How often should the air filter of Volkswagen Tiguan be replaced?
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Tiguan's air filter manufacturer recommends a replacement cycle of 25,000 kilometers or 36 months. If the car is used in areas with severe haze, the replacement cycle can be shortened. After a period of use, the activated carbon filtration function of the air filter will decrease, and you can purchase an appropriate air filter from the auto parts market for replacement. The method for replacing the air filter of Tiguan is as follows: 1. Open the passenger door and enter the cockpit to find the glove box. 2. Open the glove box, and you can see the buckle of the glove box from below. Disconnect the damping rod buckle and separate it. Then separate the upper limit buckle to remove the glove box. 3. Open the air filter cover and take out the original air filter. 4. Finally, replace it with a new air filter and reattach the removed cover.
I've been driving a Volkswagen Tiguan for almost three years now. Based on my experience, it's best to replace the cabin air filter annually or every 15,000 miles. However, this depends on your driving environment – if you frequently drive in urban areas or dusty conditions, like during rush hour commutes, you should shorten the interval to every 12,000 miles or every six months. Otherwise, when the filter gets clogged with dust, the airflow from the AC will weaken, and there'll be a strange odor in the car, somewhat like mildew. Living in the northern region, I suffered terribly from pollen blowing through the AC in spring until I replaced the filter – what a relief! DIY replacement is quite simple: it's located behind a small panel under the front passenger footwell – just pull out the old filter and slot in the new one. It costs less than $20, saves hassle, and protects your health. Regular checks are crucial – don't wait until the AC breaks down to regret it.
