. Step 2
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    Spread a cloth under the cabin filter cover to protect the interior upholstery from getting dirty.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the glove box fastening screws. Use Torx T20.
  4. Step 4
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    Pry up, carefully release from the fasteners and remove the side trim panel on the passenger side.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the glovebox.
    Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO Saloon (9N4). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Be careful to avoid damaging the glove compartment fasteners.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the cabin filter.
    Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO Saloon (9N4). AUTODOC recommends:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  8. Step 8
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    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO Saloon (9N4). Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.
  9. Step 9
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    Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover.
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