Every summer a lot of people suffer from a smelly car air conditioner. This is usually caused by an old cabin air filter. Below is a step by step guide to replacing the filter of your 2007-2013 BMW X5 E70 yourself. Save your time and money instead of making an appointment with the dealership!

Strumenti necessari

  • Klein Tools 630-1/2 1/2-Inch Cushion-Grip Hollow-Shank Nut Driver with 3-Inch Shank

Procedura

Passo 1

  • Pop and lift the hood by pulling the release lever below the driver’s seat.
  • The plastic filter cover is located on the upper left corner of the engine bay.

Passo 2

  • There are four plastic screws on the air filter cover.
  • Twist each of the plastic screws with the half inch screw driver a quarter turn counter-clockwise。
  • Mind the plastic hood support while removing the plastic cover toward the right hand side.

Passo 3

  • Once plastic cover has been removed, cabin air filter cover will be exposed.
  • There are three 1/2" plastic bolts.
  • Unscrew each plastic bolt by turning a quarter turn counter clockwise.

Passo 4

  • Remove the electronic plastic connector before removing air filter cover.
  • Remove the air filter cover from the vehicle.

Passo 5

  • Once the filter cover has been removed two air cabin filters will be exposed.
  • Locate the plastic clips on each end of the filter holder
  • Depress the clips using your thumbs to remove the air filter.

Passo 6

  • Pay attention to Air Flow indicator arrows when reinstalling the filters.
  • Clip the filters back into place one side at a time.
  • Repeat the process for the second filter.

Passo 7

  • Reinstall the filter cover.
  • Re-connect the plastic electronic plug.

Passo 8

  • Re-install the plastic cover.
  • Mind the hydraulic lift for the hood while re-installing plastic cover.
  • Clean dust off the cover for good measure.

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