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Your Chevy is a fun vehicle to drive, and you can make sure that it stays enjoyable by regularly having the cabin air filter replaced. Libertyville Chevrolet, serving Grayslake and Mundelein, carries OEM GM cabin air filters in our well-stocked parts store. We also have a service department staffed by expert technicians who will be glad to remove the old filter for you and replace it with one of the new quality filters we carry.
Technically, a cabin air filter isn’t strictly necessary for your vehicle to be able to drive. But if you were to go without one, you’d quickly find that your drive would be pretty unbearable. That’s because the cabin air filter keeps all kinds of nasty things out of your vehicle’s cabin including:
Without the cabin air filter, all of these contaminants would get into your vehicle’s passenger area as you drive down the road.
Over time, debris in your cabin air filter will begin to build up, clogging the filter. When it’s clogged, the HVAC system won’t work as well as it should. The system will have to work harder, but the airflow itself may be weaker, causing your car’s interior to feel stuffy. This can also reduce your heaters ability to warm your car, as well as reduce your A/C’s effectiveness. Changing the cabin air filter usually clears these problems right up, allowing your cabin to be comfortable once more.
Officially, changing the cabin air filter is part of the Chevrolet 15,000-mile service. But that’s only for optimal use and doesn’t necessarily consider factors like regularly driving on dirt roads or in heavy traffic. You may need to have it changed more frequently than every 15,000 miles. If you notice a decrease in HVAC performance or if your car’s interior smells musty or funky, it may be a sign that you should have the filter changed early.
If you’d like to change the cabin air filter yourself, you’ll find that we have a selection of GM OEM filters that are designed to fit your Chevy perfectly in our parts department. If you’d rather leave it to the pros, schedule your appointment with our online service scheduling form! While you’re waiting for this quick service to be performed, be sure to enjoy our comfortable waiting area, complete with complimentary beverages, fresh-baked cookies, and even a quiet room!
