How do I change the salon filter?

In every modern car there is a salonfilter. It is needed in order to prevent the entry into the interior of various harmful elements, whether it is asphalt dust, smoke from burnt oil and anything else. In addition, the cabin filter protects the windshield from the settling of various particles on it, which significantly reduce visibility. Replacing the salon filter is a mandatory procedure that must be performed at least once a year or as contamination occurs. Individual experts advise to make a replacement once in 5000 kilometers - after such a long run, the throughput seriously deteriorates. How can I tell if the filter is in poor condition? Here are a few signs: the interior of the car is warming up for a long time, the windows become foggy, and when the stove is turned on, an unpleasant smell appears.

Find the location of the filter

How do I change the salon filter? You can make a replacement in the car service or try on your own. To do everything yourself, first you need to determine where this filter is in general. Depending on the model of the car, its location varies - under the hood, behind the glove box or under the dashboard. If you do not know where the filter is located, try to find information in the instructions from your car or ask the experts. Also you can read our article Where is the cabin filter.

The next step is to purchase a new filter. It can be purchased at any auto parts store. The seller needs to name the make and model of your car.

Change the filter

After the required auto spare part is purchased, you can start replacing the filter. I must say that this does not require the purchase of additional tools. You definitely already have everything you need.

Be sure to stock up with a vacuum cleaner, sparerag and a set of screwdrivers. You will need a rag and a vacuum cleaner in order to clean the ventilation system and the body of the compartment for installing a new filter. It is worth noting that some filters snap into place

grooves, others are installed more carefully. And here in this case you will need a screwdriver, which you can unscrew any details. To remove the old filter, you need to find its protective cap. Then press the brake pedal all the way to the stop, so you can easily remove this plug. If the filter is under the hood, the plugs can be pinched by screwdrivers. To remove the old filter, it is necessary to remove the screws of the filter cover and remove it. Now you can pull the filter out of the air intake housing and install the new one in the reverse order.

Video, where you can see how the replacement of the cabin filter, can be found on this page.