When to replace the Pollen Filter on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 2 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.6, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 FSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.6 FSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 FSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 SDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 FSI 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 GTI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 3.2 R32 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 GTI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.6 MultiFuel View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change pollen filter / cabin filter on VW GOLF 5 (1K1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for Golf V Hatchback (1K1) and other VW models
Replacement: pollen filter – VW Golf 5. 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 Golf 5.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Move the passenger seat fully backwards.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.9 TDI 2004 Pollen Filter - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    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 Golf 5. 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 Golf 5. 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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