Where is the cabin air filter located in a 2017 Peugeot 308?
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The cabin air filter in the 2017 Peugeot 308 is located beneath the right front windshield, positioned between the rain gutter and the engine firewall. When driving with the air conditioning on, the system draws outside air into the vehicle cabin. However, this air contains various particles such as dust, pollen, soot, abrasive particles, ozone, odors, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, benzene, etc. Without the cabin air filter's filtration, these particles entering the cabin would not only contaminate the air conditioning system and reduce cooling performance, but also cause allergic reactions, lung damage, ozone-induced irritation, and odor-related discomfort - all of which compromise driving safety. Steps for replacing the cabin air filter: 1. Turn off the engine (do not start the vehicle). 2. Locate the engine hood release lever at the lower left of the driver's footwell, lift it to release the primary latch, then open the secondary latch to raise the hood. 3. Secure the hood with the support rod. 4. Using a 10mm wrench, remove the three to four bolts securing the right front windshield rain gutter cover near the engine firewall. 5. After removing the protective cover, the hidden cabin air filter will be visible. 6. Remove the old filter and install the new one. 7. Reassemble components in reverse order of removal.