Cabin Air Filter / Purifier: Service and Repair

Front Air Particulate Filter


Always make sure the HVAC system is turned off and that the ignition switch is in the OFF position prior to servicing the particulate air filter. Never place fingers or other objects into the filter opening of the HVAC housing. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury.

• The particulate air filter is labeled with "Airflow" and an arrow to indicate air flow direction through the filter. This arrow should always be oriented towards the floor of the vehicle. Make sure to properly install the particulate air filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace the filter sooner than required by design.

Removing






- Remove the lower glove box bin from the instrument panel.

- Disengage the two retaining tabs (1) that secure the particulate air filter cover (2) to the passenger side of the HVAC air distribution housing (3) and remove the cover.






- Remove the particulate air filter (1) from the air distribution housing (2) by pulling the filter element straight out of the housing.

Installing






- Install the particulate air filter (1) into the filter opening in the HVAC air distribution housing (2). Insert the particulate air filter directly into the housing with the arrow on the filter pointing to the floor.






- Position the particulate air filter cover (2) to the air distribution housing (3) and engage the two retaining tabs (1) that secure the cover to the housing. Make sure the retaining tabs are fully engaged.

- Install the lower glove box bin.