Where is the air filter of Audi A8 located?
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Audi A8 has two air filters, divided into the internal air filter and the external air filter: the internal air filter is located under the glove box on the passenger side, where there is a cotton barrier. Opening it reveals a plastic cover plate, which is the air filter cover plate. Removing the plastic cover plate allows you to see the air filter; the external air filter is located at the front of the car, facing the engine, in the upper left part of the engine compartment. If you are sitting in the driver's seat, it is under the right wiper. The dimensions of the Audi A8 are 5268mm in length, 1949mm in width, and 1471mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3122mm.
The air filter location in my Audi A8 is quite cleverly hidden. The most frequently replaced one is behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. You'll need to fully lower the glove box first, with small clips on both left and right sides - press them inward to make the glove box descend. Peering inside, there's a panel with several plastic knobs; unscrew them to reveal the rectangular filter housing. Carefully pull out the old filter to prevent dust from falling into the air ducts. Another filter might be located under the hood near the windshield base, requiring removal of the water deflector screws to access. DIY replacement saves good money - remember to get the activated carbon version for better filtration.
