Cabin Air Filter Replacement: What happens if I don’t change the filter?
How often should I have the filter replaced?
Recommendations on cabin air filter replacement tend to vary by manufacturer. Most recommend replacement services every 12,000 or 15,000 miles, but replacement can also depend on how much you drive and where. To be sure, you should check the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual. Usually, your mechanic will have this part on their radar and monitor it for replacement. Most filters need to be replaced between 15,000 to 25,000 miles, or about once a year.What happens if I don't change the filter?
Because of its location, changing a cabin air filter is a difficult do-it-yourself project so it’s usually best to have it serviced by a trained mechanic. If you don't come in for service on your cabin air filter, it will become increasingly clogged with dirt and debris and the efficiency of the filter and your car's HVAC system will be compromised; forcing your A/C to work harder than it needs to can eventually damage your heating and cooling system which requires a much bigger repair. The air volume into your passenger compartment will be continually reduced which will lead to the issue of foul odors inside your car.Read more: Why You Need to Replace Your Car’s Dirty Cabin Air Filter