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May 1, 2018 | 09:01 AM

mafpolo

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Pollen/Cabin Filter Replacement

How difficult is it to replace the filter in my 2015 CD? Can somebody please tell me how. The car is new to me, so I do not know how. Replacing the cabin filter in my Lexus LS was easy.

May 1, 2018 | 09:34 AM

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Do I have to use the OEM Porsche filter? I have seen filters available from Mann, as well as another with the same part number. Also found one made by Ecoguard (same part #) that has activated carbon with it. I am sure that Porsche does not make this filter. Mann claims they are an OEM supplier of cabin filters to Porsche.

May 1, 2018 | 10:26 AM

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These threads should cover it.
Thread 1
Thread 2

Filter 1

Filter 2

Last edited by ArabianKnight; May 1, 2018 at 10:28 AM. Reason: added filters

May 1, 2018 | 10:35 AM

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It is super easy and I'd get whatever filter will fit. The Touareg uses the same filter and I've been putting Mann filters in as I get them from IDParts.com.

I've seen threads from the super cheap guys over on ClubTouareg that have taken a home gas furnace filter, cut it to size, and have stuffed it into the filter-space and report good results but for the relatively cheap cost and having to only replace it once a year, I'll just buy them online.

it is just getting under the passenger footwell. Taking off a panel, then the air duct that just pulls/pops off, then opening the door and pulling the filter out.

May 1, 2018 | 12:21 PM

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The below video is a great resource on changing your cabin filter. It is not hard to change, but you are in a very awkward position when you have to lay on your back to look up and remove the old filter. I used an old pillow for a cushion to prevent my back from being scratched by the seat rails. If you are very thin and flexible, you probably won't need the pillow. The airflow arrow on the filter should be pointed toward the engine when installing the new filter.

https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/2..._cabin/replace

May 3, 2018 | 09:25 AM

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I found this filter on Amazon, and it has activated charcoal in it. I filled in the Amazon fit check boxes, and ithe response was...."fits your vehicle." Anybody used this, and is this worth a try?

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May 3, 2018 | 11:26 AM

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I found this filter on Amazon, and it has activated charcoal in it. I filled in the Amazon fit check boxes, and ithe response was...."fits your vehicle." Anybody used this, and is this worth a try?

https://www.amazon.com/ECOGARD-XC357...ype=automotive

Thanks for all of the help

That should work fine. The primary purpose of the cabin filter is to keep pollen and dust from accumulating on the evaporator coil in the HVAC. That coil is wet when working, and the dust will form a mud that eventually causes corrosion and leaking of the R134A. A secondary reason - more or less just comes with the territory is - it lessens the amount of pollen and dust in the cabin of the vehicle. The activated charcoal will serve to lessen smells being sucked in from the outside. Not critical, but nice enough to have.

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May 3, 2018 | 08:59 PM

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That is Why I Asked

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It’s REAL easy.....take it to the dealer and say “please replace the cabin filter”. Done! (Remember, you inquired about the difficulty, not the cost.)

The reason I asked is to skip the dealer. I don't need the dealer to install at $95.00 per hour

May 3, 2018 | 09:14 PM

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The reason I asked is to skip the dealer. I don't need the dealer to install at $95.00 per hour

I knew that

May 3, 2018 | 10:52 PM

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Quote:

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The reason I asked is to skip the dealer. I don't need the dealer to install at $95.00 per hour

Where did you find a dealer at $95/hour? Ones in NJ seem to average around $120/hour now (cheaper than a doctor, more expensive than a computer consultant..)

May 3, 2018 | 11:38 PM

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Although not the above brand, I used one with activated charcoal as well. As others have said, it's a pretty tight space to work with but if you're patient and methodical you should be able to change it yourself. I did mine recently so if you have any questions at any point during the install, shoot me a message and I can try to guide you.

May 5, 2018 | 06:42 AM

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I got mine replaced yesterday when I had my CTT at the dealer for it’s intermediate service interval (spark plugs, brake fluid flush, etc). The cabin filter was pretty dirty, it’s apparently pretty darn efficient and picks up a lot of stuff. And pollen season is upon us!