Replacing the cabin filter on a VAZ 2110

Changing the cabin filter on a VAZ-2110 with your own hands

A cabin filter is found in almost every modern car. The VAZ-2110 is no exception. Another name for this filter element is a stove or heater filter. Some car enthusiasts not only do not change cabin filters, but do not even know where it is located. This is a fundamentally wrong approach, since air enters the cabin through this device.

Location of the cabin filter on the VAZ-2110

On a car, the cabin filter is located under the windshield on the passenger side.

The cabin filter is hidden under this decorative grille.

On models produced since 2003, this element is located horizontally, but before 2003 it was located vertically. At the same time, these consumables are not interchangeable, so when purchasing, be sure to specify which filter is needed.

In order to find this element on the car, you should carry out the following manipulations:

Open the hood.
Find the protective grille on the passenger side.
This is where this filter element is located.

What is a cabin filter for?

Owners of VAZ classics have different attitudes to such issues: some believe that the absence of this element does not cause any harm to health, because drivers drove cars before it appeared, others treat their health more responsibly and try to install a filter on the car without providing for its presence. One way or another, most drivers consider such a filter element to be an analogue of an oxygen mask, allowing them to protect both the driver and passengers of the vehicle from fine particles. It’s not worth talking about people suffering from allergies (for example, to pollen) - with the onset of warm weather, for this category of citizens, staying in a car that is not equipped with a cabin filter turns out to be a real disaster.

The design of a modern filter element includes several layers, each of which is designed to retain polluting particles of a certain size. The highest quality ones have a layer containing particles of activated carbon, which makes them a reliable means of protection against unpleasant odors. That is, they work at the molecular level, preventing the penetration into the cabin of even those particles that the human sense of smell is not able to sense. But having a cabin filter is not a panacea that will protect you everywhere and always.

Over time, the filter element becomes saturated with the particles it is supposed to retain, resulting in a deterioration in its air permeability. This affects:

efficiency of purification of air coming from outside;
a decrease in the amount of oxygen in the cabin, which causes a decrease in driver concentration (proven fact);
an increase in moisture content in the air, leading to fogging of windows.

That is why it is so important to monitor the condition of the filter element and, if it is heavily soiled, replace it. Unfortunately, the reality is that this filter clogs quite quickly. In any case, the manufacturer’s stated regulated 15 thousand kilometers between replacements is a clearly overestimated period. If you really value your health, this operation should be performed approximately twice as often, since the cost of the filter element is low, and the replacement itself can be performed quite quickly.

Remember that a clogged filter causes a noticeable decrease in the efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems (if the latter is present) and even affects the operation of the power unit, causing it to work with increased load. And this clearly does not contribute to the longevity of the engine and the entire car as a whole.

How to determine if the filter needs replacing

Dust flying out of the air ducts indicates the terrible condition of the cabin filter.

The cabin filter needs to be changed periodically. If, when purchasing a car, it is not known when the previous owner changed the filter, it is better to replace it immediately, since it is inexpensive. If you don’t want to spend even a little money, you can make a list when replacement is necessary:

If the air inside the car has acquired a damp smell.
Along with the air, a large amount of dust begins to fly out of the ventilation holes.
The filter membrane has become dirty, which is immediately noticeable by its grayness.

Car manufacturers recommend replacing this element based on the total mileage. For the city, this figure is equal to 10–15 thousand mileage, for rural areas – up to 25 thousand.

How is the replacement carried out?

Replacing the cabin filter in a VAZ 2110

Removing the air supply grille and filter

Replacing the cabin filter of a VAZ 2110

The first step is to prepare the tool. To carry out work on replacing the cabin filter in a VAZ 2110 car, you must:

Remove the air intake grille of the interior ventilation system.

Note: This process is not entirely simple, and therefore we have to describe it from the very beginning.

Before starting work on dismantling the air intake grille, it is necessary to prepare the car for this procedure.
The car needs to be washed and this procedure done efficiently. Each external part is thoroughly washed. Don't forget about the bottom. Since subsequent work will take place under the hood, the engine compartment will have to be washed.

Note: The engine compartment must be washed carefully. Avoid getting water on the pads, sensors and actuators of the fuel injection system. The starter and generator should not be exposed to water pressure. Before you start washing the engine compartment, you must remove the negative terminal from the battery. After the washing process, each part is blown with a stream of air until there are no visible streaks of water on it.

VAZ 2110 replacing the cabin filter

Washing under the hood is carried out manually. For these purposes, you need to use a clean cloth, warm water (to make your hands feel good) and a certain amount of cleaning product. Places where the accumulation of dirt is too large - wheel arches and the underbody - should be washed using an automatic car wash with strong water pressure. The drying process is mandatory for every centimeter of the car.

Types of filters

Carbon filter.

Cabin filters come in simple and carbon types. Currently, it is not recommended to install simple filters that do not contain carbon, as it absorbs unpleasant odors. As for the choice, it is quite wide. The main thing is not to forget to mention in the store what kind of filter is needed. Cars before 2003 need one filter, and cars after 2003 need another.

Articles

The most popular elements are those with the following article number:

21110-8122021-83. This modification is suitable for VAZ-2110 after 2003 release.
NF-6001c "Nevsky Filter". This filter can be installed on cars up to 2003.

