Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to Replace the Air Filter of the Volkswagen Transporter T5

Model: Volkswagen Transporter T5, MK 5 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Air filter

See other generations:
Video tutorial

Periodically replacing the air filter of your Volkswagen Transporter T5 is very important for maintaining the reliability and performance of the engine. Below are the various steps necessary to complete the entire operation independently.

First, ensure that your Transporter T5 is completely off. Then, lift the front bonnet and remove the entire plastic panel. At this point, locate the filter box on the left side of the engine bay and disconnect the electrical connector.

Finally, remove the cover of the box and proceed to replace the air filter.


Updated on 1 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Volkswagen Transporter (2003-2014 / T5, MK 5) In the Volkswagen Transporter T5, the air filter is located inside the engine compartment, under the windscreen and at the top left. The replacement …
Volkswagen Transporter (2003-2014 / T5, MK 5) If you own a Volkswagen Transporter T5 (2003-2014) and want to learn how to correctly replace the engine air filter, pay attention to the following g…
Volkswagen Transporter (2014-2025 / T6, MK 6) To replace the cabin filter in a Volkswagen Transporter, open the glove compartment located on the passenger side to access the corresponding interna…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Activate the Disabled TRC on the Toyota Yaris?

As the video clearly shows, disabling or activating the traction control (TRC or ESP) on the Toyota Yaris is very simple. By default, the traction system activates every time the vehicle is started. To disable it, simply press the button depicting a skidding car located in the centre of the vehicle where the controls are, such as the hazard lights and the radio, but near the handbrake. Once disabled, the TRC off light will illuminate on the dashboard. To reactivate it, just press the same button again.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos