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THE FORGOTTEN FILTER
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ne filter that is often overlooked, and fairly easy to change on the majority of cars, is the Cabin Air Filter (quite often referred to as the Pollen Filter). On the MG ZR and ZS the filter is located behind the glovebox. Below is the sequence for changing it on an MG ZR without air-conditioning. Failure to replace the filter on a regular basis (MG Rover recommended every two years) can lead to a number of issues including, an unpleasant and musty smell, less effective heating or cooling, increased fan noise or condensation/foggy windows. To replace the cabin filter on a MG ZR first locate the two 8mm bolts under the glovebox holding it in place and remove both (1). Next remove the glovebox by opening it. You should then be able to lift it away exposing a support bar (2). The filter housing is located behind the support bar. Remove the two 7mm bolts holding the support bar in place (3). Unclip the filter housing cover to expose the cabin filter (4) and slide the old cabin filter out. At this stage I normally turn the air blower on full to clear the bits out of the housing – be prepared to get the vacuum out to clear up the bits off the carpet. With the housing clear, insert the new filter in position, making sure it is the right way round (5). Clip the housing cover back in place, and reassemble.
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