Where is the air conditioning filter located in the Buick GL8?

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Shelley
07/23/25 8:56pm
The air conditioning filter of the Buick GL8 is located behind the glove box on the passenger side. To replace the air conditioning filter, the glove box must be removed. The following are the functions of the Buick GL8 air conditioning filter: 1. Ensures the filter fits tightly against the housing to prevent unfiltered air from entering the cabin. 2. Separates solid impurities such as dust, pollen, and abrasive particles from the air. 3. Adsorbs moisture, soot, ozone, odors, carbon oxides, SO2, CO2, etc., from the air; it has strong and long-lasting moisture adsorption. 4. Prevents the car windows from fogging up, ensuring clear visibility for the driver and passengers and safe driving; provides fresh air to the occupants, preventing them from inhaling harmful gases and ensuring driving safety; effectively sterilizes and deodorizes.
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DelNevaeh
08/10/25 6:51pm
I remember last year when I changed the cabin air filter for my GL8, it was located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. Open the glove compartment on the passenger side, and you'll see clips or damper rods on both sides. Gently press both sides inward toward the middle, and the entire glove compartment can be lowered. Then you'll see a rectangular cover inside, about 30 centimeters long. Lift it open, and you'll find the slot for the filter. If you're doing it yourself, pay attention to the front and back sides—there's an arrow indicating the direction. It's quite important to replace this every six months to a year. In areas with poor air quality, replace it earlier; otherwise, the AC might emit unpleasant odors. If you can't manage it yourself, just go to a repair shop—a technician can get it done in two minutes.
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