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How to Replace the Cabin Filter on a Seat Leon?

Model: Seat Leon MK 3, 5F - Years 2012-2019
Part: Cabin air filter

In this tutorial, you will see how to replace the cabin filter on a Seat Leon 5F, a very simple and quick operation. The filter is located behind the glove compartment on the passenger side, so you will first need to remove the relevant drawer. To do this, unclip the two pins from the rest of the dashboard using a screwdriver, then lay it on the ground and unclip the CD player frame. At this point, you can open the long rectangular door and replace the filter, ensuring that the replacement is positioned in the correct orientation. To reassemble everything, follow the reverse procedure.

Updated on 9 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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