Replacing the cabin filter of Lada Largus with air conditioning

After purchasing a car, owners are forced to complete the vehicle themselves. Since few drivers have encountered removing the plastic insert, filter maintenance is difficult.

The average cost of replacing a cleaner at a service station is from 1,800 rubles. The amount is not small, especially for those who live in the periphery. It is not advisable to ignore the timing of technical inspection, since dust and dirt enter the human body, causing allergic attacks.

The process of self-replacement is not complicated; the task can be completed by a car enthusiast without experience or skills in servicing equipment. Be careful, do not violate the rules.

Cabin filter Lada Largus

Unfortunately, the Lada Largus car does not have a cabin filter installed.
Instead, the engineers “left” a plastic plug. The reason for this is the total savings by the manufacturer on the configuration of production cars. After purchasing a car, owners are forced to complete the vehicle themselves. Since few drivers have encountered removing the plastic insert, filter maintenance is difficult.

The process of self-replacement is not complicated; the task can be completed by a car enthusiast without experience or skills in servicing equipment. Be careful, do not violate the rules.

Description of the cabin filter

AvtoVAZ recommends updating the element every 15,000 km. The interval must be reduced in case of systematic operation of the machine on the periphery, in dusty, gas-polluted areas.

Where is the element located: in a Lada Largus car, the filter is located to the right of the stove heater. To carry out preventive maintenance, first dismantle the plastic cover of the housing (casing).

Catalog item	Price in rubles	Serial number	Price
Original: 7701059997	From 500	Original: 7701059057	From 500
High-quality analogues
GoodWill, AG511 (coal)	From 400 – 430	coal GoodWill AG 297CFC (coal)	From 400 – 430
NF-6355 (air conditioning model)	From 400 – 430	NF-6322c (air conditioning model)	From 400 – 430
Profit, 15212154 Bosch, 1987432264	From 400 – 430	WIX, WP6984 (coal)	From 400 – 430
MANN-FILTER, CU1834 (carbon)	From 400 – 430	Febi, 23791 (coal)	From 400 – 430
Delphi, TSP0325264	From 400 – 430	Filtron, K1187	From 400 – 430
TSP0321175 (carbon)	From 400 – 430	Finwhale, AS787 (coal)	From 400 – 430
*prices are as of May 2020

Self-diagnosis

Squeeze the parking brake, turn on the ignition, and start the engine.
Turn on the heating fan.
Determine the characteristic type of sign of clogging of the cleaning element.
When you press the heater control lever, the fan does not move. Check the integrity of the fuse (No. 22) in the mounting block, which is located under the dashboard, to the left of the steering column.
Remove the air purifier, inspect it, check the degree of clogging of the hygroscopic fiber.
Use a vacuum cleaner to blow compressed air onto the fibers.
Blow out the air ducts, remove remaining debris, leaves, and dust.

Replacing the cabin filter on Lada Largus

At the preparation stage, we check the availability of:

new filter;
Phillips screwdriver;
rags;
a vacuum cleaner for blowing the housing cavity;
additional lighting as needed.

Replacement sequence:

We place the car on a flat surface, squeeze the parking brake, turn off the engine and ignition.
We move the front passenger seat back all the way to increase access to the furnace heater casing.
In the center of the torpedo, on the rear side there is a plastic housing for the stove heater and air duct system. Use a screwdriver to unclip the cover and remove it from its seat.
We pry up the base and remove the cleaner.
We carry out troubleshooting of the housing, inspect the degree of clogging of the cleaning element.
Place the new filter and snap the lid on.

DIY purifier installation is complete. There are no design differences when replacing the cabin filter on a Lada Largus 8 valve and 16 valve.

What to do on 16-valve units

We find the place of “dislocation” of the element. It is located in the central part of the compartment directly behind the engine.
Here you will have to unscrew a couple of bolts holding the filter box.
By loosening the air duct clamps and removing the protection, the halves of the filter box are opened.
For convenience, the element body should be moved to the side.
We remove the exhausted component outside.
We install the new component in its original place.
Now the body must be returned to its “legal” position.
Don't forget to install the previously removed plastic protection.
Tighten the body bolts.
We clamp the clamps of the air line and, having checked the tightness of the unit, start the engine and enjoy its “free breathing”.

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The air filter replacement is complete.

