How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter for a 2007–2015 Mitsubishi Lancer

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The cabin air filter should be replaced once a year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first. You may want to replace it after pollen season, or more frequently, depending on your location. You won't want to put off this treatment once you realize how simple it is. Some dealers charge up to $50 for this service, which takes about 10 minutes for a skilled technician. This guide will save you some bucks and show you how to replace the cabin air filer on your 2007-2015 Mitsubishi Lancer all on your own!

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步骤 1 Cabin Air Filter

How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter for a 2007–2015 Mitsubishi Lancer, Cabin Air Filter: 步骤 1 中的图像 1，2

How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter for a 2007–2015 Mitsubishi Lancer, Cabin Air Filter: 步骤 1 中的图像 2，2

Open the glove box and empty all of its contents.
The following step is crucial. You'll break the damper arm if you disconnect the stopper arms and pull down the glove box while the damper arm is still attached. Replacing it requires the removal of a substantial portion of the dashboard, which is a major undertaking.
Gently push the glove box damper arm on the right side of the glovebox to the right, you can release it. The latch will be released by a pin, and the arm will be lifted out of the aperture.

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步骤 2

Push both sides of the glove box inward and pull towards you.
This will allow the glovebox to be released from the locking mechanism and enable you to pull the glovebox down.

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步骤 3

The heating blower unit is visible now that the glove box has been lowered. The air filter tray is located at the top of the blower.
Push the two locking tabs on the front left and right in towards the center with your fingers and pull off the cover.
These two locking tabs on the front left and right hold the air filter cover in place.

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步骤 4

How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter for a 2007–2015 Mitsubishi Lancer: 步骤 4 中的图像 3，3

With the cover removed, take out the old filter.
Take note of the direction the air should pass through the filter. The heating blower blows air from top to bottom . An indication mark should be present on the tray.
Place the new filter in the filter tray. The hard sides of the filter are placed on the tray's left and right edges.

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步骤 5

Reinstall the filter cover in the heating blower in the same manner as it was removed.
When fully installed, the left and right locking tabs should snap into position.

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步骤 6

Push both sides of the glove box inwards the same way as in Step 2 and push it back into the housing

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步骤 7

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Gently reinstall the damper arm on the right side of the glovebox by pushing it back into the aperture. The latch will lock back in, and the arm will be connected to the aperture.
Close the glove box and put your items back inside. You've completed the task!

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