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#1 of 5 2006 Impala-changing air filter and cabin air filter by steve333 Oct 27, 2007 (7:40 pm)
Does anyone know how to change the air filter and cabin air filter on a 2006 Impala with the 3.5L V6 engine? I want to change both on my mothers Impala due to smoke from the California fires but I can't seem to find any info or diagrams on how to di both. Replies to this message: quietpro (Oct 28, 2007 2:54 pm)
#2 of 5 Re: 2006 Impala-changing air filter and cabin air filter [steve333] by quietpro Oct 28, 2007 (2:54 pm)
Replying to: steve333 (Oct 27, 2007 7:40 pm) There is minimal explanation of the process in the owner's manual. The passenger compartment procedure is explained on page 3-23 and the engine air filter procedure is explained on page 5-22. When changing the engine air filter, it is usually easier to remove the large hose between the air box and the intake, at least it helped on my car (I have the 5.7L). Also, wear gloves because there are a lot of sharp edges that will quickly cut your fingers and hands while working with these components.   Be patient when you're putting this back together. Getting the air box back together can be a pain but eventually, you'll get the hang of it and it'll pop right into place. Again, it's much easier if you take the "extra" time and remove that air hose in the beginning.
#3 of 5 cabin filter by steve333 Oct 28, 2007 (8:10 pm)
Thanks for the info. Looks like the cabin filter will be a pain but I think i will try to do it if Chevy overcharges for the installation which Im sure they will. Replies to this message: quietpro (Oct 29, 2007 2:54 pm) steve333 (Oct 29, 2007 8:48 pm)
#4 of 5 Re: cabin filter [steve333] by quietpro Oct 29, 2007 (2:54 pm)
Replying to: steve333 (Oct 28, 2007 8:10 pm) I haven't changed the cabin filter on mine yet but assuming it isn't much different than the setup on my last car (a Monte Carlo), it wasn't all that hard. I think the key with it was stopping the windshield wipers in the up position. I think all you need is a standard screwdriver and again, a little patience to learn the "trick" to getting the pieces to snap into place. Unfortunately, you'll only replace them once or twice once you learn how to do it. Replies to this message: steve333 (Oct 29, 2007 8:48 pm)
#5 of 5 Re: cabin filter [quietpro] by steve333 Oct 29, 2007 (8:48 pm)
Replying to: quietpro (Oct 29, 2007 2:54 pm) I think its the same as the Monte. Have to clear away some weather stripping and unplug the washer hoses then unscrew a plate from what I understand. Much easier on the cobalt, just plop down the glove box door and there it is.

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