When to replace the Pollen Filter on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 2 year / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.6, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2 TDI, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2 TSI, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.6 TDI, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.6 TDI, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.6 TDI, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.4 (6R1), VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.4 BiFuel 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

All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) and other VW models
Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO (6R, 6C). 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW POLO (6R, 6C) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Move the passenger seat fully backwards.
  2. Step 2
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the cabin filter.
    Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO (6R, 6C). Professionals recommend:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Pollen Filter on VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2 2012 by yourself
    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – VW POLO (6R, 6C). Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.
  5. Step 5
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    Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
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