D.I.Y. CABIN FILTER CHANGE ON GLK

MBRedux · 08-22-2011, 11:22 AM

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rmfnla · 08-22-2011, 06:26 PM

Thanks!

duclm · 09-02-2011, 01:56 PM

thanks much

Mort · 09-05-2011, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by rmfnla

Thanks!

+1

slk55er · 09-05-2011, 11:22 AM

Because of the musty smell from the A/C, I've removed this filter completely for the summer months. I cut the charcoal filter element from the base plate which seals the opening into which the filter is inserted. The A/C has been stink-free for several months since removing the filter.

With the filter removed there is less restriction for the air flow, so the fan on "Automatic" tends to blow more than necessary. I have not checked that the drain tube(s) are clear and draining, but I will do so.

I hope this smell does not return, because it has been bad enough to convince me to dump this vehicle after the lease is over.

MKenM · 09-06-2011, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by slk55er

Because of the musty smell from the A/C, I've removed this filter completely for the summer months. I cut the charcoal filter element from the base plate which seals the opening into which the filter is inserted. The A/C has been stink-free for several months since removing the filter.

With the filter removed there is less restriction for the air flow, so the fan on "Automatic" tends to blow more than necessary. I have not checked that the drain tube(s) are clear and draining, but I will do so.

I hope this smell does not return, because it has been bad enough to convince me to dump this vehicle after the lease is over.

Don't you think it would be worth a trip to the dealer? Just sayin

slk55er · 09-07-2011, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by MKenM

Don't you think it would be worth a trip to the dealer? Just sayin

Nearest one on 130 miles away. All in good time. Just sayin'.

edulinka · 03-27-2012, 10:16 AM

It is $40 at Amazon Any cheaper places?

venchka · 03-27-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by slk55er

Because of the musty smell from the A/C, I've removed this filter completely for the summer months. I cut the charcoal filter element from the base plate which seals the opening into which the filter is inserted. The A/C has been stink-free for several months since removing the filter.

With the filter removed there is less restriction for the air flow, so the fan on "Automatic" tends to blow more than necessary. I have not checked that the drain tube(s) are clear and draining, but I will do so.

I hope this smell does not return, because it has been bad enough to convince me to dump this vehicle after the lease is over.

Does your GLK have the software fix that runs the fan after shutdown? I have read that the A/C fan comes on 30 minutes after turning off the car & runs for an hour. The theory is that the air circulation drys the system thereby robbing the mold/mildew beasties of moisture. Perhaps you can veryify this when you do visit the far distant dealer.
I can't say, "Just sayin". It was banned from the language.

Wayne

slk55er · 03-27-2012, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by venchka

Does your GLK have the software fix that runs the fan after shutdown?
Wayne

Thanks for the suggestion. The fan does run after shutdown, but there may be an additional update.

Mr. JLT · 08-23-2012, 11:28 PM

08-22-2011, 06:26 PM	#2
rmfnla Super Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 777 Drives: 2010 Infiniti G37 Coupe; 2011 GLK 350 w/ Premium 1, Multimedia & Sport Appearance; I LOVE IT!	Thanks! __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here...

09-05-2011, 11:22 AM	#5
slk55er Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St. George, Utah, USA Posts: 253 Drives: '10 GLK350, '07 CLS550, '03 SL500	Removed Completely Because of the musty smell from the A/C, I've removed this filter completely for the summer months. I cut the charcoal filter element from the base plate which seals the opening into which the filter is inserted. The A/C has been stink-free for several months since removing the filter. With the filter removed there is less restriction for the air flow, so the fan on "Automatic" tends to blow more than necessary. I have not checked that the drain tube(s) are clear and draining, but I will do so. I hope this smell does not return, because it has been bad enough to convince me to dump this vehicle after the lease is over. __________________ Gordon Haines 2010 GLK350, 2007 CLS550, 2003 SL500, Car Guy, HPDE Instructor, SCCA Pro Racer, Barbershop Singer

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