You likely enjoy breathing clean air as much as driving your new Chevy around Glendale. 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, and if you have questions, contact our service team at Subaru of Glendale. We invite you to learn more about cabin air filters below, and remember; you can schedule a service appointment at our service center.

What Does a Cabin Air Filter Do?

A cabin air filter cleans the air entering your car’s ventilation, heating, and air conditioning systems, and it keeps dirt, pollen, dust, and other pollutants from getting inside your cabin. Over time, it gets clogged, which impacts your vehicle’s interior air quality. 

Signs That it’s Time to Change a Cabin Air Filter

If, while driving around Pasadena, there is smoke in the air or lots of construction, or if you often drive in the desert or on dirt roads beyond North Hollywood, 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
• You see more dust than usual settling on your vehicle’s surfaces
• Lingering unpleasant odors

How to Change a Cabin Air Filter

1. Look in your owner’s manual to find where the filter is. 
2. Usually, the cabin air filter is located behind the glove box or under the hood, but in some cars, it’s under the dashboard and is 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 with the Subaru of Glendale parts center near Los Angeles. 

How Much Does Changing a Cabin Air Filter Cost?

Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, the cabin filter replacement could cost between $35 and $100. It may be covered if you go to a Chevy-authorized service center and your Chevy is still under warranty. Don’t forget to check our service specials to see if you can save money!

Rely on Subaru of Glendale for Chevy OEM Parts

Whether it’s an oil change, battery replacement, or significant repair, trust the service team ar Subaru of Glendale near North Hollywood to do the job right! You can schedule service online or by phone. Check out our tips and tricks on auto care, and let us know how we can help.