Air filter replacement work

So, before posting the video, I wanted to say a few words about the work itself. Below will be listed all the actions that will need to be performed in order to get to the cabin filter and safely replace it with a new one.

Unscrew the nuts securing the wiper arms and remove them.
Unscrew the screws securing the insulation from the frill.
Unscrew all the fastening bolts and two nuts of the plastic cover (jabot) and remove it, or rather, simply move it to the side.
Remove the old filter through the hole on the right side of the car.
Clean everything inside, as well as the water drain hole inside.
Install the new filter in reverse order.

Video on replacing a VAZ 2110-2112

In addition to replacing the replacement element, it is recommended to clean the stove fan itself, because When working, dry leaves, branches and other debris get into its blades. Over time, the motor operates under significant load, which reduces its service life.

If you have any questions while watching the video, you can ask them in the comments to the article below. As for the price of a new VAZ 2110 cabin filter, it can vary from 150 to 350 rubles, depending on the type of material and manufacturer.

Please note that in addition to standard options, there are other types of replacement filters. Special adapters are common not only in cars of the Samara generation, but also in cars of the 10th family line. Replacing the filter with such adapters is simplified to a minimum. Remember that timely replacement of the cabin filter element not only extends its service life, but also makes your stay in the car interior as comfortable as possible when driving in dust.

Removing the cabin filter on a VAZ-2110

To replace the filter, do the following:

First you need to remove the windshield wipers. To do this, you need to unscrew a nut on each device. After this, you need to pull the wipers up and remove first one, then the second.

We turn off the wipers with a key of 10.

The next step is to remove the decorative caps that cover the screws of the wind decorative grille.

Remove the plugs and unscrew the 4 Phillips screws.

First you need to unscrew all the screws of the grille, then unscrew the two nuts securing the grille at the bottom.

We unscrew the screws securing the heat and sound insulation.

After all the manipulations associated with unscrewing, you need to remove the wind grill.

Having removed the trim, we see the cabin filter under the grille.

After this procedure, you will see a filter, but this will only happen if your car was manufactured after 2003. If the filter is visible, you need to unscrew all the screws holding the cover and remove it. After this, all that remains is to install the new part.

Here he is, all dirty and covered in dust.

How to replace a new cabin filter

Many car enthusiasts consider the new version of the air filter not very successful. The creators did not fully think through the modification, as a result of which the filter itself must be protected from dirt and moisture. But after self-improvement, you can get rid of this shortcoming.

To replace the new 2110 cabin filter, you will need to put in more effort than to replace the old one. After dismantling the frill, you must also unscrew 4 screws using a Phillips screwdriver. The next step is to remove the cover itself, and only then can you get to the filter itself. There are no problems when removing the filter, but you should be very careful when installing a new filter, since the direction of air movement must be taken into account. The filter packaging shows the direction of air flow.

Features of the “vertical arrangement”

If after removing the wind grille you do not see the filter, do not be upset. This means that it is vertical and can only be found by touch.

In older models, the filter is located deeper in the housing, but can be easily reached by hand.

Before installing a new filter element, you need to make sure that there is no dirt at its location. Any debris found there should be removed immediately. If you have an old vacuum cleaner, it is ideal for this procedure.

If you do not clean the location of the element, then dirt will immediately fall on the new part, which will make the entire procedure practically useless.

Installing a new part

Before installing a new filter, wipe the housing from dust!

The new part is simply placed in place of the old one.

In this case, you need to make sure that there is no moisture at the installation site. Installation of the wind grill occurs in the reverse order.

We insert a perfectly clean new filter into place.

Installation

It all depends on what cabin filter your VAZ 2110 is adapted for. If the car is old enough, then the element here will need an old model. If the “ten” was released in 2003 and later, then you have a new model of an air purifier in the cabin. Accordingly, the replacement procedure is slightly different.

Old style

Remove the frill.
Five self-tapping screws and 2 nuts are used for fixation.
Remove them with a flat-head screwdriver, pry the latch, which will allow you to move the frill.
Now look at your filter. Is it vertical? Great. Then turn it towards you to remove it.
Before installing a new element, be sure to clean the compartment using a vacuum cleaner.

Since you have already removed it, experts recommend slightly modifying the interior. The process takes literally a few minutes, but it is beneficial.

Mark with a marker where the filter is positioned relative to the casing.
Make a hole in the casing through which the filter can fit.
Again, make an overlay on the casing and place it on two self-tapping screws.
Subsequent replacements can be made by simply removing the cover plate from the screws. Therefore, it will take you literally 5 minutes to change the filter.

New sample

New model
In fact, replacing the cabin filter in an old-style VAZ 2110 is not very different from the new one, but there are some nuances.

The car owners themselves consider the new type of filter to be unsuccessful when compared with the old one.
The filter protects the interior from dust, but at the same time it itself needs protection from moisture and, most interestingly, pollution.
Removal includes dismantling the frill, unscrewing 4 screws, removing the cover and dismantling the filter itself.
When installing a new element, make sure that the air direction matches the designation on the filter label.
In order not to suffer with such a frill and its disassembly, take an analogue from the Priora model. It's easier to work with him. Especially if you plan to keep your VAZ 2110 for a long time.