The cabin air filter of a modern car, including the Lada Kalina, plays an exceptional role in ensuring the health and well-being of both the driver and his companions. This filter element becomes especially relevant in dusty city streets and countryside. Its presence allows you to avoid the penetration of harmful substances and dust suspended in the outside air. A high-quality cabin filter in its unclogged state will allow passengers inside the cabin to enjoy a pleasant and clean atmosphere, but timely replacement of the cabin filter is required.
When designing the Lada Kalina model, the developers sought to ensure maximum convenience in terms of access to the element so that the cabin filter could be replaced, thanks to which even an inexperienced owner can do this on their own. In this article we will figure out where the filter is located, as well as how to change it correctly.
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In this case, the arrow on the filter label should point down, and the word “front” should point toward the front of the car.
In this case, the arrow on the filter label should point down, and the word “front” should point toward the front of the car.
In this case, the arrow on the filter label should point down, and the word “front” should point toward the front of the car.
Determining the malfunction
We pay attention to the nature of the symptoms that appear. If the filter is clogged or damaged, the Lada Kalina driver observes the manifestation of the following factors:
- the heating circuit fan motor begins to operate at increased volume;
- there is a deterioration in the quality of ventilation of the Lada Kalina interior, which is accompanied by foreign odors and heaviness of air;
- Interior panels and glazing areas accumulate condensation, causing fogging and poor visibility.
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When installing the right windshield trim, the two tabs of the trim must extend beyond the front fender flange.
When installing the right windshield trim, the two tabs of the trim must extend beyond the front fender flange.
When installing the right windshield trim, the two tabs of the trim must extend beyond the front fender flange.
How to replace the cabin filter of Lada Kalina - instructions with photos
Dismantling the old
Replacing the cabin filter begins with the work of removing the old filter. Before doing this, you should find out where the component will be placed. To do this, open the hood and find a compartment on the passenger side, which is closed by a grille made of plastic.
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Procedure.
- We dismantle the specified grille. To do this, we unscrew the screws, having previously removed the decorative plugs from the surfaces of their heads. To make removal easier, pry it off with a screwdriver.
- Unscrew the screws (use a wrench with an asterisk tip). Here, for ease of operation, you should “retract” the wipers of the Lada Kalina 2. To do this, turn on the ignition, then activate the windshield wipers and turn off the power at the moment when these elements take a vertical position.
- We dismantle the casing. To do this, unscrew the three screws, and then remove the protective component itself. To avoid damage to the structure, we proceed as follows: first, we lift that part of the casing that is located close to the wing, and then move it in the direction of the opposite wing.
- Acting with great care, with scant finger effort we bend the plastic retainer, after which we boldly remove the filter “to freedom”.
- Before installing a new component, we recommend treating the seat with a vacuum cleaner and a dry cloth.
A little more about digital notation
If you intend to buy a new cabin filter for Kalina-2, know that this part may be designated as follows:
- 11180-8122020-00, or 08 (there is a plastic frame);
- 11180-8122020-01, or 03;
- 11180-8122020-82 (produced by Lada Image CJSC), or 83 (coal, Lada Image CJSC).
The part itself may have an arrow designation. In this case, you need to remember: the arrow shows the direction of the air flow. She should look "down".
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The main thing that I would like to note here is that the filter inside the compartment must be installed tightly. That is, there should be no gaps at the edges. The frame, made of plastic, does its job well.
The ability not to change the device
Whether to change the filter or not is up to the owners to decide for themselves. If it is relatively clean, you can proceed as follows:
- The filter is removed according to the scheme described above.
- Clean the seat thoroughly using a vacuum cleaner.
- Then vacuum the filter and rinse it with running water (for severe contamination, soaking and detergents will be required).
- After which it is treated with a steam generator and blown with compressed air;
- After 24 hours, the filter can be put back in place.
Such a replacement will last for several months, but the owner will have to replace the part as soon as possible.
Types of filter elements
It should be noted that there are two most common types of products: - coal type; - paper type.
The carbon element has excellent filtering characteristics. The product perfectly freshens the air, copes with dust and unpleasant odors (dampness, exhaust gases and emissions). The optimal place for use is large, polluted cities. The disadvantages include the rather high price and short service life.
A paper filter element is much cheaper than a carbon one, and is slightly more durable under conditions of proper use. In principle, it also carries out all the necessary protective functions, but does not do it so zealously and thoroughly. The disadvantages include excessive fragility and wear when the product gets wet.
Symptoms of a dirty Kalina cabin filter
A filter element installed in the heating and ventilation system of a car purifies the air entering the car interior from the outside.
There are several symptoms that will help determine that it is clogged:
- When the filter becomes clogged, a large amount of dust settles on it, it begins to penetrate into the cabin and settles on the panel. If cleaning has to be done too often, then it makes sense to check the filter element.
- Foreign odors in the cabin. The first is the smell of the dust itself, and the second is the smell of dampness. Dampness occurs when the air conditioner is operating when, due to a dirty cabin filter, the air cannot be dried and moisture is retained on the evaporator.
- One of the most reliable ways to understand that the cabin filter is dirty is to inspect it visually. The photo below is an example of what a filter looks like that is long overdue for replacement.
