1
Remove the right dashboard panel
- Remove all contents in the glove box.
- Gently pry and pull out the dashboard panel located at the right side of the glove box.
2005-2009 Subaru Outback Cabin Air Filter Replacement
How to replace the A/C (pollen or cabin) filter on a 2005-2009 Subaru Outback
Tools (1)
- Phillips #2 Screwdriver buy ↗
Parts (1)
- Cabin Air Filter buy ↗
Step-by-step instructions
2
Remove the glove box
- Unscrew the screw that holds the pin on the right hinge of the glove box.
- Disconnect the damper (string) locate on the right side of the glove box.
- Push in the sides of the glove box to release the knock pins.
- Remove the glove box by disengaging the left hinge.
3
Remove the upper storage box
- Remove the 3 screws on the left side of the upper storage box.
- Pull out the upper storage box.
4
Remove bracket
- Remove the screws to take out the bracket from hole where the storage box was removed.
- Peel off Velcro tape attaching the insulator, and push up the insulator.
5
Remove & replace filter
- Press inward the four tabs on the filter housing and the filter tray out. You need to slide the tray below the upper storage support.
- Replace the filter. The air flow arrow on the filter must point down.
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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