Where is the air filter for the 2012 Sylphy located?

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DelLevi
07/30/25 10:56am
The air filter for the 2012 Sylphy is located inside the glove compartment on the passenger side. The steps to replace the air filter are as follows: 1. To replace the air filter, the glove compartment must first be removed. 2. Then, remove the three screws at the bottom of the glove compartment and open it. 3. At this point, you can see the cover of the air filter box inside the glove compartment. 4. The cover of the air filter box is a clip; gently push the clip to remove the cover, and you will see the filter. 5. The filter has a pull tab; gently pull it, and the filter will come out. 6. Take out the old filter and insert the new one (pay attention to the installation direction). 7. Finally, replace the filter box cover and put the glove compartment back in place.
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