Where is the cabin air filter located in the old Ford Focus?
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The cabin air filter in the old Ford Focus is located under the driver's seat, to the right of the accelerator pedal. It's covered by a black vertical rectangular panel secured with four cross-head screws. The cabin air filter is a component installed in the vehicle's air conditioning system that absorbs dust particles, alleviates respiratory discomfort, reduces irritation for allergy sufferers, and protects the air conditioning cooling system. Here's more information about the old Ford Focus: 1. Taking the 2013 Focus model as an example, its dimensions are 4342mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1500mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2640mm. 2. The 2013 Focus is equipped with a 1.8L naturally aspirated engine delivering a maximum power of 91kW and maximum torque of 161Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The air filter location in the older Ford Focus models is in the footwell area on the passenger side. You'll need to carefully search for it by opening the glove compartment. Inside the glove box, there are two clip buttons on each side—press them to let the glove box hang down, and you'll see a rectangular plastic cover. Gently pry it open with a screwdriver, and the filter is hidden inside. I've owned a Focus for many years and replaced it several times—the position is quite concealed but designed for convenience, not too difficult to handle. The filter plays a big role, trapping dust, pollen, and odors, affecting the air quality inside the car. Regular replacement protects lung health, especially on smoggy days, making the AC airflow much fresher. It's recommended to check every six months or 10,000 km—replace it if it's dirty, and doing it yourself saves labor costs. Buying filters online only costs around 20-30 yuan, hassle-free and cost-effective. Remember the correct position—installing it backward can happen if placed wrong.
