BMW, M235i / 2 Series, Cabin Air Filter Replacement

[@biz4twobiz463]

I've watched several videos about cabin air filter replacement, but yours is ABSOLUTELY the BEST!! Seriously, you showed the rear clips and side panel alignment that nobody else has. Merci

[@TheWrenchLab]

That's why I do this! I appreciate you taking the the time to comment. 😊And thanks for checking out my channel! 👍

[@ronbrauer9627]

Can't believe I have to watch a video to figure out how to change a cabin filter, but your video was the best I found on how to do it. Now if I was just better at standing on my head to do this . . .🙂

[@TheWrenchLab]

I can definitely say that's it not comfortable to lay on your back, legs hanging out of the car, and your abs getting a workout!

[@keithh3099]

Thanks man! Your Video was the best detailed instructions. 2015 228i x drive. It’s hard to believe $155 to do this at the dealer . $40 for a k & n , and a paper one is cheaper..it’s seems super easy enough with your instructions I should be able to do this in 10 minutes. 🙏 🤙

[@TheWrenchLab]

You got this!

[@lilypatel5456]

Thank you so much! Very helpful! I liked how you called out the tools, otherwise I would not have known about the T20.

[@sphinxvision5035]

This is the first video I found and I was able to have it in and out within 10 minutes on my 2018 M2 Thanks for taking the time to post! FYI for anyone interested... Local BMW dealer wanted $130 for the filter but I found an OEM filter online for $40

[@TheWrenchLab]

Boom! That's why I do this! Thanks for checking out the channel, so glad you found it!

[@Hyytekk]

Thank you so much for this precise video. I had called a local mechanic to ask what he charged for an oil change before I decided to do those myself also, and he casually threw in, "and we usually change the cabin air filter when we do an oil change". I played along and asked what he would charge for that and he said something like $80 for the filter and $80 for labor! I had already purchased my own filter though hadn't located this video yet. But what a rip off for anyone who feels these relatively simple projects are beyond their ability. I just put my filter in now, 11 PM, and it took maybe 10 minutes. Something like $130 saved. So thank you again. You couldn't have made this any more clear and simple and I didn't need to explore to discover which Torx I'd need and what mm ratchet head to have ready! If you ever consider posting a video on changing a windshield washer pump, it will be welcome! I could only find videos relating to 3 series which were helpful. But when I pulled my wheel off and unbolted the wheel well liner today, accessing the fluid housing where the pump mounts into was a dead end. Not wanting to do any damage I buttoned everything back up to fight another day! So hopefully you'll continue to help the inept among us! Thank you!

[@TheWrenchLab]

This is exactly why I do these videos! Save people money, help them out and to teach them how to work on their own cars. 💪 I'm glad you were able to get you maintenance done. I'm having issues with my windshield washer pump so that's definitely a video to make here really soon. I'm just getting the time to start making more videos since things have changed here around the house, given the current situation. I hope you're well and thanks for checking out my channel!

[@dickb2128]

Changing the cabin air filter in my M2 was so difficult that I quit because I couldn't get the cover of the filter holder off ! I did everything this video showed to do except that. You may call it easy but "standing on my head" for a few minutes is not at all comfortable. When I went to replace the under dash cover in which the footwell light is attached, I could not get the plastic tabs to reseat. I am going to the BMW dealer and he will complete the job for $63. I bought the filter a couple months ago. By the way, I am almost 80 years old, maybe that's part of the problem, hahahahah

[@keithh3099]

@@dickb2128 Well dang! 80 congrats !My dad just passed he would have been 88 years this past 31st of March. When your 80 you definitely don’t need to be upside down doing this.. but it is easier when your younger of course. Take it easy and get some you kid to do it and pay him a couple bucks..you’ll be okay

[@michaeljaye6485]

Thanks for the instructional video. BMW recommended replacing the filter with my oil service. It was a ridiculous price so I declined. I purchased a BMW OEM Cabin Air Filter on Amazon for $24.90 and installed it in 15 minutes due to the video. Thanks, again.

