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How to replace the cabin air filter of the Audi A3

Model: Audi A3 8P, MK 2 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Cabin air filter

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Today we will explain how to replace the cabin air filter on your own, on an Audi A3 mk2 model vehicle. The filter is located inside the cabin, under the dashboard on the passenger side.

Unscrew by hand the two plastic screws that hold the dashboard cover and remove it. Grab the filter flange and slide it to the right to remove it and extract the filter. Before inserting the new cabin filter, it is important to clean the compartment from leaves and impurities that may have remained inside.

Insert the filter paying attention to the mounting direction, first insert the cut part from the door side and then push the filter into its compartment. Insert the flange by sliding it to the left and put back the cover.

Finish by screwing the plastic screws of the cover.


Posted on 8 June 2025 by ScegliAuto


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