How to Replace the Car Air Conditioning Filter?
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Car air conditioning filter replacement method: 1. Open the front passenger door, then open the glove compartment; 2. Carefully pry open the decorative panel next to the glove compartment, apply moderate force to open it, being careful not to use excessive force; 3. Unscrew the 4 screws on the glove compartment and remove it; 4. Unclip the fasteners on both sides of the air conditioning filter cover, pull out the old filter, and pay attention to the direction when installing the new filter (marked on the filter). The car air conditioning filter is a specialized filter for air purification inside the vehicle cabin, using activated carbon composite filter material made of highly efficient adsorbent activated carbon and long-fiber non-woven fabric. It has a compact structure and can effectively filter smoke odor, pollen, dust, harmful gases, and various odors.
I used to go to repair shops to replace the cabin air filter, but later realized I could do it myself. Generally, the filter is located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. First, open the glove box, and you'll find clips on both sides—press them inward to release. Then, you'll see a plastic cover, usually with snap fasteners, which can be gently pried open to remove the old filter. The key is to remember the installation direction of the new filter—the arrow on the housing should point toward the interior of the car. After installation, simply reassemble the glove box in reverse order. The whole process is very simple and requires no tools. It's recommended to replace the filter every six months, especially when a musty smell appears during seasonal changes. Buying the filter online costs just a few dozen yuan, saving you more than half compared to shop prices.
