Changing the Engine Air Filter Volkswagen Passat 2000 - 2005 | Haynes Manuals

Time

15 minutes

Difficulty

Air filter location

Remove this cover to gain access to the air filter

Now release the air duct

Undo circular clip on the air intake, use a 7mm socket or a screwdriver

Undo second circular clip on the air intake, use a 7mm socket or a screwdriver

Now release the air intake

Undo the four retaining clips on the air filter body

Carefully lift the air filter chamber

Now lift out the air filter

Clean off any debris on the surface of the filter. Replace with a new filter if heavily contaminated

Check air filter box for debris. Clean if required. Replace the air filter

Reassemble the air filter housing

Volkswagen Passat