Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

Cabin Air Filter Replacement

Model: Citroen C4 MK 1 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Cabin air filter

See other generations:
Video tutorial

If you notice a bad smell coming from the air vents when the air conditioning is activated, it is time to replace the filter. The cabin air filter is located in the engine compartment, on the passenger side, just below the windscreen, practically behind the fuel filter.

Start by removing the five clips securing the plastic cover in front of the filter housing; then remove the protective cap and extract the old filter. Ensure to remove any dirt residue from inside the filter housing and insert the new one (activated carbon filters are recommended), orienting it according to the airflow direction indicated by the arrows printed on the filter.


Updated on 21 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to replace the cabin air filter of the Citroen C4 Cactus
How to replace the cabin air filter of the Citroen C4 Cactus
Citroen C4 (2014-2020 / Cactus) The replacement of the cabin air filter in your Citroen C4 Cactus only takes a few minutes to complete correctly and thanks to the following procedur…
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
Citroen C4 (2004-2010 / MK 1) The cabin air filter is located inside the engine bay, just below the windscreen, right behind the fuel filter: you need to remove the plastic cover …
How to replace the cabin air filter of the 2014 Citroen C4
How to replace the cabin air filter of the 2014 Citroen C4
Citroen C4 (2010-2018 / MK 2) To replace the cabin air filter in your Citroen C4 (2014), you must first locate the box that contains it. First of all, enter the vehicle and reach …

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Remove the Toll Tag Holder from the Car Windscreen

The toll tag holder is usually attached to the car windscreen to ensure that the toll tag functions immediately when passing through barriers. However, if you decide to remove the holder, you should follow this procedure: - Insert the toll tag into the holder; - Pull the holder inwards to detach it from the windscreen; you can use a glass scraper or a stiff plastic card to assist you; After removing the holder, it is essential to remove the adhesive from the windscreen. To remove the adhesive, we recommend using a solvent-based spray that will remove the glue without clouding the area.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos