How to Replace the Car's Cabin Air Filter?
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Simply open the glove compartment and unhook the small latch on the right side. Pinch both sides of the glove compartment inward to remove it, revealing the cabin air filter housing. Release the clips on both sides to slide it out. Below is relevant information about the cabin air filter: 1. Functions: (1) Ensures the filter fits tightly against the housing, preventing unfiltered air from entering the cabin. (2) Separates solid impurities from the air such as dust, pollen, and abrasive particles. (3) Adsorbs moisture, soot, ozone, odors, carbon oxides, SO2, CO2, etc., from the air, with strong and long-lasting moisture adsorption. (4) Prevents car windows from fogging up, ensuring clear visibility and driving safety for passengers; provides fresh air to the cabin, preventing occupants from inhaling harmful gases and ensuring driving safety; effectively sterilizes and deodorizes. (5) Maintains clean cabin air free from bacterial growth, creating a healthy environment; effectively separates solid impurities like dust, filter powder, and abrasive particles from the air; effectively blocks pollen, ensuring passengers do not experience allergic reactions that could affect driving safety. 2. Maintenance: If the filter is dirty, clean it by blowing compressed air from the reverse side. Hold the air gun about 5cm away from the filter and blow at 500kPa pressure for approximately 2 minutes. The cabin air filter easily collects a lot of dust; simply use compressed air to blow away loose dust. Never wash it with water, as this can easily render it unusable.
I'm a veteran taxi driver with over 20 years of experience, and I often change the cabin air filter myself because it's a simple and hassle-free job. Usually located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side, you can remove it by opening the compartment door and giving it a firm push or twisting the clips to release it, then pulling out the filter housing. When removing the old filter, pay attention to the arrow direction and make sure the new filter is inserted the same way, otherwise the filtration efficiency will be compromised. As for tools, a Phillips screwdriver is usually sufficient, and most car models don't require specialized equipment. I make it a habit to replace it every year or every 20,000 kilometers, especially before summer, to keep the AC air fresh and reduce dust and odors. Don't skimp on the filter—brands like Mann or Bosch with activated carbon are better at filtering pollen and bacteria, which helps prevent stuffiness during long drives. The whole process can be done in as little as ten minutes. Don't forget to test the AC after replacement to ensure everything works properly. Doing it yourself saves on repair shop costs and allows you to check for other minor issues, like blocked ducts, which is good for long-term car maintenance.
