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- Pull the latch on the left side of the glovebox to open.
2020-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Cabin Air Filter Replacement
This guide demonstrates how to replace the cabin air filter in your 2020-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Changing a cabin air filter is a super simple and fast repair! All you need is the new air filter and in a few minutes it'll be installed in your car.
A CAF18867P filter was used for this guide and is compatible with a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe. Be sure to confirm that the filter matches your specific model year before installation.
Check your air filter every 10,000 miles, or sooner if you frequently drive in dusty or debris-filled conditions.
Tip: Since the cabin air filter is located below the passenger-side footwell, work in a well-lit area or perform this step during daylight for better visibility.
Tools (1)
- Cabin Air Filter for 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe buy ↗
Step-by-step instructions
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- Using your fingers, pull on the latch on the right side of the glove box to detach it.
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- Use two fingers to turn the stopper on the inside right of the glove box counterclockwise.
- The stopper should pop right out.
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- Release the stopper on the inner left side of the glove box.
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- Lower the glovebox down to reveal the cabin air filter compartment.
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- Press down on the latches below the arrows on both sides of the compartment door to open it.
- Pull out the air filter.
- Note which way the arrows on the filter are pointing.
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- Check which way the arrows should point when placing the new filter.
- They typically point down with the direction of the airflow, but may point up depending on the filter and your car.
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- Slide the air filter back into the compartment.
- Shut the glove compartment door.
- You have now changed the air filter!
Conclusion
To close your glove box, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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