How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter on a Soueast DX7

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MaxAnn
07/28/25 8:48pm
Press inward from the middle of the filter, and the lower corner will come out, then pull it out. Utilize the position of the blower, press the filter against the upper position, then apply force to the lower position. Press the middle of the upper and lower sections into a fan shape, then you can install the new filter.
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VonNicole
08/12/25 1:32am
Last time I changed the air conditioning filter for my Soueast DX7 by myself and found it super easy. Sitting in the passenger seat, after emptying the glove box, locate the clips on both sides, press them firmly to remove the entire glove box. Then you'll see a filter cover behind it, usually a plastic lid, use your fingers to pry open the cover and slide out the old filter. When taking out the new filter, pay attention to the arrow direction, which should point to the airflow side, usually installed downward. After placing it in, close the cover and reset the glove box. No screwdriver or other tools are needed, the whole process takes about 15 minutes. After changing it, the strange odor in the car was reduced and the air became fresher. It's recommended to replace it every six months or 10,000 kilometers, which can prevent air conditioning odors and improve cooling efficiency. I bought a compatible filter model on Taobao for only 50 yuan, saving more than 200 yuan compared to going to a shop, definitely worth trying.
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