How much does it cost to replace a cabin filter at a service center?
This question is asked by car owners who want to save money on this procedure. Prices vary depending on the service itself:
- The official service can charge up to 800 rubles for such a procedure.
- A service without official registration charges for such work within 100-300 rubles.
It is worth noting that replacing the interior seal is not a complicated operation. As was said earlier, the most important thing is to follow the direction and not introduce new dirt. Both a novice auto mechanic and an ordinary car enthusiast can cope with such work. Therefore, you can entrust your car to a regular car service.
By doing this work yourself, you can save from 100 to 800 rubles on replacement. Therefore, if you have a screwdriver, you can do this work yourself.
When to change
It is recommended to replace this type of filter material every 15 thousand kilometers. Nevertheless, this figure cannot be called residual. It all depends on where (exclusively in the city or more often on the highway) and how (with or without air conditioning) you operate your vehicle. If in most cases you move around a dusty city, then you need to replace it after no more than 10 thousand kilometers.
Signs of a Replacement Needed
- It became harder to breathe inside the car;
- The stove and air conditioner are too loud;
- Windows quickly fog up;
- In the summer, the air conditioner does not cool properly, and in the winter the stove practically does not heat;
- The appearance of an unpleasant odor (due to the accumulation of dirt and bacteria).
Rules for choosing a new device
At the moment, there are two types of devices that purify the air inside cars with air conditioning:
- anti-dust filter – made on the basis of filter paper;
- carbon – the composition additionally includes activated carbon.
It is recommended to replace a regular filter with a coated element in cases where the conditions in which the car is most often found can be characterized as “highly contaminated”. Compared to paper, the carbon composition is more effective at protecting the interior from dust and dirt particles.
The uniqueness of coal models lies in the fact that they are able to contain and absorb unpleasant odors contained in the street air.
When choosing a new air purifier for the Lada Kalina without air conditioning, you should be guided by the following “rules”:
- Originality of consumables. The automotive market offers many analogues to spare parts from the manufacturer, but there is no guarantee of their reliability and compliance with the requirements of a particular vehicle.
- True to size. The purchased filter must exactly match the parameters of the seat. You can take your own measurements of the base element. The original consumable must be 260x166x30.
- Initial weight. More weight compared to other options may indicate the presence of more activated carbon in the composition. Accordingly, about the best degree of efficiency.
Let's sum it up
There is a category of motorists whose representatives, at the slightest suspicion of any malfunction, begin to raise the alarm and, headlong, “rush” to the car service center. Here we recommend showing composure and vigilance, because many faults that arise in the Lada Kalina 2 can be easily fixed on your own. Moreover, we helped to find out where the element itself is located, as well as how to change it correctly. Why not take the chance to save money while also gaining experience. What to do is up to you!
Video instructions for replacing the cabin filter in Lada Kalina:
Choice of consumables: classic or coal?
Please note that there are two types of filtration systems:
- classic;
- coal.
Most car owners recommend a carbon cabin filter, since it is characterized by the presence of two dense layers of synthetics, between which a carbon absorbent is located. It effectively traps dust and other small particles so that they do not enter the cabin. This is especially true in large cities and megalopolises, where the level of air pollution is simply off the charts.
It is also worth mentioning the disadvantages of this type of filtration. The carbon cabin filter for Lada Kalina may be subject to desorption. This leads to the fact that it simply cannot cope with its functions and begins to gradually let in toxic particles of dirt and dust. But this can be avoided by banal and regular replacement at the appointed time. That is why it is best to opt for a carbon filter.
Features of the carbon filter
The good thing about a carbon filter is that there is a carbon absorbent between two shells of synthetic material. It will cope with its function perfectly, in addition, this part will not allow dust and similar air pollutants to pass through.
Absinthe also absorbs toxic elements that enter the cabin from the exhaust system of cars passing nearby. The coal material gradually absorbs harmful substances; its structure can be compared to the structure of a gas mask. The indicators of the cabin filter are different, it is ready to be used for 6-10 thousand km, but there are some factors that do not allow us to give an exact figure. Such filters are more often used in large cities with constant traffic jams. If you live in a small town, then the operating time can increase to 20 thousand km.
The carbon filter, of course, has its drawbacks, for example, desorption. This phenomenon occurs when using carbon and a cabin filter as an absorbent. That is, the functionality of coal may cease; it will simply stop absorbing toxic substances. As a result, all this will begin to enter the salon directly from the street. Of course, the coal will always react and try to absorb chemicals, but a circular process will occur. For this reason, it is recommended to change the filter elements.
Replacement frequency
For models of its own production, each manufacturer sets a scheduled frequency for replacing one or another consumable component. Regarding the air filter for the practical Lada Kalina, we note the following aspects:
- if the operation of the Lada Kalina 2 car is dominated by driving through dusty rural expanses, then you should be inclined to replace the filter, observing a frequency of at least 15 thousand km;
- Using a car in urban conditions means observing a replacement frequency of 30 thousand km. These regulatory postulates are equally valid for both generations of the popular Lada Kalina. Even in cases where the car has already passed the regulatory threshold, and there are no signs of filter clogging in the cabin, you should still think about replacing this component.