The process of replacing the cabin filter on Lada Largus

Since the cabin filter was not installed on the car, the plug was retained. Let's look at the process of first installing a cabin filter:

For convenience, remove the front passenger seat.

The seat can be easily removed

The location of the hole is indicated by an arrow, and the necessary tool is in the photo

It can be seen that the plug is not removable

Ready, filter installed

All initial filter installation is complete. Now let's look at the replacement process:

Find the place to install the filter.
Using a screwdriver, we try to pull it out. If you don't succeed the first time, then you should try again.
We squeeze the new filter around the edges and insert it.
To check the tightness of the installation, you must turn on the stove.

The process of replacing the cabin filter is one of the simplest in car repair operations.

Before you start using

As a rule, the AvtoVAZ plant (and now Renault) skimps on some parts and consumables, and therefore the manufacturer often does not install a cabin filter on the Lada Largus. It is for this reason that many car owners install it themselves.

How often should it be changed: recommendations and reasons

According to the manufacturer's recommendations, the cabin filter must be changed once a year. But at the international convention of automakers, which took place on December 1, 2012, this issue was considered separately.

Most major manufacturers have come to the conclusion that the cabin filter needs to be changed twice a year - in autumn and spring.

In winter, especially in regions where wet snow and a lot of dirt prevail, they heavily pollute the surrounding air, which leads to filter clogging. But in the summer, there is a lot of dust and solids in the air that clog the cabin filter element.

The cabin filter serves as a filter for air entering the cabin.

Failure to replace this element in a timely manner can be a significant cause of deterioration in health, primarily for the driver. The accumulation of dust on the roads ends up in the cabin, where there is no air recirculation.

This leaves the passenger's lungs at risk of foreign substances entering the lungs, which can cause asthma, lung disease and cancer. Therefore, it is recommended to change the cabin filter 2 times a year.

Selecting a filter for Largus

Since the original cabin filter on the Lada Largus is of too poor quality, most car owners choose analogues. Let's consider both options.

Original filter

77 01 059 997 is the original catalog number of the cabin filter. It is installed in a standard seat and does not require modifications. The cost of such a product is about 500 rubles.

Analogs

Cabin filter TSN, item number can be seen in the photo

Analogs of the original filter are much higher quality, so it is recommended to install them. The table selects the highest quality products that are popular among CIS motorists:

Manufacturer's name	Catalog number	Price in rubles
Kamoka	F401901	300
Starline	SF KF9455	400
Jc Premium	B41012PR	450
Master-sport	1829-IF-PCS-MS	500
Clean filters	NC2195	550
Kraft Automotive	1734100	550
BIG Filter	GB-9906	580
AMC Filters	NC-2008	600
Muller filter	FC292	650
Profit	1521-2133	700
WIX	WP6990	750
Bosch	1 987 432 120	800
Febi	23795	900
MANN-FILTER	CU 1829	900
Filtron	K 1152	900
Delphi	TSP0325178	900
Finwhale	AS711	950

Non-carbon cabin filter, one of the cheapest

All these products are an order of magnitude more expensive than the original, but you should not skimp on quality, especially if it concerns health.

Coal GOODWILL (article AG 136 CFC)

How to change the cabin filter on a Lada Largus yourself?

The cabin filter is an element that provides comfort to the driver and passengers of the vehicle. Its main purpose is to clean the air flow that enters the car interior through the ventilation system. This part is installed on all modern cars.

The concentration of harmful exhaust gases in megalopolises and big cities exceeds the permissible norm by tens of times. Therefore, in order to maintain your health, you need to change the cabin filter in a timely manner to avoid losing the original protection efficiency.

Let's sum it up

As we stated, replacing the air filter is so simple that it cannot raise any questions. Resolving such issues in the conditions of a service station is a waste of the financial component. Despite the simplicity of execution, this procedure is very important to ensure the correct functioning of the Lada Largus engine. The excellent condition of the element contributes to the engine “demonstrating” its declared characteristics, which can only please the owner of LADA Largus.

A car needs air as well as fuel. However, atmospheric O2, which enters the internal combustion engine, contains many harmful substances: dirt, dust, debris. All of these components can damage the engine, so the air must be cleaned before entering the combustion chamber. The air filter in the car does this job.

Over time, the VF becomes clogged and requires replacement. In this article we will tell you how to change the air filter in a Lada Largus with 8 and 16 valves and what you will need for this.

