How can the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2017 Toyota Camry?

Gather Necessary Tools and Materials

• Replacement cabin air filter
• Owner’s manual (for reference)
• Small screwdriver or a similar tool (optional)

Locate the Cabin Air Filter Compartment

• Open the passenger-side door and sit on the passenger seat for easier access.
• Open the glove compartment by using the handle to pull it down.

Access the Filter Housing

• Inside the glove compartment, you will notice retaining clips on either side. These clips hold the glove box in place.
• Gently press in on both sides of the glove compartment to release these clips. This will allow the glove compartment to drop further down, giving you access to the cabin air filter housing.

Remove the Old Cabin Air Filter

• Once the glove compartment is lowered, locate the cabin air filter cover. This is a rectangular panel situated directly behind the glove compartment.
• Press the tab or tabs on the sides of the cover to release it. Carefully pull the cover off to reveal the old air filter.
• Slide the old cabin air filter out of the housing. Be cautious not to spill any trapped debris into the filter housing area.

Install the New Cabin Air Filter

• Take your new cabin air filter and make sure it matches the old one in size and shape.
• Align the new filter so that the airflow arrows (marked on the filter) point in the correct direction, typically downwards or as indicated in your manual.
• Slide the new filter into the housing in the same orientation as the old one was.

Reassemble the Filter Housing and Glove Box

• Once the new filter is in place, reattach the cover by pressing it back onto the housing until the tabs click securely.
• Lift the glove compartment back into its normal position. Gently push the sides to snap the retaining clips back into place.
• Ensure the glove compartment is securely closed and latched.

Verify Proper Installation

• Start the car's ventilation system and ensure the air flows properly through the new cabin air filter.
• Check for any unusual noises or issues, but there should be none if everything is reassembled correctly.