Where is the air filter of the Peugeot 408 located?
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The air filter of the Peugeot 408 is installed inside the panel on the left side of the passenger footwell. You can see it by removing the panel. When the vehicle has traveled about 10,000 kilometers, it's time to consider replacing the air filter. A dirty air filter not only affects the cooling efficiency but also makes the air inside the car less fresh. Here is some information about car air conditioning: 1. When a car is driving with the air conditioning on, it draws in external air into the cabin. However, the air contains various particles such as dust, pollen, soot, grinding particles, ozone, odors, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, benzene, etc. Without an air filter to filter these particles, they can enter the cabin, polluting the car's air conditioning system, reducing the performance of the cooling system, and causing allergic reactions, lung damage, irritation from ozone, and unpleasant odors, all of which can affect driving safety. 2. A high-quality air filter can absorb fine particles, reduce respiratory discomfort, minimize irritation for allergy sufferers, enhance driving comfort, protect the air conditioning cooling system, and also reduce toxic gases and absorb a significant amount of odors. Generally, the air filter should be replaced when odors are noticeable, typically every 10,000 to 30,000 kilometers.
As someone who frequently tinkers with cars, I can tell you that the Peugeot 408's cabin air filter is located in the passenger footwell. You'll first need to open the glove compartment on the passenger side, where there are some small panels that can be gently pried open to reveal the filter housing. While the location isn't particularly hard to find, it might be a bit tricky if there are items obstructing the area in the car. It's more convenient to perform the replacement on a sunny day, and avoid doing it in dusty environments. The filter should be replaced every year - choosing a high-quality one helps prevent odors and improves air freshness inside the cabin. I've changed filters for friends' Peugeots several times myself; just be careful not to apply too much force and damage the plastic components. Regular filter replacements can save energy, and the AC will cool faster and more evenly.
I remember one time when I changed the cabin air filter for my Peugeot 408 at home, only to discover it's located above the footwell on the passenger side. The specific steps are: first recline the seat to create space, open the glove box, and there's an inner panel that can be pulled down by hand. Removing the filter housing is quite easy, but when reinstalling, be careful not to insert it backwards. The whole process takes about ten minutes, saving money on mechanic fees. I recommend buying a branded filter on Taobao or at auto parts stores, which only costs a few dozen yuan. Regularly replacing this is crucial to avoid respiratory issues, especially when strange odors come from the AC vents - that's a clear signal. My car is usually parked in an underground garage with less dust, but I still replace it annually for safety.
