Pollen filter

ETBUG · #1 (**permalink**) 07-04-2006, 04:32 PM

I was wondering if there is anyone who knows how to change the pollon filter in there NB?

Oyveychris · #2 (**permalink**) 07-04-2006, 04:40 PM

It's under the passenger side forward dash panel. Slide the center console trim piece forward (piece closest to the windshield), then remove it, then you will need a "star" wrench or screwdriver, not sure of size, then remove the dash cover, under there there are approx 8 more screws, remove them and the panel and there is the filter. Lather, rinse, repeat!

detailstation · #3 (**permalink**) 07-04-2006, 04:55 PM

People before asking questions check the forums!I bet 9 out of 10 questions are answered in the forums!

jpdeuce · #4 (**permalink**) 07-06-2006, 04:07 PM

You are correct but the search isn't that great because of the platform so says one of the admins. I have a very difficult time finding anything.

dunno513 · #5 (**permalink**) 07-06-2006, 05:07 PM

Bad Bug, don't be afraid to ask a question if you need one answered. Just try a simple search first. Most here will just post a link and a

..... And the redundant question will sink away in time. Sometimes I have read identical threads with the same question and have taken different info from each. Asking the same question twice isn't always a bad thing.

Mainly my point was to say welcome

And fear not the wrath for double postings.

Hambug · #6 (**permalink**) 07-14-2006, 12:03 AM

I'm getting a funky smell inside my 03 Turbo S, so I bought a new filter from NAPA, nu are you saying you can wash the origional, dry it then put it back? The one from NAPA is a paper typ filter. At VW the filter was $40.00, but $19.95 at NAPA.

cyberbeetle · #7 (**permalink**) 07-14-2006, 03:19 AM

Here's a German made cabin filter i bought, i have not seen a washable filter, and if it exits i'm sure it doesn't do a good job like the carbon air filters. http://cgi1.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAP...tem=8052971837

Deserion · #8 (**permalink**) 07-14-2006, 03:59 AM

The OEM filter through VW is an activated charcoal variety. It helps to get rid of external odors, too...

-Des

LadybugEwa · #9 (**permalink**) 07-14-2006, 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oyveychris

then you will need a "star" wrench or screwdriver, not sure of size, then remove the dash cover, under there there are approx 8 more screws,

The screwdriver to use is a torque screwdriver shaped like an 6-point star. I found the regular-length screwdriver awkward to use on the screws closest to the windshield. The "shortie" screwdriver was a real godsend at this point. Also make sure you have a shop vac handy, there can be an awful mess under there

(mine had pine needles, leaves, and other unidentifiable stuff). Good luck

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