🔧 Durango - Cabin Air Filter Replacement

Your Durango’s cabin air filter cleans the air coming through the HVAC vents (A/C and heat). Replacing it helps airflow, reduces odors, and keeps dust/pollen out of the cabin.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 0.2-0.5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• ⚠️ Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key before working under the dash.
• ⚠️ Be gentle with plastic tabs—cold plastic breaks easier.
• ⚠️ 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
• Flashlight
• Plastic trim tool (non-marring)

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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.
• Move the front passenger seat back to give yourself room.
• Tip: Empty the glove box first.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Open and clear the glove box

• Open the glove box fully and remove anything inside.
• Use a flashlight to look at the right side of the glove box area for a small “damper” arm (a little strap that slows the glove box).

Step 2: Lower the glove box

• If your Durango has a damper arm, gently pop it off its peg by hand or with a plastic trim tool (non-marring).
• Push inward on both sides of the glove box (by hand) to clear the side stops, then let the glove box swing downward.
• Tip: Push one side at a time if tight.

Step 3: Remove the cabin filter access door

• Behind the glove box, find the rectangular cabin filter cover.
• Release the locking tabs by hand (or gently with a plastic trim tool (non-marring)) and remove the cover.

Step 4: Remove the old cabin air filter

• Slide the filter straight out.
• Use the flashlight to note the airflow arrow direction printed on the old filter frame.

Step 5: Install the new cabin air filter

• Install the new filter in the same orientation as the old one (match the airflow arrow direction).
• Make sure it slides in evenly and seats fully (no bending or bunching).
• Wear nitrile gloves if you have allergies or the old filter is dusty.

Step 6: Reassemble the glove box

• Reinstall the filter cover until the tabs click into place.
• Lift the glove box back up and push the sides inward again to pass the stops and close normally.
• Reattach the glove box damper arm (if equipped) by pressing it back onto its peg by hand.

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✅ After Repair

• Start the engine and run the fan at all speeds to confirm good airflow and no rattles.
• Switch between A/C and heat to confirm normal operation.
• Tip: Musty smell may fade after a few drives.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $80-$160 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $15-$45 (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 0.3-0.6 hours.

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