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Replacing the Air Filter on a Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R - Years 2009-2017
Part: Air filter

In this video tutorial, we will see how to change the air filter on a Volkswagen Polo 5. Start by opening the bonnet; the air filter box is located at the bottom right. Remove the air pressure hoses attached to the airbox, then using a Torx screwdriver size 15, unscrew the 5 screws of the filter box and finally remove the air intake hose and disconnect the mass airflow sensor using a flat screwdriver. Once done, open the airbox and replace the old filter with a new one, and before closing everything following the procedure in reverse, clean the inside of the filter box.

Updated on 22 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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