🔧 Cabin Air Filter - Replacement

Your cabin air filter traps dust, pollen, and debris before air reaches the interior vents. On your Stinger, this is a quick maintenance job behind the glove box, and replacing it helps restore airflow and keep the cabin air cleaner.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 15-25 minutes

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Turn the ignition off and remove the key/fob from the vehicle.
• Work slowly around the glove box to avoid breaking the plastic stops or damper arm.
• No battery disconnect is required for this job.
• Use a flashlight so you can see the filter cover clearly.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Trim panel tool
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Flashlight
• Safety glasses
• Gloves

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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.
• Make sure the climate control is off.
• Open the glove box fully before starting.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Open the glove box fully

• Use your hands to lower the glove box door all the way down.
• Remove any items inside the glove box so they do not fall out.

Step 2: Release the glove box stops

• Use a trim panel tool to gently press inward on the glove box side stops.
• Let the glove box hang down farther so you can reach the filter housing.
• Work gently to avoid cracking the plastic.

Step 3: Disconnect the damper arm

• Use a flat-blade screwdriver if needed to carefully pop the small damper arm off its pin.
• This lets the glove box drop fully out of the way.

Step 4: Remove the cabin filter cover

• Use your fingers to release the tabs on the filter cover behind the glove box.
• Pull the cover straight off to expose the filter.

Step 5: Remove the old filter

• Slide the old cabin air filter out by hand.
• Watch the airflow arrow direction on the old filter before removing it.

Step 6: Install the new filter

• Use the new cabin air filter and slide it into the housing in the same direction as the airflow arrow on the old one.
• Make sure it sits flat and fully seated.

Step 7: Reinstall the cover and glove box

• Use your hands to snap the filter cover back into place.
• Reattach the glove box damper arm.
• Lift the glove box back into position and snap the side stops back into place.

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✅ After Repair

• Turn the blower fan on and check for strong airflow.
• Listen for rattles from the glove box area.
• If airflow is still weak, recheck the filter direction and seating.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $80-$150 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $15-$35 (parts only)

You Save: $65-$115 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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