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How to Replace the Air Filter on the Volkswagen Polo Sedan

Model: Volkswagen Polo 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5 - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Air filter

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To replace the air filter on the vehicle, follow these steps: First, open the bonnet. The filter is located under the engine cover.

To access it, loosen the clamp on the air duct and disconnect it. Lift the engine cover; underneath, there are screws that need to be removed to access the compartment containing the filter. Once the cover is off, you can extract the filter and replace it with a new one, ensuring that the replacement specifications are suitable for the vehicle.

Reposition and close the filter cover, then reattach the engine cover and reconnect the air duct.


Updated on 30 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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