AC Systems & Components | Page 2 of 2

Your car's cabin air filter is responsible for filtering out dust, pollen, and other debris from the air that circulates inside the vehicle. If this filter becomes clogged, it can cause a number of problems, including decreased airflow and an unpleasant smell. In this blog post, we will discuss how to make your cabin air filter smell better using a few simple tips! Key Takeaway How Can I Make My Cabin Air Filter Smell Better? (Answered!) Open the glove box compartment and drop it down by squeezing it inwards. Locate the air filter. Pull out the old air filter. Clean it or replace it with a new one. Place an air freshener on top of the air filter. Reinstall the air filter. How Can I Make My Cabin Air Filter Smell Better? Did you know that there is a way to make your car smell nice without hanging any air fresheners on the rearview mirror or AC vents? I mean, if you are like me, you probably hate those stuff hanging and distracting you while you drive. Instead, try this cool trick that will make your cabin air filter smell better for up to three months. 1. Required materials Pin or paper clip Car air freshener New cabin air filter (optional) 2. Locate the cabin air filter The cabin air filter is located in the glovebox. The glovebox is located on the passenger side of the vehicle. The glovebox is below and to the right of the steering wheel. The cabin air filter is a rectangular, black box that is approximately six inches wide by four inches tall. The glovebox can be opened by pulling on the lever above it. Inside the glove box, there are several compartments - one compartment holds the owner's manual, one compartment holds a map book, and one compartment holds the cabin air filter. 3. Detach the hinges that hold the glove box door Most cars may have hinges on the bottom of the door that need to be released before it can be pulled out. You can either use a screwdriver to pop open the hinge clips or simply do it with your fingers. Once the clips are open, and the hinges are detached, the glove box compartment door will drop all the way down. At this point, you have access to remove the cabin air filter. 4. Pull out the cabin air filter On some vehicles, the cabin air filter will be secured in place with clips. If that is the case, pop up the clips in order to free the cabin air filter. Depending on how dirty your cabin air filter is, you can either wash it in warm water with baking soda, or you can simply replace it with a new one. That decision will be up to you. 5. Attach the air freshener to the cabin air filter Once you have cleaner or replaced the cabin air filter, it is time to attach the air freshener. Since there will be air going through the cabin air filter, it is best if you attach the air freshener in place so it doesn't move around. To do so, get a pin or a paper clip and pin the air freshener on multiple sides of the air freshener. Before reinstalling the cabin air filter, make sure to check how secure the air freshener is by moving the cabin air filter up and down. 6. Adjust the intensity of the smell Some air fresheners can be too strong. But there is nothing to worry about. You can leave the air freshener in the bag if you wish to slowly disperse the smell. Or, another way I like to do is I simply cut the air freshener in half before installing it. I mean, whatever works for you. What I would suggest is to try it with a complete air freshener and then just see if the intensity of the smell is alright. Note: If you leave the air freshener in a bag it will last for about five months. If you open it, it will last for about good three months. 7. Reinstall the cabin air filter Reinstall the cabin air filter by placing it in the plastic frame and then slide it back into the glove box compartment. Don't forget to reattach the hinges of the glove box compartment door. Cabin air filters usually last for about 12 to 24 months while air fresheners only last for three to five months. Just be careful when you attach the pin or the paper clip so you don't damage the cabin air filter. At the end of this article, your cabin air filter should smell better! Can You Put Essential Oils On a Cabin Air Filter? Can you put essential oils on a cabin air filter? Yes. Putting essential oils on a cabin air filter can provide many benefits, such as improving air quality and reducing stress. However, keep in mind that it is best to use essential oils only during the summer months. In the winter months when the heat is on, it can actually damage their properties and make them less effective. Essential oils are best used when they are cold or at room temperature. When you first open the bottle of oil, you might smell a strong scent. This is because the oil is evaporating and the scent is stronger when it is in its pure form. However, as time goes on and the oil diffuses into the air, the scent will weaken. Some people like to put a few drops of oil on a tissue and place it near their vents, while others like to put a few drops of oil directly into their car's air filter. A good rule of thumb is to start with five drops and then increase or decrease the amount depending on how much aroma you want in the car. Too many drops could overpower the scent of the essential oil, while too few may not produce enough of an impact. There are many benefits of using essential oils on cabin air filters. Some of the reasons include: Essential oils can help to purify the air and remove harmful toxins. They can help to kill bacteria and viruses and neutralize any unpleasant odors. They can also help to improve your respiratory health and provide relief from congestion, allergies, and asthma. So if you want to breathe clean, healthy air while you're on your next vacation, be sure to add some essential oils to your cabin air filter! Can You Spray Febreeze On The Cabin Air Filter? Can you spray Febreeze on the cabin air filter? Yes, you can spray Febreeze on a cabin air filter. In fact, spraying Febreeze on a cabin air filter is a great way to keep the filter fresh and clean. Febreze is a great odor eliminator, so it will get rid of any bad smells that may be trapped in the filter. Plus, spraying Febreeze on a cabin air filter will help keep the filter free of dust and dirt. If your car has a built-in cabin air filter, you should definitely spray it with Febreeze every once in a while. And if your car doesn't have a built-in cabin air filter, you can buy one and install it yourself. Cabin air filters are a great way to keep the air in your car clean and fresh. So if you're looking for a way to keep your car's air clean and fresh, be sure to spray Febreeze on your cabin air filter. Febreeze is also good for getting rid of smoke smells or pet smells. If you have a smoker in the family or if you have pets, spraying Febreeze on the cabin air filter can help get rid of those smells. And since Febreeze is a deodorizer, it will also help get rid of any bad smells that may be in the car. How many sprays of Febreeze is enough can vary depending on the size of your cabin air filter and how often you plan to clean it. If you have a small cabin air filter, we recommend spraying it with Febreeze every time you vacuum it. If you have a large cabin air filter, we recommend spraying it with Febreeze every other time you vacuum it. However, if your cabin air filter is particularly dirty, we recommend spraying it with Febreeze twice before vacuuming it. Be sure to allow the Febreeze to dry completely before replacing the filter in your car. Can You Put Dryer Sheets In The Cabin Air Filter? Can you put dryer sheets in the cabin air filter? No. Dryer sheets are made of perfumes and chemicals that can be harmful to your health. The dryer sheets will also clog up the filter and make it harder for the air to circulate. The perfumes from the dryer sheets will also linger in the cabin and give you a headache-It is a better idea to use a fabric softener sheet instead of a dryer sheet when you are drying your clothes. Fabric softener sheets are made of safer ingredients and they will not clog up the filter. Plus, the perfume from the fabric softener sheet will not linger in the cabin. Dryer sheets are toxic to breathe in because they contain harmful chemicals like benzene and chloroform. These chemicals can cause respiratory problems, skin irritation, and even cancer. When you put a dryer sheet in the cabin air filter, the fumes from the sheet are released into the air and you breathe them in. This is why it's important to avoid using dryer sheets if you can help it. If you are looking for a way to make your car smell fresh, put a few drops of essential oil on a tissue and place it in the cupholder. The essential oil will give your car a nice scent without any harmful chemicals. There are better alternatives that will help keep your air clean and free of static. One alternative is to use a small amount of fabric softener on a cloth and wipe down the cabin air filter. If you do not have a fabric air softener available, you can also try using a mixture of one part vinegar to three parts water. Be sure to rinse the filter thoroughly after using any of these methods.