I hit 100k in a few miles so I decided it was time to change the airfilter. I went to take it off and noticed the current filter's edge was sticking out a bit. It looks like the two clamps closest to the cabin are missing. I vacuumed out all the crap in the bottom of the airbox and swapped in the new filter. It holds pretty good but I'm worried about unfiltered air getting into the engine. Can I replace the clamps without replacing the whole airbox? I was also thinking about using some hose clamps to tighten it down instead.

Suggestions appreciated!

 

Well to start off that sucks, I havent had a problem with cars that are missing some clips. I had a 1987 Jeep and I was missing 2 clips on that one and would get that thing stuck in the mud over the hood and didnt have any problems

If you want to fix it then you shouldnt "rig" it with hose clamps, I would go to Audi and see if you can get the clips or try and find a lower airbox. just what I would do

 

Just pick some up at the dealer. If you are really worried about it, just duct tape the side shut till you get the clamps, this is after all, the REAL use for duct tape.