Filters dust, pollen, mold spores, and other airborne particles from the air entering the vehicle cabin through the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
$15 – $50
Total Cost
15,000 – 25,000 miles or annually
Replace Interval
Easy
DIY Difficulty
Schedule Soon
If It Fails
The cabin air filter cleans the air entering your vehicle's interior through the HVAC system. It traps dust, pollen, mold spores, and other airborne contaminants, improving air quality and protecting the blower motor.
Parts Cost
$10 – $30
Labor Cost
$0 – $30 (easily DIY)
Replace every 15,000-25,000 miles or annually. This is one of the easiest and cheapest maintenance items — don't pay a shop $50+ for a 2-minute job you can do yourself.
German car cabin filters are often under the hood near the windshield cowl area. Still easy to replace yourself and saves $40-$60 vs. the dealer.