🔧 Renegade - Cabin Air Filter Replacement

Your Renegade’s cabin air filter cleans the air coming through the HVAC vents. Replacing it helps improve airflow, reduces musty smells, and keeps dust/pollen out of the cabin.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 15-30 minutes

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• ⚠️ Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key before working under the dash.
• ⚠️ Wear a dust mask if you’re sensitive to pollen/dust—debris can fall out when the cover opens.
• ⚠️ Do not force plastic tabs; if something won’t move, re-check for a clip or stop.
• ⚠️ 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
• Small flat trim tool (plastic preferred)
• 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.
• 🧹 Remove items from the glove box so nothing falls out.
• 💡 Have your flashlight ready—this area is tucked up under the dash.

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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 fully and remove anything inside.
• Use a flashlight to look along the right side for a small “damper” arm (a little strap that slows the glove box). A damper arm is a small plastic link that controls how fast the glove box drops.

Step 2: Disconnect the glove box damper (if equipped)

• If you see a small arm/strap on the right side, gently pop it off its pin.
• Use a small flat trim tool (plastic preferred) to help pry it off gently if it’s tight.
• Go slow—plastic clips can snap.

Step 3: Release the glove box stops so it swings down

• Push the glove box sides inward (left and right) to clear the built-in “stops.”
• Once the stops clear, let the glove box rotate downward toward the floor.
• Use a flashlight to locate the cabin filter access door behind where the glove box was.

Step 4: Remove the cabin filter access door

• Find the rectangular cover on the HVAC housing.
• Release the locking tabs on the cover by hand; if needed, use the small flat trim tool (plastic preferred) to gently help the tab move.
• Remove the cover and set it aside.

Step 5: Remove the old cabin air filter

• Slide the old filter straight out.
• Wear nitrile gloves and safety glasses—loose debris can drop.
• Use a flashlight to check the filter slot for leaves or heavy dust (wipe out carefully by hand if needed).

Step 6: Install the new cabin air filter

• Check the airflow arrow on the new filter frame.
• Install it in the same direction as the old one came out (the arrow must match airflow direction shown on the housing/cover if marked).
• Slide the filter in evenly—don’t bend or crush it.

Step 7: Reinstall the access door and glove box

• Reinstall the filter access door and press until the tabs click into place.
• Lift the glove box back up and push the sides inward again to get past the stops.
• Reconnect the damper arm (if equipped) by pressing it back onto its pin.
• Close the glove box.

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✅ After Repair

• 🔄 Start the engine and run the HVAC fan at low, then high, to confirm strong airflow.
• 👃 Switch between fresh air and recirculation to confirm no rattles and no loose cover.
• ✅ If you hear ticking/rubbing, recheck that the filter cover is fully clipped in.

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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 0.3-0.5 hours.

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