🔧 Edge - Cabin Air Filter Replacement

Your Edge’s cabin air filter cleans the air coming through the HVAC (heat/AC) vents. Replacing it helps airflow and reduces dust, pollen, and musty odors inside the cabin.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 0.25-0.5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• 🛑 Turn the ignition off and remove the key/fob from the vehicle.
• 🛑 Work gently around glove box panels and clips to avoid breaking plastic tabs.
• 🛑 Battery disconnect is not required for this job.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Nitrile gloves
• Safety glasses
• Plastic trim removal tool set (specialty)
• Flashlight

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Cabin air filter - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• 🅿️ Park on level ground and set the parking brake.
• 🧰 Have a trash bag ready for the old (dusty) filter.
• 💡 Turn on your flashlight so you can see behind the glove box.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Open and empty the glove box

• Open the glove box and remove anything inside so nothing falls out.
• Use nitrile gloves to keep dust off your hands.

Step 2: Release the glove box stops

• On both sides of the glove box, gently push the glove box walls inward by hand to clear the “stops” (the little plastic tabs that keep it from dropping).
• Let the glove box swing down slowly.
• Go slow to avoid snapping the tabs.

Step 3: Disconnect the glove box damper (if equipped)

• Look on the right side of the glove box for a small damper arm (a little rod that slows the glove box).
• Use a plastic trim removal tool set (specialty) to gently pop the damper arm off its pin if it’s in the way.
• A plastic trim tool is a non-metal pry tool that helps remove clips without scratching panels.

Step 4: Remove the cabin filter access door

• Behind the lowered glove box, find the rectangular cabin filter cover.
• Use your fingers (or the plastic trim removal tool set (specialty) gently) to press the cover tabs and pull the cover off.
• Use a flashlight to clearly see the tabs and the cover edges.

Step 5: Remove the old cabin air filter

• Slide the old filter straight out.
• Keep it level as you pull it out to reduce spilling dust and leaves.
• Note the airflow direction arrow on the filter (you’ll match it on the new one).

Step 6: Install the new cabin air filter

• Install the new cabin air filter in the same orientation as the old one.
• Make sure the filter seats fully and isn’t folded or pinched.
• If it resists, don’t force it.

Step 7: Reinstall the cover and glove box

• Reinstall the cabin filter cover by pushing it on until the tabs click.
• Reconnect the damper arm (if removed) by pressing it back onto its pin by hand (use the plastic trim removal tool set (specialty) only if needed, gently).
• Lift the glove box back up and push the sides inward again to pass the stops, then let it settle into place.

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✅ After Repair

• 🔁 Start the engine and run the fan at different speeds to confirm good airflow and no rattles.
• 👃 If you had a musty smell, run the A/C for a few minutes to help clear the old odor.
• 🧹 Make sure the glove box opens/closes smoothly and isn’t hanging on the damper.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $80-$180 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $15-$45 (parts only)

You Save: $65-$135 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.3-0.5 hours.

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