Which cabin filter is better to choose for Lada Largus?

On the Lada Largus, you can replace the cabin filter yourself. But before you begin the procedure, you need to select a suitable filter element for your car.

Today, the two most common types of filter elements are:

Conventional cabin filter;
Carbonic.

The main advantage of a regular part is its affordable price. This is where the advantages end. Naturally, the part copes with its main functions: it traps dust and pollen, which prevents the occurrence of an allergic reaction in a person suffering from a similar disease. However, a standard product will not protect against inhalation of harmful compounds that are present in the exhaust gases of a passing car.

For this purpose, a carbon filter was invented, which has an appropriate coating of material. In addition to its main functions, it perfectly fights harmful substances through the adsorption process. As a result, it purifies up to 99% of the air. In addition to protecting your health, such a filter provides comfort when driving such a car. Unpleasant odors are eliminated.

But not a single cabin filter will cope with the task if it is not replaced in time.

The need to replace the air filter on Largus

It has long been undeniable that the air filter in the air duct plays a significant role, because along with its fuel “colleague” it ensures the purity of the mixture sent to the combustion chambers. The power characteristics of the LADA Largus engine directly depend on this factor. Operating a car involves no alternative and gradual clogging of the component we are considering. You should not wait until the filtering function completely stops, because the operation of the motor will be impossible, and the harm to it cannot be overestimated.

A Lada Largus with a dirty air filter will be prone to increased fuel consumption and an unjustified reduction in power. The manufacturer deliberately placed the air filter in the most convenient location. So that the owner is not lazy to look into it and assess the degree of clogging. If the fact of contamination is obvious, then resort to replacement as soon as possible. This work will be feasible even for an owner who has just embarked on the path of a car enthusiast.

Replacement process

Replacing the cabin filter in Largus 16 valves can be done immediately after preparing for this process.

Safety regulations:

The replacement procedure must be carried out in a dry place. A small amount of moisture on the new filter can damage it;
The cabin filter should be replaced by a person who does not have respiratory problems or allergies. Otherwise, the procedure will need to be entrusted to a third party;
Carry out the procedure exclusively with gloves so that bacteria accumulated in this area do not get on the skin and cause irritation.

Necessary tools for replacing the cabin filter on Largus:

New filter element with catalog number 7701059997;
Slotted screwdriver;
Compressor or vacuum cleaner;
A sharp knife or metal file.

The location of the filter element is behind the glove box on the passenger side.

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the filtration element in Lada Largus:

Open the front passenger door and move the seat as far back as possible.
Bend down to inspect the filter element cover. The location of the plug is near the left foot of the front passenger.
You will need to cut the end cap. To do this you will need a knife or metal file.
Turn on the ventilation system at maximum speed. This will help bleed the filtration system.
The new filter is sold assembled (with a new plug).
The new element is larger than the installation hole. Therefore, when replacing it you need to clamp it. Install the top side first and then snap the bottom side into place.
Reassemble everything in reverse order. Check the functionality of the ventilation system.

The replacement process is labor intensive. But you can do it yourself, slowly. The approximate time required to replace the cabin filter in Largus: 30-40 minutes.

Installation and replacement

Yes, it’s not particularly pleasant to realize the fact that AvtoVAZ decided to save money on consumers and simply plug the box for the cabin filter. But this is a feature of the platform on which the domestic version of the French Logan and Romanian Dacia is created. The manufacturer considered it necessary to leave the box, but close it with a solid plug.

Even if you bought the first versions of Largus, or you got an inexpensive package, where there is no cabin filter from the factory, but only a housing for it, you can get out of this situation.

First of all, you have to find the housing itself for the cabin filter. To do this, move to the front passenger seat and look in the foot area. On the back of the center console. To put it simply, it’s near the front passenger’s left foot directly under the glove compartment. It is not necessary to remove the glove compartment for these purposes. Some people completely disassemble the assembly and take out the body in order to be able to lay out the casing somewhere on the table and carefully cut out the excess from there. But this way you will spend much more time and effort.

