As it gets dirty, the air supply to the cabin worsens. One of the signs of filter clogging is fogging of car windows during air conditioning operation.
The work on replacing the air conditioner filter must be carried out in accordance with the maintenance plan (see «Maintenance plan»). When operating the vehicle in a dusty area, the filter may become clogged much earlier. Under such conditions, it should be replaced when dirty. The filter cover is located on the right side of the center console, under the storage box.
Execution sequence
1. We prepare the car for work (see «Preparing the car for maintenance and repair»).
2. To access the filter element with a TORX T20 key, unscrew the screw securing the right front lining of the floor tunnel...
... and overcoming the resistance of the clamps, remove the right upholstery.
3. Pressing the latches (for clarity shown on the removed cover)...
... remove the filter cover.
4. Remove the filter element.
5. Install the new filter element in reverse order.