When to replace the Pollen Filter on your VW TIGUAN
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 2 year / 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 TIGUAN (AD1) and other VW models
Replacement: pollen filter – VW TIGUAN (AD1). 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VW TIGUAN (AD1).
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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    Unscrew the fasteners of the passenger side kick panel.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the protective cover under the glove box.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the cabin filter.
    Replacement: pollen filter – VW TIGUAN (AD1). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  6. Step 6
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    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – VW TIGUAN (AD1). Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.
  7. Step 7
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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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