Self-installation and replacement of the cabin filter is performed in the following sequence:

To work, you will need a sharp utility knife and a new filter. There is no need to use any additional tools, since nothing is covered or covered.
Place the machine on a level surface and have a good light source. It is better to take a carrier or take a bright flashlight with you.
Depending on the size of the car owner, some people simply need to move the front passenger seat back all the way. If you feel that it is frankly inconvenient to climb under the glove compartment, you can remove the seat itself. It is held in place only by 4 mounting bolts located on the slide. They need to be unscrewed and the chair can be easily removed.
Now move under the glove compartment and look for a plastic housing on your left side. It is designed to be placed inside the cabin filter housing. But if there is a blank plug there, your configuration does not include a standard consumable. And the previous owner, if Largus was taken from his hands, did not dare to install a cabin filter.
On the plastic case you will clearly see the contours of the plastic insert. This is the same plug with which they decided to close the case for some reason, instead of just putting a filter there already in the basic versions.
The hole must be cut very carefully so as not to cut off excess, but at the same time create an optimal opening for the filter consumable.
When you have cut the plug along the contour, it is recommended to additionally clean the corners using sandpaper or a file. This will remove all burrs, thereby preventing you from tearing the filter during installation.
The plastic used here is hard and dense. Therefore, simply cutting it out is unlikely to work. Unless you have a hot knife. But usually the plug is cut out in pieces. Take your time, and everything will definitely work out.
When the opening is ready, take a new filter, squeeze it a little like an accordion, and insert it.
Since the Largus filters have a plastic cover, it will be the one that can cover the opening that you previously cut out. This will ensure a fairly tight fit of the consumable inside the case.

The most difficult thing in replacing the filter on LADA Largus and Cross cars is precisely the need to cut out the plug on some versions.

The further replacement procedure is extremely simple. Filters provided by the factory and installed by yourself by cutting the housing can be easily removed without the need to unscrew anything, remove the glove compartment and carry out other dismantling work. Reach under the glove box on the front passenger side, pull the plastic cover of the consumable and remove it from its seat. Before installing a new element, you should clean the filter housing with a vacuum cleaner with a narrow nozzle, and just as easily install a new filter component.

Largus cars are not perfect, regardless of whether the cargo van in front of you, a station wagon or supposedly a Crossover in the case of the Cross version, but they still have certain advantages. Solving the problem of a missing cabin filter is quite simple on your own. At the same time, to replace consumables in the future, no tools or multi-stage dismantling and assembly work are needed. Everything can be done in just a few minutes, if you count the time spent cleaning the case from accumulated dirt.

What happens to the car if the filter is clogged?

A clogged filter can bring with it a number of troubles for the owner in the form of:

Deterioration of the driver’s well-being;
Fogging of glass;
The appearance of an unpleasant odor;
Failure of the ventilation system due to increased load.

The only correct way out in such a situation is to timely replace the filter element. The procedure must be carried out after the symptoms described above appear or after the recommended kilometers have been traveled (whichever comes first).

Replacement instructions and Video

Topic Which air filter is better

The engine air filter of your Lada Largus plays an extremely important role in supplying the “heart” of your car with a high-quality fuel-air mixture. The combustion of this mixture in the engine cylinders directly affects the power of the car engine. However, as the filter is used, the working surfaces of the replaceable air filter element become dirty and it simply cannot pass enough air. Imagine a person about to run a long distance and trying to breathe through a dirty rag. It is unlikely that such a person will show acceptable results. Likewise, a car with a clogged air filter loses its power and you start spending extra money on wasted fuel.

It is necessary to regularly check the condition of the working surfaces of the air filter and, if necessary, replace the replacement element. This procedure looks quite simple and can be performed even by an untrained driver using a minimal set of tools.

The procedure for replacing the air filter on a Lada Largus car may vary slightly depending on what engine your car is equipped with.

To begin, place your car on a level surface.

Let's consider the procedure for replacing the engine air filter for a typical engine model Lada Largus - K4M.

First you need to remove the intake system noise suppressor. To do this, press the spring-loaded latches and uncouple the exhaust manifold pipe.

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the air filter

Pipe connecting the brake booster;
Intake manifold;
Air filter box cover;
Screw securing the air filter box cover.

Wiring block for a stepper electric motor that regulates idle speed;
Throttle valve configuration control wiring block;
Air filter box;
Bolts fixing the air filter box;
A pipe that collects gasoline vapors.

The procedure for replacing the filter element must be carried out according to the following algorithm:

Remove the throttle configuration adjustment system.
Remove the pipe indicated in figure No. 5 from the air filter box No. 3.
Remove the two screws No. 4 and detach the air filter box No. 3 from your car. To do this, you need to use a replaceable Torx E8 head, a wrench and an extension.

