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Pull the Hood Release Lever
- Pull the hood release lever in the driverside footwell.
Volkswagen ID.3 2020 - 31.01.2022 Cabin Air Filter Replacement
Maintaining the air quality inside your Volkswagen ID.3 is essential for a comfortable and healthy driving experience. One of the key components in ensuring clean air is the cabin air filter. Over time, this filter can become clogged with dust, pollen, and other pollutants, reducing its effectiveness. To keep your vehicle’s air fresh and clean, it’s recommended to replace the cabin air filter every 20,000 kilometers or once a year, ideally before springtime. This guide will walk you through the steps to replace the cabin air filter in your VW ID.3, ensuring you can breathe easy on every journey.
Parts (1)
- Volkswagen Cabin Air Filter 1EA819669 buy ↗
Step-by-step instructions
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Locate the Filter Box
- Locate the cabin air filter box inside the engine compartment.
1
Remove the Cabin Air Filter
- Remove the cabin air filter by pulling it out towards yourself.
- When installing the new filter, it is important to install it the right way around, with the arrows on its side pointing downwards.
- You might want to write the current date and mileage on the side of the new filter with a permanent marker. This makes it easier to keep track of replacement cycles.
2
Open the Hood
- Raise the hood by simultaneously lifting up and pressing the hood latch release, located beneath the front edge of the hood, near the center.
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Open the Filter Box
- Remove the cover by simultaneously pressing down on the release latch and pulling the cover left and out.
3
Secure the Hood with the Prop Rod
- Use one hand to hold the hood open temporarily while securing the hood with the prop rod:
- Lift one end of the prop rod up or out to release it from the front area of the engine bay.
- Swing the end of the prop rod up and slide it into the cutout on the underside of the hood.
- Make sure the hood is well secured before you let go with your other hand, or it may fall and injure you.
Conclusion
To install the new filter, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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