At a glance
Access, condition, and tools can raise difficulty.
Confirm time from the exact procedure.
Follow the exact vehicle procedure.
General steps; verify the exact vehicle procedure.
- 01ConfirmConfirm fault and exact vehicle fit
- 02SafetyReview hazards and stop limits first
- 03BudgetFull range · 30 currencies in Budget · not a quote
- 04Repair13 steps · prepare, remove, install
- 05Verify5 post-repair checks
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A restricted filter can reduce airflow, but weak airflow, noise, odor, poor temperature control, or fogging can also involve the blower, evaporator, doors, drains, or controls.
Safety and stop conditions
Interior wiring and airbag caution
Some access areas contain airbag wiring or modules. Do not probe, disconnect, or place tools near supplemental-restraint components without the exact procedure.
Tools, parts, and information
Budget context
Source-backed repair estimate
U.S. national parts-and-labor estimate. One or multiple filters and trim access vary; location, taxes, fees, and related repairs are excluded.
ECB rates compare currencies, not local service prices.
- 01USD band$91–$114 · per filter-replacement service
- 02Compare30 currencies · ECB rates dated 2026-10-05
- CAD CA$125–CA$165
- EUR €80–€105
Show all 30 currency values
- USD $91–$114
- CAD CA$125–CA$165
- EUR €80–€105
- GBP £65–£90
- AUD A$130–A$165
- JPY ¥14,395–¥18,040
- CHF 75–95
- NZD NZ$160–NZ$205
- INR ₹8,760–₹10,980
- MXN MX$1,650–MX$2,070
- CZK 1,985–2,490
- DKK 605–765
- HUF 29,870–37,425
- PLN 355–450
- RON 430–545
- SEK 910–1,145
- ISK 11,125–13,940
- NOK 870–1,095
- TRY 4,470–5,605
- BRL R$450–R$570
- CNY CN¥610–CN¥765
- HKD HK$710–HK$895
- IDR 1,630,095–2,042,100
- ILS ₪275–₪350
- KRW ₩122,300–₩153,215
- MYR 370–470
- PHP ₱5,700–₱7,145
- SGD 115–150
- THB 3,065–3,845
- ZAR 1,510–1,900
- 03VerifyConfirm vehicle and work scope
- Source 1: Cabin Air Filter Replacement Cost EstimateSource date 2026-09-03 · Retrieved 2026-09-23
Planning range only. Not a quote.
Preparation
4 steps
Confirm the filter application and access location
Empty the work area and protect interior surfaces
Review the release points before flexing trim or the glove box
Switch the HVAC system and vehicle off
Removal overview
4 steps
Remove only the access pieces identified by the procedure
Support the glove box or trim so hinges and dampers are not overloaded
Open the filter door and note the arrow direction
Withdraw the filter slowly so debris stays contained
Installation overview
5 steps
Inspect the accessible case without reaching into moving parts
Compare filter size, edge seals, and airflow marking
Install in the correct direction without crushing the media
Latch the filter door completely
Restore dampers, stops, wiring, and trim in their original positions
Verification
5 checks
- Run the blower through several speeds
- Check airflow from the selected outlets
- Listen for filter contact or trim noise
- Confirm the glove box and nearby controls operate normally
- Record the filter type and service date
Common mistakes
- Installing against the airflow markingThe filter may not perform or fit as designed.
- Forcing glove-box stops or trimThe correct release direction matters.
- Dropping leaves into the blowerDebris can create noise or damage.
- Promising odor removalOdor can originate from moisture, drains, evaporator contamination, leaks, or other sources.
Exact-information boundary
Verify the correct information using current manufacturer service documentation for the VIN, engine, trim, transmission, drivetrain, market, and installed equipment.