Changing the cabin filter of a Renault Espace is one of the most simple ! No need to be an expert in mechanics, it's a repair that is accessible to everyone. For this operation you must count between 10 and 20 minutes . Before you start the work, we will see when it is essential to change it. Then we will find out where this filter is located. It is therefore by last that we will see how to change this cabin filter, step by step.
When to change the cabin filter of your Renault Espace
It is certainly essential to simply recall the role of a cabin filter on a Renault Espace. It is simply a component which will allow the outside air to be filtered before inhaling it. It is therefore particularly practical in traffic jams. Therefore, you avoid breathing harmful molecules emitted by other vehicles. Of course, you need to replace a passenger compartment filter of a vehicle in town more often than in the countryside. There are not really any recommendations from the manufacturer. To know when to change a cabin filter, you must therefore perform a visual control . If the latter is particularly filthy, air will infiltrate more difficultly in this Renault Espace. It is also conceivable that a Odour nauseating escapes. In this situation it must be changed.
Where is the cabin filter of the Renault Espace
The location of a cabin filter of a vehicle is slightly changing, however there are notably 3 main locations.
- In the engine block compartment under the wipers.
- Under the glove box.
- Just above the accelerator pedal.
How to change the cabin filter of a Renault Espace
Whatever the location of the cabin filter, you must always start by removing the components which prevent it from being accessed. Whether it's the glove box, the filter cover in the engine block, etc. You will find below the methodology to follow.
- Remove the covers which hold the cabin filter of the Renault Espace
- Compare the used filter with the new one to verify that it fits well
- Insert antibacterial on the new filter and the conduits
- Attach the new filter
- Replace and reattach the covers
As we said, replacing the cabin filter is a extremely easy handling . The latter can be done by beginners in DIY. If the air in your Renault Espace is still foul-smelling or is difficult to infiltrate, it is likely that you have a ventilation concern .