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How to Replace the Cabin Filter on BMW 2 Series

Model: BMW Serie 2 F45 - Years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Part: Cabin air filter

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In this video tutorial, you can see how to replace the cabin filter on a BMW 2 Series by following a few simple steps: the first thing to do is purchase a new cabin air filter from an authorized dealer. Get inside the vehicle, turn off the car, and engage the parking brake; the cabin filter in this vehicle is located inside the car behind the glove compartment; open the glove box and remove all items inside.

Now you need to unscrew the two nuts and remove the flexible housing; disconnect the speaker power plug and remove the plastic cover. Unscrew the screw and then unlock the console housing by pulling hard to extract it. Unscrew the screw to remove the ventilation duct.

Open the filter housing and remove the filter from its slot; install the new filter following the arrow markings inside and reassemble all parts in reverse order.


Updated on 31 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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