Where is the cabin air filter located in an Audi A3?
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The cabin air filter in an Audi A3 is located inside the glove compartment on the passenger side. The replacement method is as follows: 1. Open the passenger-side storage compartment and release the cover clips; 2. Pull out the old cabin air filter and install the new one. Taking the 2021 Audi A3 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4351mm, width 1815mm, height 1458mm, with a wheelbase of 2630mm and a fuel tank capacity of 51 liters. The 2021 Audi A3 is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 110kW and a maximum torque of 250Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've been driving an Audi A3 for almost three years and always change the cabin air filter myself. It's located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. You need to remove the entire glove box first. There are clips on both sides of the glove box - press them inward simultaneously to release it. Then you'll see a long cover panel behind it. Just unclip the cover and pull out the old filter. When installing the new filter, pay attention to the arrow direction - it should face toward the seat back. Never install it backwards, otherwise the filtration efficiency will drop and it'll make a whooshing noise. The design of this location is quite reasonable - no tools needed and it takes just five minutes. I change it every six months, saving hundreds compared to dealership service.
