How to Replace the Air Conditioning Filter in a Mistra?
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Steps to replace the air conditioning filter in a Mistra are as follows: 1. Locate the fixing buckle on the right side of the glove box and pull it outward firmly. 2. Remove the fixing buckle of the glove box cover, then squeeze both sides of the glove box towards the middle with both hands to take out the glove box. 3. At this point, you can see the air conditioning filter cover. Press the fixing buckles on both sides of the cover firmly to remove it, then pull out the old air conditioning filter outward. Install the new air conditioning filter and restore it to its original position in the reverse order of disassembly. The following is an introduction to the related content: The functions of the air conditioning filter include: 1. Ensuring the filter fits tightly against the housing to prevent unfiltered air from entering the cabin. 2. Separating solid impurities such as dust, pollen, and grinding particles from the air.
Last time I changed the cabin air filter for my Mistra by myself, the whole process was super easy and cost-effective. First, I parked the car on level ground, sat in the front passenger seat, and opened the glove box. There are two plastic clips on both sides of the glove box—just press them inward gently to remove the glove box. You'll see a rectangular filter cover, usually gray in color, press it down firmly and pull it out. Remove the old filter and check if it's clogged with too much dust. Then take out the new filter you bought online (remember to get the Mistra-specific model, which only costs a few dozen yuan). The new filter has an arrow indicator, make sure to align it with the airflow direction inside the car—usually pointing downward—otherwise, the filtration efficiency will be poor. Finally, reinstall the cover and glove box back in place. The whole process only required a screwdriver, but with the Mistra, you can basically do it by hand. It took me just a few minutes to finish. Doing it myself saved me over 200 yuan in labor costs at the dealership. The key is that regular replacement prevents AC odors and allergy issues—I change it every six months to keep the air inside the car fresh.
