While it is possible to change the air filter by simply unscrewing it and sliding the top of the air box from the housing it is a much better idea to remove the lid completely so you can clean inside the air box housing. Begin by removing the MAF sensor. It is located on the large tube connected to the air box lid.
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Introduction
This tutorial will show you how to change the engine air filter in your 1.2 / 1.4 TSI MK7 Golf. This is also applicable to similar vehicles in the Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda family.
Warning
Work at your own risk. This work is inherently dangerous and must only be carried out by a qualified mechanic.
Step 3
With the intake housing removed you will locate two screws underneath. Remove these and pop the lid off, there are clips around the edges.
Introduction
AutoInstruct presents a tutorial on how to replace the paper air filter element on a MK7 Golf R.
Warning
Work at your own risk. This work is inherently dangerous and must only be carried out by a qualified mechanic.
Step 1
Use a Torx screwdriver to unscrew the eight (8) screws around the air intake lid. Take note that you will not be able to completely remove the screws from the lid.
How often should I change the air filter on a MK7?
Its recommended to change your engine air filter every 60k miles on the MK7 GTI. The stock filter part number is: 5QM-129-620. Before we get to the guide there are some very important things you should know about the stock intake in the MK7.
How does air flow help the engine?
The air flow is designed be easily sucked in using a funnel like effect and also utilizes a phenomenon called the Helmholtz resonance which helps with the sound of the engine. Even though the path the air flows in not straight it ends up being very efficient due to way its engineered.
