Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing air filter, engine cover Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783-

t  Hose clip pliers -VAS 6340-

Removing –  Use hose clip pliers -VAS 6340- to release tension from spring-type clip -B- and detach air duct from engine cover -A-.

–  Pull connector -2- off air mass meter -G70-. –  Loosen clips -arrows A.-

–  Unclip hose from attachments -2-. –  Disengage engine cover at successive attachment points -arrow 4-, -arrow 5-, -arrow 6- and then at attachment point -arrow 3-, and lift up engine cover. Installing   Note The engine cover rubber mountings -arrows- may not be lubricated or greased before installation.

–  During installation, ensure that the 4 rubber mountings -arrows- are inserted correctly in engine cover/air filter. –  Position engine cover in installation position and press rubber mountings simultaneously onto retaining pins. –  Tighten bolts for intake air ducting to 1.6 Nm. Further installation is carried out in the reverse order.