How To: 2020 Subaru Crosstrek - Replace Cabin Air Filter

I show the steps to replace the cabin air filter in a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek.

✅Please Note:

The Subaru cabin air filter with its "UP" marking with an arrow pointing upward isn't always present on an aftermarket cabin air filter.

It's important to get the filter installed so that the air flows through the filter from the top side to the bottom side of the filter. The blower motor is located below the filter and it is pulling air through the filter from the top side of the filter to the bottom side. The "dirty" side of the cabin air filter will be on the top side of this vehicle's cabin air filter.

If you purchase a non Subaru cabin air filter and it states the airflow is in a particular direction with an arrow for the airflow or just an arrow with no label "UP" or "Airflow", make sure that points downward. If the filter is marked like the Subaru filter with an arrow and the word "UP" make sure the arrow points in the upward direction.

⏲ Video Chapters ⏲

00:00 - Intro
00:26 - Overview
01:06 - Replace Cabin Air Filter
06:08 - Final Thoughts

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[RetroCarGuy]

The Subaru cabin air filter with its "UP" marking with an arrow pointing upward isn't always present on an aftermarket cabin air filter.

It's important to get the filter installed so that the air flows through the filter from the top side to the bottom side of the filter. The blower motor is located below the filter and it is pulling air through the filter from the top side of the filter to the bottom side. The "dirty" side of the cabin air filter will be on the top side of this vehicle's cabin air filter.

If you purchase a non Subaru cabin air filter and it states the airflow is in a particular direction with an arrow for the airflow or just an arrow with no label "UP" or "Airflow", make sure that points downward. If the filter is marked like the Subaru filter with an arrow and the word "UP" make sure the arrow points in the upward direction.

[Jzio]

My girlfriend got quoted $200 at her local dealer to have the cabin filter and air filter done. Ordered the parts watched your video and did it my self. Saved a ton thanks for the video!

[PumaExplorer]

This was a great demonstration video. It was easy to follow for someone that doesn’t necessarily know what they are doing to follow along. Thank you

[jmphotog]

Very nicely done video. Anyone can do this with these great directions. Nicely lit and has great angles. This coming from a professional photographer. Thanks!

[dianahayle]

Thanks so much for this! Bought the part today at Subaru when getting my oil changed and your instructional video was super easy to follow! Much appreciated sir!!

[analynn]

Very nice video, thank you! I hope you are showing your daughter how to do these maintenance things so one day, when you are not around, she will feel confident in doing them herself. 💪🏼

[EmeraldIIIGaming]

Thank you for the tutorial! I don’t have anyone to teach me how to fix up my car and this is the first step in doing so! Really quick and easy, thank you so much! Gunna try an oil change next.

[keithw]

Great demonstration. It took about 2-3 minutes to get it done.

[billinsacramento]

BEST explanation and video on replacing crosstalk canon air filter !

[nomadmav]

Quick, easy, to the point. Really appreciate it sir!

[Pikoroju]

great video! dealship said 100 for cabin and engine... seems ridiculous so thank you for this!

[sarahcampagna]

Thanks! I just bought a 2021 that belonged to a smoker. I'm hoping this change will help clean up the smell!

[Ms.Haleyy]

Thanks! That was much easier & quicker than I thought it would be!

[porlando]

Super helpful video! Thank you so much!

[yzosqiw]

amazing detailed video! Get it done for my 2021 crosstrek! I am not a handy person but this video is so easy to follow🎉

[stevemalek]

Thank you! I just changed my air filter thanks to this video!

[alexandersemeniuk]

Awesom video, simple and clear. Thank you.

[rnadna]

Thank you for your video. Really easy to understand and throrough! Good job!

[PANOPTIC-VIDS]

Every car is somewhat different depending on where the blower is located. In my car airflow arrow faces down ✌️

[rev.dennisp.sepulveda]

I have a 2017 Forester. When I get out from under the snow I’ll see how similar the process is and let you know.