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How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter in Your Car

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra F - Years 1991-1998
Part: Cabin air filter

This guide shows you how to replace the air filter in your car. This procedure is vital for the health of the driver and passengers as it effectively filters the air, allowing allergy sufferers to breathe more easily. To replace it, you need a good level of dexterity. Once you have the new filter, you can proceed. It is located on the passenger side, beneath the glove compartment. Remove it from the cylindrical housing by unscrewing the two screws with a cross-head screwdriver. The cabin air filter can then be pulled out by grasping it with your thumb and pulling it towards you.

Updated on 21 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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