After removing the air filter box, check the condition of the replacement element and replace it if necessary. Don't forget to clean the filter box from any street dirt that has accumulated in it.

Installing and replacing the cabin filter on Lada Largus

Most modern cars use a cabin filter that absorbs dust and other pollutants coming from outside. Such a small detail allows you to create a pleasant and safe climate for a person in the cabin, which has a positive effect on his health and well-being. Unfortunately, most domestic cars do not have a cabin filter, which is due to the policy of minimizing production costs - the popular Lada Largus station wagon is no exception. However, it is worth remembering that the Russian car was based on the design of the Renault Logan MCV, which is equipped with such a part in most trim levels. Therefore, all you have to do is purchase a Largus cabin filter and install it - you can do this yourself, saving a lot of money.

The cabin filter is located in a hard-to-reach place, so you often have to remove the passenger seat

Selection and preparation

First of all, you need to take care of purchasing a cabin filter for the Lada Largus - it is worth remembering that you can find it in Renault branded stores and service centers, and not only from enterprises servicing Russian cars. The simplest part costs about 500–700 rubles, but the effectiveness of its operation is very doubtful. A cheap cabin filter is a piece of spongy fabric that gets clogged quite quickly with frequent driving and easily breaks after several cleanings. The second option is a multilayer filter, which is estimated at approximately 900–1000 rubles. It consists of several layers of polymer materials connected with high-strength glue - due to this, both the reliability of the part and the efficiency of its operation are increased.

However, experts recommend installing a cabin filter created using activated carbon. The cost of such a part is approximately 1200–1500 rubles, depending on the manufacturer. Quite large expenses will be fully justified, since the filter absorbs a huge amount of pollutants and practically does not require maintenance. In addition, the advantage of an activated carbon cabin filter is its ability to absorb toxins contained in exhaust gases and industrial emissions. Thanks to this, it is possible to maintain exceptional cleanliness of air in the cabin, which is especially important for large cities and industrial regions.

Of course, you can install a cabin filter using the services of professionals, but you should be prepared for high expenses. Branded service stations will charge approximately 2,500 rubles for such work, and they will force you to purchase the part at a clearly inflated price. Unauthorized service stations also offer this service, but its cost ranges from 1000–1500 rubles, which is comparable to the cost of purchasing a cabin filter. Therefore, you should try to install the cabin filter on the Lada Largus yourself. There are no particular difficulties in this work, although you should follow some recommendations in order to complete the job efficiently.

You will also need a number of tools to complete the tasks. When installing a cabin filter, the most popular device is a knife, with which most of the procedures are carried out. In addition, it is worth stocking up on a spanner with sockets, a flashlight with a forehead mount and a short ruler. A slotted screwdriver would also be useful. Having collected all the necessary materials and prepared mentally, you can begin the work itself.

Do-it-yourself Lada Largus air filter replacement

How to change the air filter on a Lada Largus yourself?

Cars of the Largus model appeared on our market more than three years ago. The car is equipped with two types of power units with a volume of 1.6 liters of 8 and 16 cl. The Lada Largus air filter supplied from the factory is usually coded 8200431051. But sometimes, including the manufacturer, they install an air purifier from the Renault company, the marking of which is 8201153808.

Replacing the filter element on all VAZ cars is usually done on your own. The design of the filter is very simple and the developers have placed it in a very convenient place. To change it, you do not need any special knowledge, and you do not need to dismantle any additional systems or components. On the eve of purchasing a new air purifier, you need to measure the old one, since it often happens that they sell absolutely the wrong filter.

Car Lada Largus

The instructions that come with the vehicle indicate that replacement is necessary after 20,000 kilometers. But given the quality of our roads and the pollution of megacities, it is better not to reach this deadline. Also, earlier replacement is necessary if you often drive on dusty dirt roads. If you are late with the replacement, you can cause serious damage to the power plant of the Lada Largus car.

As drivers say, the engine will begin to choke and oil consumption will increase, resulting in leakage from the cylinders and pistons. And then a major overhaul. Modern filters for VAZ cars are distinguished by the fact that they can be washed. This is very convenient as their service life doubles.

