How Often Do I Change My Cabin Air Filter?

Generally, most manufacturers recommend that you replace your cabin air filter at the 15,000-mile mark. But what affects your filter performance and what does a cabin air filter do? Before you schedule service, there are a few factors to consider: driving habits, climate conditions, and terrain all affect the life of your air filter. INFINITI of Boerne covers cabin air filter cost and more below.

How Much Does a Cabin Air Filter Cost?

San Antonio drivers should expect to pay somewhere between $30 and $70 for changing their filter. Other factors at play in-cabin air filter cost include:

• Warranty: At an authorized service center your INFINITI warranty can cover or help with cabin air filter costs.
• Service Specials: It’s always useful to look out for service specials in New Braunfels!

What Does a Cabin Air Filter Do and When to Change It

What does a cabin air filter do? Dirt, dust, pollen, and other unwanted materials can run into your cabin. The cabin air filter gets rid of these contaminants on multiple systems. But like any filter, it sometimes needs adjustments. Road conditions and other factors can affect the general 15,000-mile guideline, so look out for:

• Lingering odors
• Dust coatings on interior surfaces
• Noticeably reduced airflow when AC or heat is on

Changing Your Cabin Air Filter

To get a new air filter, San Marcos drivers can find OEM parts at a dedicated parts center. Changing an air filter involves a few simple steps, but there is some information everyone should know:

• Wear gloves and a mask: use your spare mask and work gloves because a dirty air filter can be very messy.
• As always, consult your owner’s manual to locate the air filter. The cabin air filter tends to be under the hood or glovebox. Sometimes it’s in a less accessible place like the dashboard.
• Replacement: Remove the dirty filter, toss it in the garbage, and make sure the new one fits well so it does its job properly.

Get More Service Tips with INFINITI of Boerne!

At INFINITI of Boerne, we want to help Boerne-area keep their vehicles in excellent condition. To learn more about cabin air filters and other components that make the interior of an INFINITI so comfortable, contact us today!