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Cabin Air Filter Replacement

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years 1995-2003
Part: Cabin air filter

This car model actually has two cabin air filters, one on the driver side and the other on the passenger side, both located in the engine compartment, just below the windshield. To replace them, open the hood and locate the filter housing. Disconnect the metal clip that secures the cover to remove it, then pull the filter out of its housing. Ensure there are no dirt residues and insert the new filter (activated carbon filters are recommended), aligning it according to the airflow direction, and then reposition the cover.

Updated on 21 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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