Need for replacement

In any power unit, the air filter plays an extremely important role in providing the system with a high-quality air-fuel mixture. The engine power directly depends on the quality of the incoming mixture. But, during operation, the surfaces of the filter element become dirty. If you do not pay attention to this in a timely manner, then over time they will simply stop letting air through, not to mention its quality. This can be compared to a person running a long distance and at the same time breathing through a dirty rag. As you yourself understand, it won’t last long, and it’s simply stupid to talk about any results.

A car with an old filter will not only lose its power, but will also consume much more fuel. Since the Lada Largus filter is located in a very convenient and accessible place, don’t be lazy to look there as often as possible. If you find that it is dirty, replace it immediately. If the filter is washable, then at least wash it or dry it out. Such work is feasible even for a car enthusiast who cannot boast of extensive experience in operating a car.

Replacement process (for 8 and 16 valve cars)

Replacing the air cleaning element on a Lada Largus car with a sixteen-valve and eight-valve engine is slightly different. Therefore, for each type of power unit we will describe the replacement process separately.

It is better to carry out work on a level, well-lit and ventilated area. Prepare a bag immediately so that you can put the dirty filter in it.

Air barrier location

Air filter element housing

Remove the old filter. We install a new one. Close the lid. We tighten the bolts.

On 1.6 engines with 16 valves

Find where the filter is located. In the model with a 16-valve unit, it is located in the center, behind the engine.

Air barrier location on a 16 valve engine

Unscrew the two bolts holding the housing. Next, you need to remove the air channels from the clamps. We remove the protection. The filter housing must be moved slightly to the side. Remove the filter element. We install a new one. We return the body to its place. We put the air channels in place. We put the plastic protection in place. We tighten the bolts. All that remains is to tighten the air duct clamps and the job is done. After checking the fastening, start the car.

Conclusion

As you can see, the work is very simple. It can take ten minutes, fifteen at most. Solving such problems at a service station is a waste of time and money. But, nevertheless, despite its apparent simplicity, this process is extremely important for the normal functioning of the Lada Largus engine. Don’t forget to periodically check the condition of the replaced element and your car will delight you not only with a fast and comfortable ride, but also with low fuel consumption. To better understand the process of replacing the air barrier, take a look at what we offer.

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Installation

Installing a cabin filter is not so much difficult as it is an uncomfortable procedure, since this part must be located deep under the front panel on the passenger side. Therefore, before starting work, you should remove the front seat using a wrench of the appropriate size. Under such conditions, you can install the cabin filter while lying down with your legs on the back seat, which will be somewhat more comfortable than kneeling outside the car and trying to bend in an unnatural way. You should put a flashlight with an elastic band on your head to carefully examine all the details.

Now you need to determine where the cabin filter is located. To do this, you can first study the documentation for the car, but you can find the right place yourself. The socket for installing the cabin filter in the Lada Largus is closed with a plastic non-removable rectangular plug, which is quite large in size. Inspect it carefully - there should be a mark at the top that indicates the support pin. To install the cabin air filter, you will need to cut out the plug with a sharp knife.

The material from which it is made is quite viscous and difficult to process - so you should use a ruler to cut it in a straight line. If you end up with small burrs, don't worry as they can be easily removed using the same knife. Please note that the support pin mentioned above cannot be cut out, otherwise you will not be able to properly secure the cabin filter in the car. Try to do the job as carefully as possible, even if you have to spend a lot of time - the reward will be the ability to install the cabin filter without additional sealing.

Next, a surprise awaits you, since the cabin filter for Lada Largus has slightly larger dimensions than the resulting space. To install it correctly, the filter needs to be slightly crumpled from the outside and carefully brought in, gradually pressing it against the far wall. If you bought a quality product, its lower part will be a cover that will seal the air channels inside the front panel. Now turn on the blower fan at maximum speed and check that all deflectors supply air evenly. If you strictly followed the recommendations, the cabin filter will serve you for a long time and will maintain a safe microclimate inside the car.

Replacement procedure

In order to save time and money, motorists prefer to replace the air filter with a new one themselves. There is nothing complicated in such work. You just need to purchase the right part that is suitable in size, and also prepare the tools: a clean rag and a flat-head screwdriver.

How to choose a filter? Initially, you should read the technical documentation for the vehicle. Manufacturers indicate in the manual the code of the original model, as well as its dimensions. If such a part is not on sale, high-quality analogues will do. The most famous brands are BOSH, Fram and BigFilter.

