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How to replace the cabin filter in the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Cabin air filter

In this tutorial, you will see how to replace the cabin filter in the Volkswagen Golf, a very simple and quick operation. First, open the bonnet, then position yourself on the passenger side and locate the door in front of the windscreen. Next, unscrew the four fastening screws using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the door itself, and extract the old filter by releasing the corresponding clip. At this point, simply separate the filter from the frame, place the new part, and reassemble everything by following the reverse procedure.

Posted on 29 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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If you own an Opel Grandland X and want to know the steps to replace the cabin air filter, carefully read the following guide and follow the described steps. First, enter the vehicle and go to the passenger side. Then, locate the box containing the air filter in the lower side area of the dashboard. Remove the cover of the box and finally replace the old filter with the new one. Refit the cover, and you are done.

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