Where is the air conditioning filter of the Sagitar located?
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The air conditioning filter of the Sagitar is located inside the glove compartment on the passenger side. There are two types of air conditioning filters: one with activated carbon and one without. The filter with activated carbon provides better air filtration, but it has a shorter service life and needs to be replaced after a period of use. To replace the air conditioning filter, first open the glove compartment on the passenger side, locate the fixing clip on the right side of the glove compartment, and pull it outward with force. Then, squeeze both sides of the glove compartment inward with both hands to remove it, revealing the air conditioning filter cover. The Sagitar brand was jointly established by Volkswagen AG of Germany and FAW in 2006. The first-generation Sagitar was a new A-class sedan introduced by FAW-Volkswagen, synchronized with Volkswagen's product launch for the North American market. The Sagitar has a body length of 4644mm, width of 1778mm, height of 1482mm, and a wheelbase of 2651mm.
As a car owner who has replaced the air filter three times myself, let me tell you that the Sagitar's cabin air filter is located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. First, open the glove box and firmly press the clips on both sides to remove it completely. Behind it, you'll find a plastic cover—just pry it open to reveal the filter slot. Although it's a bit hidden, changing it is actually quite simple. I can do it myself in about ten minutes. Just remember the filter has a specific direction, so don't install it backward. A quick tip for northern drivers: replace it more frequently, as heating in winter tends to accumulate dust. An activated carbon filter bought online for about 30 yuan works even better than the OEM one. If you don't replace the filter on time, the vents may develop a musty smell, which directly affects respiratory health.
During my recent maintenance visit at the 4S shop, the technician demonstrated the location of the Sagitar's cabin air filter to me in person—it's indeed inside the glove compartment on the passenger side. First, you need to empty the compartment, then press and remove the lower part of the glove box. Behind it, you'll find a rectangular cover; once you pry it open, the filter is secured inside. Remember to install the filter with the arrow mark facing the front of the car—misalignment can affect airflow. The design of this location is quite reasonable, preventing water seepage during rainy days. I replace it every 8,000 kilometers, and the technician suggested that owners who frequently drive on construction sites should change it every 5,000 kilometers for more stable PM2.5 filtration performance.
