Cabin Air Filter Replacement at Hometown Chevrolet in Waverly, Ohio

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Your cabin air filter keeps your cabin clean and comfortable in ways you might not notice.

Below, you’ll find all the info you need on your cabin air filter replacement.

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Why Cabin Air Filter Replacement is Important

Having a fresh cabin air filter can do more than just protect against allergens while driving – they also protect against road smog and other contaminants—the perfect thing to keep you and your family safe and healthy.

When You Should Get Your Cabin Air Filter Replaced

Cabin air filters are recommended to be replaced every 15,000-30,000 miles.

If you haven’t kept up on this schedule, no worries. There are some signs that you might need a cabin air filter replacement. If you’re getting strange noises from your heating and cooling system, weak airflow, or a musty odor, you’re probably in the market for a cabin air filter replacement.

The Cabin Air Filter Replacement Process

A cabin air filter replacement can be done at home if you’re a bit handy. All you need is a screwdriver and a can-do attitude. No worries if this is not you. Your service technician can take care of it with no problem, too.

1. Purchase the Correct Cabin Air Filter for Your Vehicle
   Your local auto parts store or dealership will sell you the correct air filter for your car or truck.
2. Check Your Owner’s Manual to Find Where the Cabin Air Filter on Your Vehicle is Located
   They’re found behind the glove box or under the hood.
3. Use a Screwdriver to Open the Housing For the Cabin Air Filter
   Sometimes, the whole glove box must be removed to access the cabin air filter.
4. Replace the Old Cabin Air Filter with the New One
   It may make sense to clean the cabin air filter housing depending on how dirty it is
5. Put Everything Back Together.
   Make sure all of the parts are snug before finishing the process.

Cost of Cabin Air Filter Replacement

If you’re looking to cut down on the cost of a cabin air filter replacement, the best way is to do it yourself. You’ll pay $30-$70 for a new cabin air filter. If you’re looking to have your service technician do it for you, you’ll pay labor costs on top of this. Don’t worry, though! It’s a quick job, so that labor costs won’t be ridiculous.

Questions to Ask Your Service Technician

Only one size of cabin air filter fits your vehicle, but there are many different grades of the cabin air filter. Talking to your mechanic about what you’re interested in can help you get the replacement you’re looking for – your mechanic can let you know how long the new cabin air filter is expected to last.

Signs of a Quality Cabin Air Filter Replacement

If you notice that you’re breathing easier in your car, it’s probably because the job went well. Other signs are a lack of noise from the heating and cooling system and no more musty smell. If any of these things are not the case, and the problems persist, it’s a sign that you got a shoddy replacement.

Caring for Your Vehicle After a Cabin Air Filter Replacement

If you get a higher-grade air filter, it’ll last longer. In addition, changing the cabin air filter more frequently will protect the heating and cooling system of your car.

Contact Our Service Department in Waverly, Ohio

We can handle a wide range of car repairs– big and small at Hometown Chevy, give us a call at 740-835-4221, or drop by when when we're open. We’re here to make sure the Waverly community and surrounding areas breathe easy when it comes to auto repairs and more.