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How to Replace the Air Filter on Audi A6

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

Let's see how to replace the engine air filter on an Audi A6. Open the car door, pull up the hood release lever located at the bottom left of the dashboard, and lift the hood. Secure it with the prop rod. Remove the engine air intake hose, then open the air box (unscrew the retaining screws if present), remove the cover of the filter box, and take out the worn air filter. Insert a new filter into the designated housing (ensuring it fits snugly against the walls). Finally, reattach the air box cover and tighten the screws. Close the hood after the replacement.

Updated on 14 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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