Vauxhall Opel Astra G Mk4 Pollen Filter Replacement

[@retrorestore]

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]

Sounds like Italian washing machine size :)

[@davidh328]

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 👍🏻

[@grahamforster9812]

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

[@retrorestore]

Very true lol

[@TheSavageGarage]

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

[@mtbelly1972]

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]

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

[@4418CARLOU]

Where have you been hiding?

[@aaronknowles9248]

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 😂

[@jackfairweather199]

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

[@blackvulcan100]

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.

[@mikeg8835]

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

[@dallasgarner1990]

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

[@vespamorelli7090]

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

[@terryatkinson899]

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

[@jamespenn3195]

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

[@jamesreeve9037]

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

[@pkautorepairs2826]

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]

Thanks 👍

[@simonrawle7885]

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

[@tolli89]

seeing your filter sliding in so easliy makes me jealous. Made me mad when i did put my in. It always crumbled up even though it was the same as yours and the correct size. there are two systems (Behr and Delphi) and my was Delphi with the longer filter. it got stuck everytime somewhere, probably the top area, because there are some cables inside the housing, along the top with some old, kinda melted (worn off) rubber on it. worked my hands and arms off for one piece of filter. I'm not sure if one part is missing in the filter box for me, but yours looks closed at the top and at the edge, which seems to make it easier to slide in.

[@vijayantgovender2045]

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

[@BrokenVespaPhil]

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

[@retrorestore]

Thanks 👍

[@raying11]

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

[@geoffgreenhalgh3553]

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.

[@adierob1]

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.

[@whu58]

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

[@Jack_JJS]

5.5mm usually, done a fair few cabin filters

[@andynorris3537]

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

[@mrbigvanlife7130]

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

[@BensWorkshop]

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

[@paulwood7798]

Nice one Martin sir.

[@retrorestore]

Thank you kindly

[@andy_v4443]

Top job Martin 👍👍

[@dannib69]

If I remember I did a corsa d it was 5.5mm

[@retrorestore]

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

[@dannib69]

@@retrorestore yeah iv got a set from us pro on ebay they do a 4mm-15mm it also has a 4.5mm

[@haydenuk02]

Brilliant work and thanks for sharing this with us take care

[@vdubs6068]

Great Vid Martin 👍

[@retrorestore]

Thanks 👍

[@grahamforster9812]

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]

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

[@alandykes2519]

Thumbs up Martin 👍👍👍👍

[@Parknest]

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]

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

[@melike1984]

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]

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

[@melike1984]

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

[@michaelgill9149]

Another good job 👍

[@retrorestore]

Thanks ✌

[@vaux_wolf4281]

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]

Nice 👍

[@a11csc]

nice one martin

[@JohnnyDub16]

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

[@procta2343]

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

[@rekordi]

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.

[@normsmowers4758]

Spot on job 👌👍

[@retrorestore]

Thanks Norm👍

[@procta2343]

I have heard that nissan mechanics don'r change the pollen filters on the juke, because its a Dash out job, which is a pain in the arse.

[@valborchardt3596]

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

[@themidas2006]

well done, nice short informative video

[@retrorestore]

Thank you!

[@andycousins5016]

Sharon soon be in it

[@AR-pf6kk]

5.5mm. Common on General Motors cars in the 🇺🇸

[@retrorestore]

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

[@kenh3344]

Reg no means nothing although they always ask it used to be via the chassis no vin plate . I'll tell you why in a minute . The government always wants to know what you fitted to your car from a few years ago. That why they want or need your reg no . Now let's say your car has been sat in a field it storage. 1 year. 2 year before its registration date then the parts dont fit . Reg date does not give the cars build date . We have a couple of vehicles that dont fit the reg number .

[@davidvickers9029]

What a pain, bad design Martin why make it so hard to get to.

[@sdone7672]

👍😀👍

[@connorribb9060]

to be honest with you im still waiting the vectra c head gasket replacement video.

[@retrorestore]

The head gasket is not gone but probably on its way. There's no symptoms at the moment.

[@markhudspeth5484]

Amazing how people will force the wrong part onto a car!

[@CostelloPlays]

🙂

[@4418CARLOU]

Joke design.