How to replace the Volkswagen air conditioning filter element

Volkswagen air conditioning filter element
After using it for a period of time, there will be debris and dust. If it cannot be cleaned in time, it will affect the use of the car air conditioning filter element. Therefore, it must be checked regularly and replaced in time. The following are the major steps for replacing the air conditioning filter element

Open the passenger door and then open the glove box.

Carefully pry open the trim panel next to the glove box. The decorative panel adopts a clip design, which can be opened with a little force. Be careful not to use excessive force.

Unscrew the
screws on the glove box and set it aside, being careful not to lose it

Use your feet to support the removed glove box. , because the wire behind the glove box is connected to the small light in the glove box.

Open the buttons on both sides of the air conditioning filter element cover and pull out the air conditioning filter element.

If the air conditioning filter element is not very dirty, you can gently tap it to remove the debris and dust in the gaps. If it is very dirty, you should replace it with a new filter element.
After cleaning or replacing the air conditioning filter element, be sure to remember to install the car air conditioning filter element back correctly, otherwise it will affect its normal use.