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How to change pollen filter on BMW 3 Coupe (E36) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 318is, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 320i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 325i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 316i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) M3 3.0, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 328 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) M3 3.0, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 318 is, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 323i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) M3 3.2 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 318is, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 320i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 325i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 316i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) M3 3.0, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 328 i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) M3 3.0, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 318 is, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) 323i, BMW 3 Coupe (E36) M3 3.2 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for 3 Coupe (E36) and other BMW models
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Phillips screwdriver
Flat screwdriver
Clip removal tool
Replacement: pollen filter – BMW 3 Coupe (E36). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
- Replace the cabin filter at least once every six months, in early spring and autumn seasons.
- Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
- If the air flow into the cabin has sharply reduced, replace the filter before a scheduled maintenance.
- Please note: all work on the car – BMW 3 Coupe (E36) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Move the passenger seat fully backwards.Step 2
Open the glove box. - Step 3
Unscrew the glove box fastening screws. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 4
Remove the air vent. - Step 5
Unscrew the glove box fastening screws. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 6
Unplug the glove box light connector. - Step 7
Remove the glovebox.Replacement: pollen filter – BMW 3 Coupe (E36). Professionals recommend:Be careful to avoid damaging the glove compartment fasteners. - Step 8
Unplug the glove box light connector. - Step 9
Remove the fasteners of the air duct housing. Use a clip removal tool. - Step 10
Remove the air distribution housing assembly. - Step 11
Remove the bottom cover of the glove box. - Step 12
Remove the cabin filter housing cover. Use a Phillips screwdriver.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: pollen filter – BMW 3 Coupe (E36). To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force. - Step 13
Remove the cabin filter.Replacement: pollen filter – BMW 3 Coupe (E36). AUTODOC experts recommend:Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car. - Step 14
Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.Replacement: pollen filter – BMW 3 Coupe (E36). Tip:Check out the correct location of the filter element. Do not skew.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Attention! Use quality filters – BMW 3 Coupe (E36). - Step 15
Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place. Use a Phillips screwdriver.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: pollen filter – BMW 3 Coupe (E36). To avoid damaging the part during installation, do not use excessive force. - Step 16
Reinstall the air distribution housing assembly.
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