Replacing the engine cabin filter Audi A6 C6 2004 - 2011

Tools:

• Phillips screwdriver, medium
• Screwdriver flat medium
• Ratchet wrench
• socket head 8 mm

Parts and consumables:

• Rags / tape
• Paper cabin filter kit (4F0898438)

• Carbon cabin filter kit (4F0898438C)

Note:

This article describes how to replace the Audi A6 cabin filter with and without removing the glove box.

The air intake filters are located behind the glove compartment under the instrument panel on the passenger side.

Cabin filter location

Replacing cabin filters with glove box removal

1.  Remove the glove compartment (ware box) as described in this article .

2.  Bend back the tab and remove the cover from the cabin filter box.

Cabin filter box location

Lid tongue

3.  Remove the two cabin filters.

Old cabin filters

Note:

The second (top) filter is located in the box above the first and it does not fall when you pull out the first (bottom).

4.  Install new filters in the box.

Note:

Arrows are marked on the cabin filter of the Audi A6 where the filter should look. Filters must be installed so that these arrows look into the cabin.

Arrows on the cabin filter

5. Install all removed parts in the reverse order of removal.

Replacing cabin filters without removing the glove box

1.  Move the passenger seat as far back as possible.

2.  Pry and remove the lower plastic glove box cover.

3. Replace the filter through the opened hole as described above.

4. Install all removed parts in the reverse order of removal.

The article is missing:

• Tool photo
• Photo of parts and consumables

Source:  carpedia.club