Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Replace the Engine Air Filter in a Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Air filter

Video tutorial

To replace the engine air filter in a fifth-generation Volkswagen Polo, turn off the engine and open the bonnet. Locate the air filter box in the engine compartment, connected to the intake duct.

Loosen the hose clamp if necessary, and unscrew the fastening screws of the cover using a Torx screwdriver. Carefully lift the cover and remove the old filter element.

Clean the inside of the housing with a dry cloth, removing any dust and debris without allowing it to enter the intake duct. Insert the new filter into the housing, ensuring the seal fits correctly around the entire edge.

Reposition the cover, tighten the screws without over-tightening, and reconnect the hose, tightening the clamp. Finally, start the engine and check for any unusual noises from the intake.


Posted on 12 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to replace the air filter of the Volkswagen Polo 3
How to replace the air filter of the Volkswagen Polo 3
Volkswagen Polo (1994-2003 / MK 3, Polo 3, 6N, MK III, Polo III) Today we will explain the steps to follow to replace the air filter of the Volkswagen Polo model 6n on your own. To replace the filter, we need to re…
How to Replace the Engine Air Filter on a Volkswagen Polo
How to Replace the Engine Air Filter on a Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo (2001-2009 / Polo 4, Polo IV, MK IV, MK 4, 9N) Remove the engine air filter from a Volkswagen Polo: open the car door, pull up the engine compartment release lever located at the bottom left of th…
How to replace the air filter and cabin air filter of the VW Polo
How to replace the air filter and cabin air filter of the VW Polo
Volkswagen Polo (2001-2009 / Polo 4, Polo IV, MK IV, MK 4, 9N) Today we will explain how to replace the air filter and the cabin air filter of the Volkswagen Polo model 9. To replace the air filter, we need to op…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Replace the Cabin Filter on the Ford Puma

To replace the cabin filter on the Ford Puma, detach the small cover located on the left side of the front passenger footwell: once this is removed, loosen the underlying screw so that you can detach the corresponding panel. At this point, locate the filter box underneath, which can be opened to remove the filter inside. The new filter can then be inserted, covering everything with the box and refitting the corresponding panel into its housing.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos