Is this a Filter?

[Tuco88]

Howdy,

A4 B8.5 is this supposed to have a filter in it. I was cleaning out the water channels on the side with the ECU and I noticed this on the other side to right of engine bay next to the washer container.

See attached pic.

Cheers.

 

[NHN]

Pollen filter possibly & looks like ones fitted inside, but pop open & check.

 

[Tuco88]

Nothing inside, I can see right into what looks like a fan.

So much for a Audi fecking health check/Service.

 

[tech838]

No filter there, the mesh is just to stop big bits like leaves.

The pollen filter is inside under the glovebox

 

[Tuco88]

Thanks gents.