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How to Remove the Engine Air Filter on an Audi A6

Model: Audi A6 MK 4, C7 - Years 2011-2018
Part: Air filter

Let's see how to remove the engine air filter on an Audi A6: open the car door, pull up the hood release lever located at the lower left of the dashboard, and lift the front hood, securing it with the prop rod. Remove the engine soundproofing panel, then disassemble the air kit (loosen the securing screws), uncover the filter box cap, and extract the worn air filter. Insert a new filter into the designated housing (making sure it fits snugly around the walls). Finally, reattach the air box cap and tighten the screws. Close the front hood after maintenance.

Updated on 9 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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