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How to Replace the Pollen Filter on a Seat Leon

Model: Seat Leon 1M - Years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Cabin air filter

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In this video tutorial, you can see how to replace the pollen filter on a Seat Leon by following a few simple steps: the first thing you need to do is purchase a new pollen filter. Next, get inside the vehicle and turn off the engine, pulling the handbrake.

The pollen filter in this vehicle is located under the glove compartment, so open the passenger side door and then remove the cover of the cabin filter box. Pull out the filter from its housing, then clean the housing. Position the new filter according to the arrows on the filter that indicate the airflow direction.

Refit the cover of the filter box.


Updated on 27 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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