Where is the cabin air filter located in the Trumpchi GS5?

[JosieFitz]

The cabin air filter of the Trumpchi GS5 is located inside the glove box on the passenger side. Additional information about the Trumpchi GS5 is as follows: 1. The Trumpchi GS5 is a trendy urban SUV newly developed by GAC Motor based on a high-performance European vehicle chassis. It features a stylish and dynamic exterior design, offering European-level driving comfort and safety, surpassing world-class quality in its segment. 2. The Trumpchi GS5 adopts a unique wing-style grille that combines family identity with sporty characteristics. 3. The Trumpchi GS5 is equipped with two engine options: a 2.0L DCVVT and a 1.8T turbocharged engine. The 2.0L DCVVT engine provides ample power with good fuel economy, while the 1.8T engine delivers even stronger performance, enabling the Trumpchi GS5 to possess snow leopard-like explosive power.

[Adriana]

I've changed the air conditioning filter on my Trumpchi GS5 myself, which is located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side. You need to move the seat back to make space, then crouch down to look at the bottom of the glove compartment. There are twist-type fasteners on the left and right inner sides of the glove compartment; turn them 90 degrees counterclockwise to remove them, and the entire glove compartment will naturally hang down. At this point, you can see a black rectangular cover, usually with a filter icon printed on it. Press the fasteners on both sides of the cover towards the middle, and the entire cover can be removed. The filter is accordion-folded and can be pulled out directly. When installing the new one, pay attention to the arrow direction, which should point towards the rear of the car; otherwise, it will affect the filtering efficiency. Be careful not to force or pull hard during the process, as it's easy to break the plastic parts. It's best to watch a video for the first time to see the proper technique. The location hasn’t changed much for the facelifted models after the 2019 version.

[VonSara]

Just replaced the AC filter for my GS5, and the location is quite user-friendly. The key is inside the glove compartment on the passenger side: after fully opening the glove box, press both sides inward with your hands until you hear a click, indicating the stopper has disengaged. At this point, the entire glove box will flip down 90 degrees. No screws need to be removed to reveal the vertical white plastic cover behind it. The cover has clips at the top and bottom—use your index finger to push the top clip and your thumb to press the bottom clip, then pull outward to open it. The filter is a grayish-black rectangle with activated carbon. Remember to align the pleats vertically when installing the new filter, with the arrow mark facing the driver's seat. A quick tip: replacing the filter before the rainy season can prevent musty odors, and it should be changed every six months.

[OAngela]

The air filter for the Trumpchi GS5 is hidden in the passenger side. When performing the replacement, first empty the glove compartment, then use both hands to firmly squeeze the inner sides of the compartment towards the middle, causing the entire compartment to drop down. Be careful not to let go and leave the compartment hanging, as this can easily damage the damping rod. Once removed, you will directly see a 30cm long plastic cover panel at the back, with two spring clips on top of the panel. Use a flat-head screwdriver to gently pry open the clips. When removing the old filter, observe the direction of the arrow; the new filter must be installed with the same airflow direction. After replacement, turn on the maximum fan speed for two minutes to blow away any fiber debris from the filter. This location is much more reasonable compared to some models that require removing the accelerator pedal.

[ODaisy]

As a long-time owner of three GAC Motor models, I can say the GS5's cabin air filter location is quite user-friendly. It's located above the passenger footwell and requires no tools for replacement: simply pull the glove compartment to its maximum opening angle, press down on both raised areas at the bottom simultaneously, and the entire storage box will lower. This reveals a 20×25cm gray cover panel with "OPEN" marked on its right side. Use your fingernail to release the right-side latch, and the entire cover slides out like a drawer. I recommend choosing a PM2.5-filtering replacement, and make sure the side marked "UP" faces upward during installation. By the way, this space can actually accommodate two filters for dual-layer filtration, though the factory only designed it for a single layer. Northern owners would do well to replace it more frequently.

[ClaraFitz]

Here's a pro tip for replacing the air filter on your Trumpchi GS5 – it's located behind the glove box. The key is removing the glove box stopper: Fully open the glove box, and you'll see white plastic pins on the inner sides. Push the left pin toward the driver's seat with your left hand while simultaneously pushing the right pin toward the passenger door with your right hand. A click sound means the glove box can now fully drop down. The filter housing is a black plastic frame with a strip clip on top. Press the indented middle part of the clip downward while pulling outward to open the cover. Old filters are often clogged with leaves and willow catkins – gloves are recommended. When installing the new filter, place the thin edge inward and thick edge outward. DIY saves you 200 yuan in labor costs compared to dealership service.