Where is the cabin air filter located in a Mercedes-Benz E260?
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class cabin air filter is located inside the glove compartment on the passenger side. Below is detailed information about the E260's cabin air filter: 1. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class cabin air filter is a specialized filter designed for in-vehicle air purification. It uses activated carbon composite fabric made of highly efficient adsorption material (activated carbon) bonded with long-fiber non-woven fabric. With a compact structure, it effectively filters smoke odors, pollen, dust, harmful gases, and various odors. The filter also efficiently adsorbs particulate impurities while achieving oil filtration and air purification performance. It effectively removes organic gases such as TVOC, benzene, phenol, ammonia, formaldehyde, xylene, and styrene, making it an ideal material for premium vehicles, sedans, and commercial vehicles as an automotive cabin air filter. 2. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class cabin air filter purifies air entering the vehicle interior from outside, improving air cleanliness. Typical filtration targets include airborne impurities, micro-particles, pollen, bacteria, industrial exhaust, and dust. The cabin air filter prevents these substances from entering the AC system, protecting the system while providing occupants with clean air and safeguarding their health. It also prevents windshield fogging.
I've been driving a Mercedes-Benz E260 for a while and have changed the cabin air filter several times. It's located under the passenger side floor mat, specifically inside a plastic cover in front of the footrest. You'll need to squat down and use a small pry tool or screwdriver to remove the cover to access the filter. The concealed design helps with dust and water protection, but the process isn't overly complicated. I recommend replacing it every year or 10,000 kilometers, otherwise dust buildup can cause musty odors in the air output, which affects health. If you're doing it yourself, there are detailed video tutorials online that make the process straightforward. Don't be intimidated - you'll notice significantly improved AC performance immediately after replacing the filter.
