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2009-2015 Toyota Prius Cabin Air Filter Replacement

This guide will show you how to replace the...

iFixit Library 2009-2015 Toyota Prius Easy 15 - 20 minutes Guide 157726

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Guide overview

Before you begin

This guide will show you how to replace the cabin air filter in a 2010-2015 (Gen 3) Toyota Prius. The filter should be replaced every 15,000 to 30,000 miles.If a cabin air filter is not replaced regularly it begins to clog with dirt and debris which can lead to a poor HVAC system, unpleasant odors, poor cabin air quality, and loss in window defogging performance.

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Press the button to open the glove box.

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Pull hook away from glove box that's located on the right side, near the passenger door.

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On the opposite side of the glove box, apply pressure and pull it towards you to unlatch the left side.

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Hold both sides of the glove box.
Push the sides in and lift the glove box up while pulling towards you, to remove the glove box from its compartment.

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Push in the tab on the right side of the filter cover while pulling it towards you.

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Remove the old air filter by lifting it up slightly and pulling it towards you.

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Insert the new cabin air filter by aligning it with the empty space and sliding in.
Make sure the arrow on the cabin air filter is pointing in the up direction.

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Insert the left side of the cover back into its slot.
Push the right side of the cover back into its clip to secure it.

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Align the hooks on the glove box with the square holes located at the bottom of the dash.
Push the glove box back into the compartment until the sides click into place.

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Reinstall the hook on the right side of the glove box by pushing it back over the grey tabs.