Modern air filters differ not only in shape, but also in material and cleaning method:

paper designs are the most popular due to their low cost. The filter element here is corrugated cardboard, which retains dirt even 1 micron in size. The paper is impregnated with an oily solution and does not deform when in contact with water. However, such VFs are disposable. It is not recommended to use the filter after 30 thousand km;
VF zero resistance. In appearance, the filter resembles a paper one, but fabric or foam rubber is used as a filter element. Due to the high cost, zero VFs are most often used in sports cars. If the part becomes dirty, it can be washed with a cleaning agent and reused.

Which of the proposed options to choose remains at the discretion of the driver. However, the future VF must be suitable in size, since a loosely fitting part can allow dust to enter the engine.

The procedure for replacing the air filter in a Lada Largus car on 8-valve and 16-valve engines has some differences, so we will consider each process separately.

Replacement process on an 8-valve engine

In order to replace the VF in a Lada Largus on an 8-valve engine, you need to drive the car onto a flat surface and then turn off the engine.

Procedure:

Open the hood and secure it;
The air filter is located in a protective housing near the engine. In order to dismantle the part, it is necessary to disconnect the air pipe;
After this, the latches on both sides are unfastened and the old filter is removed;
The protective box is wiped with a clean rag and a new filter is installed according to the instructions.

This completes the procedure for replacing the VF.

Replacement procedure on a 16-valve engine

To replace the air filter in a Lada Lagrus car with a 16-valve engine, you will need a Phillips screwdriver.

The replacement process is as follows:

Open the hood and lock it in a safe position;
Find the location of the air filter (black box behind the engine). Disconnect the pipe;
Remove the cover of the protective box. To do this you will need to unscrew two screws;
Press on the halves of the box and carefully remove the old VF;
Wipe the surface and insert a new filter into the cassette;
Install the mechanisms in place and check their tightness.

As noted earlier, replacing the air filter is a simple and standard procedure that does not take much time. At the same time, timely replacement of the part will significantly extend the life of the Lada Largus engine.

Troubleshooting

In some cases, after installing the cabin filter, some of the air channels become blocked, while the air comes out from under the front panel to the front passenger's feet. The most common causes of such a malfunction are:

Purchasing a low-quality filter;
Creating extra holes when cutting out a plug;
Incomplete closure of the lid.

If in the latter case you can try to correct the part you installed, then in the first two such measures will not help. You will have to provide additional sealing of the air filter.

To do this, you can use masking tape, high-quality electrical tape, as well as dense heat-insulating material, which should be attached with any sticky means. However, you should not use automotive sealant or polymer glue, since replacing the cabin filter will again require you to cut out this part. In this case, you can completely destroy the seat or damage the evaporator of the car air conditioner located in the immediate vicinity.

After sealing, check the operation of the blower system again by setting the fan speed to maximum for approximately 5 minutes. If you accidentally cut into the support pin or broke it while installing the air filter, in addition to sealing, you will have to fasten this component. To do this, you can use strips of sheet metal, from which you will need to make small staples.

Available to everyone

Unlike other operations that are performed when repairing a Lada Largus or modifying this car, replacing the cabin filter does not require special skills or a lot of time. Anyone can do this with basic technical knowledge and a little physical strength. However, you should be very careful, since the manufacturer does not use a removable plug to seal the socket, but simply solders it. If you make a mistake at the cutting stage of the plastic part, it will be very difficult later. Therefore, in some cases, turning to professionals to install a cabin filter will be completely justified, despite the high cost of such work.

General aspects when to change

The instructions that come with the Lada Largus suggest the need to replace the filter every 20 thousand km of mileage.
Here we recommend making an adjustment for this scheduled maintenance period and reducing the indicated period. This need is caused by the peculiarities of operating a car in an environment of increased pollution and gas pollution, which is important for modern megacities and dusty unpaved “destinations”. If you neglect to replace this important component, the consequences for the engine can be very sad. The engine will begin to experience air starvation, which will negatively affect not only fuel consumption, but also cause increased oil consumption

And this already “smacks” of a quick overhaul of the unit, because the components of the piston group will not keep you waiting long. A practical difference between modern elements is the ability to clean them by washing. Thus, the service life of these components is approximately twice as long compared to traditional filters.