DIY: Volvo 850 Cabin Filter Replacement
Difficulty Level
Tools/Supplies Needed:
• T25 screwdriver• new replacement cabin filter
• vacuum cleaner
Procedure:
• open the hood• locate the filter on the passenger side of the vehicle under the plastic cowl
• remove the three T25 torx screws along the front of the cowl
• once they are removed, pull straight up, and you will be able to see the cabin filter under the cowl
• pull the cabin filter tab upwards and side forward
• now remove the cabin filter out to the side of the cowl
• vacuum any debris if present in the cabin filter cavity
• reinstall new filter in reverse
Video tutorial on how to replace the cabin filter on a Volvo. This applies to both the sedans and wagons. This can be done in the comforts of your own driveway without many tools or an extensive amount of work being done. The filter is located underneath the front cowl on the passenger side of the vehicle. There are also two types of cabin filters, so before you purchase a new filter, determine which type your vehicle requires. This particular tutorial was done on a 1996 Volvo 850.