2011 Chevrolet Aveo Cabin Air Filter or Pollen Filter Replacement

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• Replacing the cabin filter (or pollen filter) on a 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is a task I have performed several times, usually every 2 services, about 30,000 km. The manufacturer recommends every 15,000 km, but if you do not drive in excessively dusty environments, it is not necessary every 15,000 km.
• You will find that some manufacturers include an instruction sheet for its replacement; unfortunately, not everyone does, but you can find some videos on YouTube.
• I made this video a few years ago.

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• Filter model used, and the step-by-step manufacturer's instructions.

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• 1. Empty the glove box.
• 2. Disengage it by using a small pry tool or applying pressure to the sides.
• 3. Once disengaged from the sides, you can pull it to unhook it from the bottom where it is snapped in.

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• The instructions indicate to pry open the filter cover by unhooking it from the bottom and then from the sides; we will pull it downward to remove it.
• As you can see, the space without disassembling the front bar is minimal.

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• Unscrew the 4 screws to remove the front bar holding the glove box open switch; this will provide a slightly larger space.

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• We haven't gained much space by removing the bar in step 5, but it makes the task a little easier; if you haven't already removed the filter cover, remove it now.

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• We see the cover on the exterior and observe the condition of the filter; it already looks dirty from the outside.

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• By pulling and turning it to the right, you can slowly extract it; the filter usually has notches or cuts that allow it to turn a little, it will not break.
• Comparison between the removed part and its replacement.

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• As we can see, the new one indicates its position, using arrows to mark the direction in which the airflow should circulate.

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• If you are unsure about the direction of the airflow, note that the blower is on the right, so the air flows toward the left.
• If it is still not clear, start the vehicle and turn on the cooling fan; by placing your fingers slightly into the opening, you will feel which way the air is flowing.

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• For the insertion of the new filter, if you look closely, you will see it has cuts every 3 or 4 cm to allow us to fold it without damaging it.

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• By pulling on the front plastic bar, we can bend it slightly to insert the filter into its slot more easily.
• Once the filter is fully inserted, we can see that this model has a kind of handle in the center; not all of them have it.

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• With the filter fully inserted, replace the cover by snapping it in first at the top, then the center, and finally at the bottom.

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• We do not guarantee that it sits correctly.
• We can reinsert the central metal reinforcement bar with its 4 screws.

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• Replace and tighten the 4 front screws, left and right sides.

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• We will fit the glove box, first from the bottom and then from the two side parts, and test that it opens and closes correctly.
• END of Guide.