Where is the cabin air filter located in the Ford Kuga?
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The cabin air filter in the Ford Kuga is located inside the glove compartment on the passenger side. The function of the cabin air filter is to filter out odors, pollen, dust, harmful gases, and various unpleasant smells. The filter can also efficiently trap and absorb particulate impurities, achieving oil filtration and air purification performance, while effectively removing organic gases such as benzene, phenol, ammonia, formaldehyde, xylene, and styrene. The dimensions of the Kuga are 4524mm in length, 1838mm in width, and 1685mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2690mm. The vehicle is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. This engine delivers a maximum power output of 134kW and a peak torque of 243Nm.
I've changed the cabin air filter three times in three years on my Ford Kuga, located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. The removal process is quite simple: First, empty the glove box and look inside to locate two plastic clips on either side. Pinch them towards the center with your fingers, and the entire glove box will drop down. You'll then see a black plastic cover with arrow markings. Use a screwdriver to release the clips and pull it out to reveal the white pleated filter. Last time I replaced it, I found leaves trapped in the OEM filter - no wonder there was a musty smell from the AC. It's recommended to replace it every 20,000 km. Buying a Mann filter online costs just 30 yuan, saving over 200 yuan compared to dealership prices. Remember the filter has a specific orientation - installing it backwards affects filtration efficiency.
Last time I changed the cabin air filter for my bestie's Ford Kuga, the location was indeed a bit tricky. You have to crawl onto the passenger footwell to operate: first empty all items from the glove box, then firmly press the protrusions on both sides of the glove box to release and lower the entire compartment. Inside there's an A4-sized cover plate - just pry open the right-side clip with your fingernail to pull out the filter. I remember breaking a clip the first time, but later found that pulling straight out vertically prevents damage. After replacement, the AC airflow noticeably improved, eliminating the previous musty smell. These consumables are most cost-effective to replace yourself - the dealership charges 300 yuan in labor fees, while I got it done in just ten minutes.
