4 Irresistible Reasons to Regularly Replace Your Nissans Cabin Air Filter

November 19, 2020

Your cabin air filter is an essential part of your Nissans heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. But how often should you change your cabin air filter and why? Read on to find out what a cabin air filter does, when to change it, and four important benefits of changing your cabin air filter regularly.

What Does a Cabin Air Filter Do?

Your Nissan uses a number of different filters to work properly. One such filter is the HVAC system cabin air filter ‐ and it does just as its name suggests. The cabin air filter cleans the air entering your cars interior. The filter traps contaminants such as pollen, dust, soot, and other unpleasant outside materials before they can reach you.

However, your cabin air filter isn't meant to last forever. Over time the filter gets clogged with airborne contaminants as well as larger debris like insects and leaves. Many manufacturers recommend you replace the cabin air filter every 12,000 to 15,000 miles ‐ though it depends on how often you drive and where. Driving in industrial or urban areas where there is a lot of pollution or even in desert climates where there is a lot of dust often shortens your cabin air filters lifespan. Consult your owners manual for a more precise replacement schedule.

Fortunately, most cabin air filters are easy to replace. In many cases, the cabin air filter is located behind the glove box and can be removed by simply reaching under and grabbing it. Other times, the filter is harder to reach within the dashboard itself. When in doubt, have a Nissan Certified Technician replace the filter.

Benefits of Changing Your Cabin Air Filter

You may be surprised at how much better your driving experience becomes after installing a fresh cabin air filter. If its been more than a year since your last cabin air filter replacement ‐ or if you find yourself sneezing and wheezing in the drivers seat from allergies ‐ you may be due for a new cabin air filter. Here are four compelling reasons you should regularly replace your cabin air filter:

1. Reduced Allergies

For most people, spring and fall allergies are unpleasant enough on their own. Now imagine trying to drive while sneezing, coughing, and rubbing your eyes. So uncomfortable, right?! Your cabin air filter may be past due for replacement or, depending on the season, heavily clogged with pollen and other allergens. Swapping out the filter can help reduce the number of allergens that get inside your car. That way, you can focus on driving ‐ not reaching for the tissues.

2. Cleaner Air

Inhaling exhaust and other airborne toxins isn't a good idea, and air quality inside the vehicle can be up to 10x worse than the outside air! For cleaner air inside your car, you should regularly replace your cabin air filter, especially if you frequently find yourself driving in heavy traffic or areas with a lot of pollution. A new cabin air filter will help keep the air fresh inside your car and let you breathe more freely.

3. Better Fuel Efficiency

Your engine powers more than just your cars movement ‐ it also helps run the heating and cooling system. When your cabin air filter is clogged, your engine has to work harder just to manage airflow. That extra work for the engine means it can consume more fuel than necessary to operate normally. By replacing your cabin air filter, you help give your engine a break which has the power to potentially improve fuel efficiency.

4. Optimized Heating & Cooling

Imagine getting in your car on a hot summer day. You turn on the air to max A/C, only to have warm air blow in your face. This could partially be due to a clogged cabin air filter! A clogged cabin air filter means your heating and cooling vents might not perform as they should.

And its not just pollen and soot that clog your filters ‐ insects, twigs, leaves, and other small debris often end up blocking the flow of air through the filter. When that happens, you can end up with poor climate control and restricted airflow inside your car. A quick replacement of your cabin air filter should have your vents blowing plenty of fresh air in no time.

The Right Filter Replacement for Your Nissan

Is your Nissan in need of some cleaner air? Ensure your cabin air filter fits your Nissan model by ordering directly from Nissan Parts! We have the genuine Nissan parts you need for the driving experience you want. Standard Nissan cabin air filters, in particular, are precision engineered for long life to help improve passenger air quality. They're also:

• Made with electrostatically charged media and multiple particulate layers to help keep dust and pollen from entering the passenger compartment.
• Resistant to temperature extremes like high heat and humidity.

In addition to the above features, premium Nissan cabin air filters include a range of technologies. Order an OE cabin air filter today!