How To Check Cabin Air Filter

Check the condition of the cabin air filter in a 2002 acura tl 3 2l v6 this video shows you where the ac filter pollen filter or dust filter is located in a 2002 acura tl 3 2l v6.

How to check cabin air filter. Most car models have the cabin air filter located behind the glove box. Now reach in and remove the air filter. In this video tutorial viewers learn how to check and replace the cabin air filter of a car.

As you can see here it s large and round with a snorkel sticking out of the side to facilitate the intake of fresh air. To find out if your air filter needs to be replaced just lift it out it isn t fastened down and hold it up to the sun or to a strong light. If your cabin air filter is in a hard to reach spot you might prefer to contact one of our friendly specialist technicians to help.

Once finished simply put back in all the parts. Remove the old cabin air filter. Lift the latches on the sides of the faceplate and slide it out of the way opening up the filter compartment.

Your owner s manual should have instructions on how to locate and get at your air filter. I ve been looking for the cabin air filter on my 2014 2lt and can t seem to find it. On carbureted vehicles the air filter is inside the air cleaner.

As you remove the old filter notice which way the arrows are facing. Not replacing your cabin air filter or pollen filter as i call it can lead to an unpleasant experience for you and your passengers. Most cabin air filters are located behind the glove box of the car.

Now go into the car and remove the glove box and put it aside. Find the cabin air filter. I looked under the hood in the general location of the one on my 2012 impala but i don t see anything resembling a method to access it.