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Where is the cabin air filter located on a 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5S and how to change it?

Cabin Air Filter Location

1. Position yourself in the passenger footwell.

2. Locate the cabin air filter housing cover underneath the glove box. It's a black, rectangular cover about 10 inches wide.

3. The cover is held in place with two plastic clips on the left side and one plastic clip on the right side.

How to Change the Cabin Air Filter

1. Press the two plastic clips on the left side of the cover towards the center of the vehicle to release them.

2. Slide the cover to the right about an inch to release it from the third plastic clip.

3. Remove the cover completely by pulling it straight down.

4. Remove the old cabin air filter from the housing by pulling it straight out. Be careful not to drop any dirt or debris into the housing.

5. Insert the new cabin air filter into the housing. Make sure that the filter is oriented correctly, with the arrows pointing towards the front of the vehicle.

6. Reinstall the cover by sliding it back into place and snapping it shut. Make sure that the clips are securely fastened.

Tips

* Change the cabin air filter every 12,000 miles or 1 year.

* If you drive in dusty or polluted conditions, you may need to change the filter more frequently.

* A clean cabin air filter can help to improve the air quality in your vehicle, reducing allergies and asthma symptoms.

* Changing the cabin air filter is a simple task that you can do yourself in a few minutes.