How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter in a Jeep Compass?
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The method for replacing the cabin air filter in a Jeep Compass is as follows: 1. Open the glove box cover and locate the fixing clip on the right side of the glove box, then pull it outward firmly. 2. Remove the fixing clip of the glove box cover to detach it. Squeeze both sides of the glove box inward with both hands to remove the glove box. 3. Press firmly on the fixing clips on both sides of the cover plate to remove the cabin air filter cover. 4. Pull out the old cabin air filter and replace it with a new one. The functions of the cabin air 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 abrasive particles from the air. 3. Adsorbing moisture, soot, ozone, odors, carbon oxides, SO2, CO2, etc., from the air, with strong and long-lasting moisture absorption. 4. Preventing the car windows from fogging up, ensuring clear visibility for drivers and passengers, and enhancing driving safety; providing fresh air to the cabin to avoid inhaling harmful gases and ensuring driving safety; effectively sterilizing and deodorizing. 5. Maintaining clean cabin air to prevent bacterial growth and creating a healthy environment; effectively separating solid impurities such as dust, core powder, and abrasive particles from the air; effectively intercepting pollen to ensure that drivers and passengers do not experience allergic reactions that could affect driving safety.
Changing the Compass's cabin air filter is actually quite simple. I just did it myself last week. First, prepare a T20 screwdriver and a new filter - brands like Bosch or Mahle will work fine. After opening the passenger side glove box, firmly press the plastic clips on both sides toward the center to remove the entire assembly, revealing a black plastic cover. Use the screwdriver to remove the screw in the upper right corner of the cover, then take off the cover to expose the old filter. Pay attention to the airflow direction arrow on the old filter and install the new filter in the same orientation - installing it backward will affect filtration efficiency. Finally, reassemble the cover and glove box in reverse order. The whole process takes about 20 minutes. After replacement, the air inside the car feels much fresher, and you'll save about 200 yuan in dealership labor costs.
The key to replacing the air conditioning filter yourself is to be meticulous. First, empty the glove compartment on the passenger side, then press both sides of the compartment inward with both hands until you hear a click, releasing the latch. After removing the glove compartment and seeing the black plastic cover, unscrew the screws and lift the cover. When pulling out the filter, remember its orientation—the arrow on the new filter must point toward the rear of the car, as this is particularly easy to get wrong. Make sure to press the sponge strip on the edge of the filter firmly to avoid gaps, or dust may leak through. Finally, test the air conditioner at maximum fan speed to ensure there are no unusual noises, indicating success. A reminder: when purchasing filters online, choose models with activated carbon. They cost a bit more but offer better odor removal, and replacing them before the rainy season is ideal.
