Changing the cabin filter of a Toyota Yaris is one of the most simple ! No need to be a master in mechanics, it is a repair that is accessible to all. For this operation you must count between 10 and 20 minutes . Before starting the work, we will see when it is essential to change it. In a second step, we will see where this filter is located. So, last, we will see how to change this cabin filter, step by step.
When to change the cabin filter of your Toyota Yaris
It is undoubtedly essential to remember simply what is the role of a cabin filter on a Toyota Yaris. It is simply a room that filters outside air before you breathe it. It is therefore essentially necessary in traffic jams. Consequently, it prevents us from breathing the large quantity of harmful particles emitted by other vehicles. Obviously, you need to replace a cabin air filter more regularly in the city than in the country. There aren't really any manufacturer recommendations. To know when to replace a cabin filter, you will therefore have to make a visual control . If it is really congested, air will enter more difficultly in this Toyota Yaris. It is even possible that Odour nauseating escapes. In this case it will have to be changed.
Where is the cabin filter of the Toyota Yaris
The location of a cabin filter of a vehicle is quite changeable, however there are notably 3 main locations.
- In the engine block compartment under the wipers.
- Below the glove box.
- Above the accelerator pedal.
How to change the cabin filter of a Toyota Yaris
Whatever the location of the cabin filter, you must always start by removing the components that prevent its access. Whether it's the glove box, the filter cover in the engine block, etc. You will find below the steps to follow.
- Remove the covers which hold the passenger compartment filter of your Toyota Yaris
- Compare the used filter with the new one to see that it fits well
- Apply antibacterial to the new filter and piping
- Install the new filter
- Replace and reattach the covers
As we said, replacing the cabin filter is a very easy handling . This can be done by novices in mechanics. If the air in your Toyota Yaris remains foul-smelling or has difficulty circulating, you may have ventilation malfunction .