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How to Replace the Air Filter on the Volkswagen Golf Mk4

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Air filter

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In this new mini guide for your Volkswagen Golf Mk4 (1997-2003), we will discover how to replace the engine air filter. Before starting, ensure the car is completely off and parked on a flat surface.

Next, lift the bonnet and locate the air filter box on the right side of the engine bay. Disconnect the electrical connector and unscrew the safety latch. Then, unscrew all the screws around the edge of the protective cover and remove it. Finally, replace the filter.


Updated on 11 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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On the instrument cluster of the MG ZS, the tire pressure light that appears can be reset by inflating the tires to the correct pressure: this value will be indicated on the sticker attached to the driver's door pillar. Once the tires have been properly inflated, you can turn on the instrument cluster and navigate through the menu until you find the option that indicates tire pressure: if this screen shows the new values, the light will turn off; otherwise, you will need to drive for a few miles so that the sensors can read the new values and turn off the light afterward.

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