Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to make an aesthetic modification to the air filter of the 2014 Volkswagen Passat.

Model: Volkswagen Passat B7 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Air filter

See other generations:
Video tutorial

In this video, we see how to replace the airbox that contains the air filter on a 2014 Volkswagen Passat by installing a cone filter in its place, which also required the installation of a silicone adapter on the throttle body/MAF sensor from which the original tube originated.

An aluminum tube was then connected to this, cut to size.

The K&N cone sports filter can be found on Amazon with the code B00AFRIVNQ for a price of €45.72, with free delivery in two days for Prime customers. He then drilled a hole in the tube and threaded a fitting for the engine breather hose (which was previously connected to the original airbox).

The achieved goal is a sportier sound and appearance of the engine, a presumed increase in performance, and future savings (the filter is washable). In reality, it will lose torque at low RPMs, and in Italy, it could lead to problems during the inspection.


Posted on 9 December 2025 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Volkswagen Passat (2010-2014 / B7) If the air filter in the engine bay of your Volkswagen Passat B7 is excessively worn and you want to replace it with a new one, follow these steps. F…
Volkswagen Passat (2010-2014 / B7) To replace the air filter on your Volkswagen Passat B7 yourself, follow the instructions in this mini guide. First, ensure the car is completely off …
Volkswagen Passat (2005-2010 / B6, 3C) Open the car door, pull up the engine compartment release lever located at the bottom left of the dashboard, and lift the front bonnet, securing it i…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to open the bonnet on a Volkswagen Golf?

In this tutorial, you will see how to open the bonnet on a Volkswagen Golf MK4. This is a very simple operation that follows the standard procedure. First, open the driver's door, then locate the lever in the lower left area and pull it. Next, move to the front of the vehicle, lift the bonnet slightly, and find the second lever located just above the Volkswagen logo. At this point, simply pull it towards you, fully open the bonnet, and secure it with the prop rod. To close it, gently push it down.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos