Replacing the cabin filter Lada Vesta

Cabin filter Lada Vesta is an important element of the car's climate system, which cleans the air entering the cabin from various suspended particles and dust. The timely replacement of this element is, first of all, taking care of your health and the normal well-being of people in the car. The process of changing the filter element requires a minimum amount of time, but many car owners put off this simple procedure until the end.

What parameters indicate the contamination of the cabin filter

The original Lada Vesta filter or its high-quality analogue purifies the air for about 20 kilometers of a car's run. Durability depends on predominantly busy roads.

When operating a car exclusively in urban conditions, the filter resource can be enough for 30 t.km, according to the manufacturer. But if you often travel on country and dirt roads, the filter becomes dirty much faster.

Therefore, filter replacement cannot be performed depending on the vehicle's mileage. Of course, you can change the cabin filter during scheduled maintenance, but you also need to know exactly what signs indicate that the filter is already clogged and needs to be changed:

• The intensity of the air flow is noticeably reduced when the recirculation mode or interior heating is turned on. If the filter is clogged, the process of warming up or cooling down the passenger compartment takes much longer. This is due to the fact that the volume of air entering the heater or air conditioner is not correct.
• A decrease in the volume of air supplied to the passenger compartment and a decrease in the intensity of ventilation cause fogging of the inner surface of the windows.
• Dust accumulates on the front panel and front windows.
• Strange unpleasant odors and dampness begin to be felt in the cabin.

If you begin to notice at least one of the above signs of filter clogging, and especially the smell in the cabin, do not rush to replace it. Otherwise, external dust, rubber microparticles, brake pads, clutch disc, exhaust gases and other harmful substances and microorganisms will get into the car interior. All these suspended particles can be freely inhaled by people, which will lead to poor health and even diseases.

Where is the cabin filter located in a Lada Vesta car

The filter element is installed, like most other car models, in the cabin on the passenger side.

The case is located under the instrument panel, so replacing it will require a little work and tinkering. But despite the apparent complexity, even a beginner with minimal skills in working with the tool will cope with this work.

Cabin filter selection options

During factory assembly, filter elements are installed on Lada Vesta cars, the catalog number of which is Renault 272773016R.

The product has a conventional paper filter element, which effectively copes with air purification. But at the same time there is a nuance: this filter is absolutely identical to the product of the German manufacturers Mann CU22011. Their performance characteristics are completely the same, so you can purchase any of these options.

For better and more intensive cleaning of the air entering the cabin, a carbon filter can be installed. Such elements not only purify the air from dust, but also disinfect it. True, this effect will significantly decrease, or even completely disappear after a run of 4 ... 5 thousand km, and will start working like a regular paper dust filter.

The price-quality ratio of such filters is remarkable, a carbon element costs almost twice as much, so each owner chooses his own manufacturer.

There are several models of filters that are ideal for Lada Vesta in all respects:

• FranceCar FCR21F090.
• Fortech FS146.
• AMD AMDFC738C.
• Bosch 1987 435 011.
• LYNXauto LAC1925.
• AICO AC0203C.

Self-replacement of the filter on a Lada Vesta car

To replace the filter element, you will need to purchase a new original filter with part number 272773016R or its equivalent.

In addition, for work you will need a certain set of tools, which includes:

• Phillips and flat screwdrivers of medium size;
• key TORX T-20;
• car vacuum cleaner for cleaning dust;
• rag

Dismantling the lining and removing the filter on the Lada Vesta

Replacing the filter involves dismantling the various parts of the inner lining, which are removed in a certain sequence.

1. Using the key, the screw fixing the tunnel part of the floor is unscrewed.
2. 3 fixing elements are pressed and the tunnel lining is removed. This detail is best left aside. So that it does not interfere with other activities.
3. Remove the wiper cap. To do this, click on the two available latches and display the polymer panel on the right.
4. Take out the filter element.
5. With the help of a vacuum cleaner and rags, it is necessary to clean the seat of dust.

You can do without removing the glove compartment.

Installing a new filter element

To install the filter, work in reverse order. Note that the filter seat is slightly smaller.

When installing a new module, it should be slightly deformed diagonally. Do not be afraid to damage the filter, after installation it will return to its original shape. This ensures a perfect fit of the product to the body and reduces the penetration of dust inside.

After installing the filter, install the removed parts in reverse order.

Important! When installing the cleaner, pay attention to the arrow. You must look at the back of the car.

How often is it recommended to change the filter

The ideal option is to replace the filter element twice a year. The first time it is better to do this before the start of the summer season of car operation, the second time - before the start of winter.

For movement in the hot season, a carbon filter is better, since various bacteria and allergens are more common in summer, and in winter it will be enough to put a regular paper filter.

How much can you save when replacing yourself with Lada Vesta

The average cost of replacing a filter element in service centers is about 450 rubles. This price does not include the purchase of a new filter.

Considering that replacing a filter with a Lada Vesta is an operation that is carried out at regular intervals, you can do this work yourself and save at least 900 rubles a year and the time spent on a trip to a service center.

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The procedure for replacing the filter is quite simple, this work belongs to those that are done by hand. This operation is available even for beginners and requires no more than 15 minutes of your time. To purchase quality parts, it is better to contact specialized outlets where official representatives work.