How is the cabin air filter replaced on a 2017 Toyota Tundra?

Gather Necessary Tools and Materials
 

• Replacement cabin air filter
• Philips head screwdriver
• User manual (optional for reference)

Locate the Glove Compartment
 

• Sit on the passenger side of the vehicle.
• Open the glove compartment completely.

Remove the Glove Compartment Door
 

• Locate the damper arm on the right side of the glove compartment; gently detach it.
• Pinch the sides of the glove compartment inward to release the stops and allow it to swing down fully.

Access the Cabin Air Filter Housing
 

• With the glove compartment door out of the way, locate the cabin air filter cover directly behind it.
• The cover is usually a rectangular plastic panel with clips or tabs on either side.

Remove the Old Cabin Air Filter
 

• Press the clips or tabs to release the cabin air filter cover and set it aside.
• Carefully pull out the old cabin air filter. Take note of its orientation to ensure proper installation of the new filter.

Install the New Cabin Air Filter
 

• Insert the new cabin air filter into the housing, ensuring it is oriented correctly according to the airflow direction indicated on the filter.

Reassemble the Glove Compartment
 

• Replace the cabin air filter cover by snapping it back into place.
• Lift the glove compartment back into its normal position and reattach the damper arm.
• Ensure the glove compartment’s stops are properly seated by pushing the sides in and allowing them to catch the guides.

Check Your Work
 

• Open and close the glove compartment to ensure it operates smoothly.
• Double-check that the cabin air filter housing cover is securely in place.

Carrying out these steps should ensure that the cabin air filter in your 2017 Toyota Tundra is properly replaced, providing fresh and clean air inside your vehicle.