The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the pollen from the air entering the vehicle. The filter may need to be changed periodically. For how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, see Scheduled Maintenance .

The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is located under the hood near the windshield, on the passenger's side of the vehicle.

To access the passenger compartment air filter:

1. Use a tool to remove the cover. If the vehicle has tabs that allow the cover to be unlatched with your fingers, a tool will not be needed for this step.



2. Then, insert a tool behind the push pin located on the inboard side of the air filter compartment to carefully pry the pin out.



3. To remove the air filter, insert a tool between the air filter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle. Then, push in to flatten the pin holding the air filter in place. Gently remove the air filter and any loose debris that may be inside the air filter compartment.
4. Insert the new air filter by pushing until you hear a click. Then, reinstall the push pin and snap the cover into place.