I need to change my cabin filter.
08-09-2009, 04:45 PM
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My Ride: 05' 545i Sport Sapphire Black
I change my own oil, so how difficult is it to change the "cabin filter". Is it expensive at the stealership?
08-09-2009, 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by smoak' post='970465' date='Aug 9 2009, 08:45 PM
I change my own oil, so how difficult is it to change the "cabin filter". Is it expensive at the stealership?
08-09-2009, 04:55 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i, 6-speed Manual, Silver Grey Metallic, Grey Dakota Leather, Cold Weather Pkg, Premium Sound Pkg, Sport Pkg, Lumbar Support
It's very simple. There are two filters under the hood, on top of the firewall, next to the bottom of windshield. Should be able to search the internet for cabin filters. I got the activated charcoal type at Amazon.com for $30. The brand is TYC. Merchant is Quality Plus Auto Parts. SKU is A8028C.
Then you can update the iDrive, reset the service indicator, using the procedure published on this board.
Then you can update the iDrive, reset the service indicator, using the procedure published on this board.
08-11-2009, 04:16 PM
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Went to the local auto store and paid $71 and i get home and they are the wrong size! So I ordered some online for $49 shipped!
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My Ride: 2006 525XI, Jet black on Dakota beige. Premium and winter packages. I consider myself a purist and intend to keep my car absolutely stock and shiny.
2008 328I Convertible, Sapphire black on beige interior. Premium package, NAV, iPod adapter.
Retired: 2002 325I, Titanium silver on black leather. Premium package. Absolutely stock and proud of it.
Should these be replaced more often than what the iDrive recommends. What's a good interval between changes?