Where is the air conditioning filter of Volkswagen Bora located?

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Theodore
07/24/25 4:32pm
Volkswagen Bora's air conditioning filter is located inside the glove compartment on the passenger side. Open the engine hood, remove the 4 screws on the baffle, and lift the baffle to see the air conditioning filter of Volkswagen Bora. The location of Volkswagen Bora's air conditioning filter is as follows: 1. There is a black plastic plate on the upper part of the passenger footwell, with two retractable clips. Remove the plate by pulling these clips. 2. Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery, then remove the body computer and its mounting bracket (two 12mm screw nuts). 3. Remove the panel on the left side of the passenger's left foot, which has four screws. After removing it, you can see the air conditioning filter of Volkswagen Bora.
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MacVincent
08/11/25 9:10am
Hey, I've been driving for over a decade and have done quite a few DIY maintenance jobs on my Volkswagen Bora's AC system. I know the cabin air filter is located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. First, empty the glove box, then press the buttons on both sides to let it fully drop down. You'll see a panel - pry it open, and the filter is hidden inside like a rectangular plastic box. Don't use excessive force during removal to avoid breaking the clips, or you'll have to pay for repairs. I recommend replacing it every year or 20,000 km. Genuine parts only cost a few dozen bucks - don't cheap out with knockoffs or you'll be sneezing and tearing up from all the dust while driving. Regular replacement protects your AC system's lifespan and saves you big on major repairs.
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