How Often To Replace A Cabin Air Filter

You likely enjoy breathing clean air as much as driving your new Chevrolet around Normal. But how often should you change your cabin air filter? Most auto experts suggest changing your cabin air filter about every 15,000 miles. Still, check your owner’s manual for the correct intervals for your make and model. Learn more about what a cabin air filter does and how to change a cabin air filter with this guide from the experts at Barker Chevrolet.

What Does A Cabin Air Filter Do?

So, what does a cabin air filter do as you drive around Bloomington? A cabin air filter cleans the air entering your car’s ventilation, heating, and air conditioning systems, keeping dirt, pollen, dust, and other pollutants from entering your cabin. Over time, it gets clogged, which impacts your vehicle’s interior air quality. For those with allergies or who live in areas with low air quality, knowing how often to replace your cabin air filters is an important part of ensuring your morning drives don’t impact your respiratory health.

How Often To Replace A Cabin Air Filter: Warning Signs

If, while driving around El Paso, you encounter smoke in the air, extensive construction, or frequently drive in the desert or on dirt roads, you may need to change your filter more often. These are some signs to look for that indicate it’s time to change your air filter:

• Reduced airflow when your climate control systems are on
• More dust than usual is settling on your vehicle’s surfaces
• Lingering unpleasant odors

How To Change A Cabin Air Filter

1. Refer to your owner’s manual to locate the filter.
2. Typically, the cabin air filter is located behind the glove box or under the hood; however, in some cars, it’s situated under the dashboard, making it more challenging to reach.
3. Wear gloves and a mask when removing the dirty air filter.
4. Place the old filter in a garbage bag, and replace it with a new Chevrolet OEM part to ensure the highest quality, fit, and durability. You can order your cabin air filter online at Barker Chevrolet’s parts center.

How Much Does Changing A Cabin Air Filter Cost?

Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, the cost of replacing the cabin filter can range from $35 to $100. That said, with changes in international trade policies, the price of cabin air filter replacements may increase. If your vehicle is still under warranty, a replacement may be covered if you visit a Chevrolet-authorized service center, such as Barker Chevrolet. Don’t forget to check our service specials to see if you can save money.

Rely On Barker Chevrolet For Chevrolet OEM Parts

Now that you know what an air filter does and how to change a cabin air filter in your vehicle, it’s time to get the process started at Barker Chevrolet. Whether it’s an oil change, battery replacement, or significant repair, you can trust our service team to do the job right. Schedule service online, by phone at (888) 426-8508, or by visiting us in person at our Lexington location.