Vauxhall Opel Astra G Mk4 Pollen Filter Replacement

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Vauxhall Opel Astra G Mk4 Irmscher Pollen Filter Replacement. I remove the pollen filter located behind the passenger glove box and replace with a new one. There are 2 types listed for this Vauxhall Astra MK4 so make sure you have the right one. This car had the wrong one installed and was forced into the chamber rendering it useless.
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@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to all in the comments section who let me know the socket size was 5.5mm. I didn't know they made one.

@tonygriffiths2485 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like Italian washing machine size :)

@davidh328 3 жыл бұрын

This is identical to the Astra H for anyone that’s interested. I’d also recommend hoovering out the filter housing before putting the new one in 👍🏻

@jackfairweather199 3 жыл бұрын

Just changed mine for our Honda today. A lot easier than your job!

@grahamforster9812 3 жыл бұрын

Great video again must help lots of people. You can breathe more easily knowing its a 5.5mm socket.

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Very true lol

@jamespenn3195 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn`t have been in an any more awkward position but good job Mr. B. 👍

@blackvulcan100 2 жыл бұрын

Not been changed in my Astra for over 15 years. Wonder what I will find. Next weeks job. Thanks for the video on how to do it.

@TheSavageGarage 3 жыл бұрын

I think the screws on the flap are 5.5mm, odd size! I remember struggling to find the right socket too

@mtbelly1972 3 жыл бұрын

5.5mm was used alot back in the days of old photocopiers and duplicators. Now a days it ain't used at all on them. Use to be able to get hold of the sockets easy back then.

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't know they did a 5.5mm socket James. Good info.

@4418CARLOU Жыл бұрын

Where have you been hiding?

@raying11 3 жыл бұрын

Soon as I saw the state of the cabin filter I thought someone's fitted the wrong size before lol

@jamesreeve9037 3 жыл бұрын

God feel for the dealers on times jobs to change that out what a pain in the ass great vid as always

@pkautorepairs2826 3 жыл бұрын

They always tend to be a pain, I'm betting a garage did the bodge, you wouldn't do that to your own car surely. Great video Martin thank you 😊 👍

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@mikeg8835 3 жыл бұрын

So rewarding when you've put something right like that mate

@adierob1 3 жыл бұрын

What a right state that old filter was in and well spotted it was the wrong size, I wish car manufacturers didn't make them such a pig to get to. Nice work Martin.

@vespamorelli7090 3 жыл бұрын

They’re always a bugger to get out in any car ! Nice job Martin 👍🏼

@terryatkinson3182 3 жыл бұрын

Except in my fiat cinquecento.... it hasn't got one haha

@dallasgarner1990 3 жыл бұрын

Had to change heater fan on my Corsa d and they were 5.5 did pollen filter at same time but that was on clips watch all you do it's helped me no ends when I had a Corsa c keep up the good work

@haydenuk02 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant work and thanks for sharing this with us take care

@andy_v4443 3 жыл бұрын

Top job Martin 👍👍

@geoffgreenhalgh3553 2 жыл бұрын

Did mine today. You are right, 7/32" is 5.5 mm. Didn't have one so used female torx. Small a adjustable was awkward. Bad design and stupid screws.

@VespaPhil 3 жыл бұрын

You’re ticking off the jobs. Another enjoyable video. 👍🏼

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@vijayantgovender2045 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I always love watching your DIY videos I think someone changed the screws that is why it wasn’t matric screws I am from South Africa

@a11csc 3 жыл бұрын

nice one martin

@Jack_JJS 3 жыл бұрын

5.5mm usually, done a fair few cabin filters

@simonrawle7885 3 жыл бұрын

ive just done a locking wheel nut removal today on a astra g this morning

@vdubs6068 3 жыл бұрын

Great Vid Martin 👍

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@michaelgill9149 3 жыл бұрын

Another good job 👍

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks ✌

@andynorris3537 3 жыл бұрын

Can vaguely remember having to buy a new socket when I had astra g's as nothing I had fitted

@vaux_wolf4281 3 жыл бұрын

I did my pollen filter on my focus mk2 you need to be a contortionist, Astra’s coming on now Martin, I had a Astra H mk5 1.6 petrol for about 10 years great engines👍

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Nice 👍

@paulwood7798 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one Martin sir.

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly

@alandykes2519 3 жыл бұрын

Thumbs up Martin 👍👍👍👍

@themidas2006 3 жыл бұрын

well done, nice short informative video

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@valborchardt3596 3 жыл бұрын

Nice new intro....thank you ....

@mrbigvanlife7130 3 жыл бұрын

Yep 5.5 :-) the 7/32 fits more or less perfectly so either / or 😉

@whu58 2 жыл бұрын

Did you vacuum or brush out the air filter compartment before inserting the new filter?

@normsmowers4758 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on job 👌👍

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Norm👍

@grahamforster9812 3 жыл бұрын

Hi martin what do you think of ASPEN PETROL in mowers and garden tool over the winter + i think you can get 2stroke for the old motorbikes. Bit expensive but if keep things good.

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

I've never winterised any mower, strimmer ect and always used normal fuel Graham. Never had any problems bud.

@aaronknowles9248 4 ай бұрын

In the 12 yrs I’ve been a mechanic only Vauxhall’s and VW transporters the only vehicles I know of that you need a 5.5 mm socket for something 😂

@Parknest 3 жыл бұрын

I could tell straight away that the old filter was too big and had been forced in. As James has already said, the screws could well be 5.5mm. I've done this very job my Astra. I even did a service video. The pollen filter needs to changed every year as part of the annual service. I've started using Bosch filters when I buy from Euro Car Parts. The quality is noticeably better than the cheapest parts and only costs a little bit more.

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

I never use Euro Car Parts any more, always had hassle with them

@andycousins5016 3 жыл бұрын

Sharon soon be in it

@melike1984 3 жыл бұрын

5,5mm for the socket it was then, i have had this on some rare occasions with things i fix. they dont want you changing it other than the dealer.

@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't know they did a 5.5mm socket.

@melike1984 3 жыл бұрын

@@retrorestore yes you have to look for them..... not in socket kits that you get normally

@BensWorkshop 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder how much force was used to put the wrong one in.

@JohnnyDub16 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder what the idea of 2 different size filters is? Maybe the other is for a left hand drive?

@procta2343 3 жыл бұрын

could be or they changed the system, made way through the cars production.

@rekordi 3 жыл бұрын

It is done to make sure you allways have the wrong filter. It goes in in such a awkward angle, that it is really common for the filter to be mangled like that. It is just a stupid design. Just as bad on the left hand drive version.