Removing and installing activated charcoal filter (engine codes CBTA, CBUA, BGP, BGQ) — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf V / Jetta (1K, 2003–2009); platform code 5M1

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Remove centre and rear silencers.
2. Remove heat shield (arrows).
3. Position engine and gearbox jackV.A.G 1383 A below rear axle to support.
4. Loosen securing bolts of rear axle (arrows) and unscrew approx. 20 mm.
5. Lower rear axle slowly using engine and gearbox jackV.A.G 1383 A.

6. Pull off breather lines (A) by pressing release tab.
7. Unscrew bolts (B).
8. Release retaining tab (A) using a screwdriver. Turn activated charcoal filter approx. 90° to right (B) and remove activated charcoal filter.
9. Fit breather lines so that they engage audibly.
10. Install rear axle Running gear42.

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