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Replacing the Cabin Air Filter of the Subaru Forester

Model: Subaru Forester SG, MK 2 - Years 2002-2008
Part: Cabin air filter

Today, in this tutorial video, you will see how to remove and replace the cabin air filter or pollen filter of the Subaru Forester. First, open the passenger side door and start by removing the glove compartment; to do this, unscrew the screws located on the sides using a crosshead screwdriver, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the cover of the cabin air filter to extract it; simply replace it with the new one, inserting it in the correct orientation (usually indicated by arrows printed on the filter itself).

Updated on 7 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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