[@TheWrenchLab]

Boom! That's what I'm talking about! Thanks for checking out my channel!

[@keithh3099]

Well OK, I couldn’t do it because my arm was messed up I hurt my rotator cuff so I did the next best thing I got my stepson to come over. I was able to take the cover off instructions he said 10 mm so that came off easy then I was stuck so he came over and it was a 20 mm torx Using a light on the phone he found a two bolts unscrewed them took the cover off I gave him the filter put it the right way the arrow was pointing put the marker on it like you said the date at the two screws back in clamp it down then He put the cover on I guess he spent like maybe 15 minutes at the most. We saved about $100 in labor+🤙

[@Tluchak14]

Just bought this part in October for my 235i, so thanks for the tips. I have to do this and my spark plugs soon, so your videos have been quite helpful to plan ahead for these tasks.

[@TheWrenchLab]

It's good to hear that the videos have been/will be helpful!

[@ImportsandExotics]

Excellent guide. Worked like a charm. I do suggest extra caution when removing and putting back the kick panel as these aren't the hardest piece to break.

[@kingming657]

I am glad I found your video, dealer would have definitely charged me over $200s in total to do the filter replacement. Quite an odd place for the filter thou, from your video I thought the filter is somewhat closer to the passenger seat but it is way back in the foot well. Had to position myself like a contortionists on my passenger seat to get to the filter. But I got it done in less than 20 mins. even the most difficult part of fitting the trim piece back in the end was easy. Thanks for the video. you saved the day. Next I think I will try do my own oil change and spark plugs.

[@TheWrenchLab]

Hahah that's why I apologized for the camera work. Glad I could help! That's why I do this.

[@ap9417]

Thanks for the video! I bought a M235 recently and i can't find out where the cabin filter was... Before a owned a M3 E46, at this car it is in the engine 'room'. Now it's clear to me, and i repaced the filter. Thanks!

[@TheWrenchLab]

Great taste in cars! Thanks for checking out my channel. 👍

[@tlidontknow4326]

finally some day later, I’ll do all the things that you showed in your video. So please teach us more!

[@davidr3729]

Jesus i just got a 228i and found your channel you got everything i was questioning already in your channel 👍👍 appreciate what your doing man

[@TheWrenchLab]

Thanks and congrats! Hit me up on any of the videos if you have any questions. I'm usually quickly to respond.

[@dr.michaelj.stefano8113]

no bolts under my glove how is everyone saying how good this is. only tabs ther and a sticker indicating that this is where the airbag is.

[@dbquek]

Thank you, great video and very helpful, just changed my today.

[@kayleejones3570]

BTW this is my uncle who makes these videos.

[@r0beh280]

Nice, assuming this will be the same for my m2, will try tomorrow! Great video

[@dulalg18]

Why do German companies make it such a hassle to do simple things like changing a cabin air filter? Anyway thanks for the video, recently purchased a M235i, so all the videos are a great help.

[@TheWrenchLab]

Getting the panel back in the proper place wasn't that bad. Glad you liked the video! Anything you'd like to see a video on?

[@dulalg18]

@@TheWrenchLab At the moment it's really advanced lol, replacing the front cross member. It's a tough job, maybe in the future if you are doing some kind of major repair.

[@TheWrenchLab]

@@dulalg18 yeah, that's definitely not an easy diy! Hope you can get it done without any issues! Good luck Dulal!

[@thepodbaydoorshal]

Try Japanese cars bro... German cars are pretty logical in comparison...

[@TheWrenchLab]

My Prius is behind the glove box. Takes less than a min to swap it out.

[@jaimefilho3679]

Your tips helped me a LOT ! thank you man :)

[@kbc213700]

Man, I am just doing RESEARCH on buying a 240i and found your vid. Great! I hope you have more - if I end up buying it. Any overall advice on buying a used 2017 with about 18000m on it?

[@TheWrenchLab]

On any used car one of my biggest pieces of advice is having the inspected by a trusted shop or mechanic. With that, even if there is a clean Carfax, there is a chance something wasn't reported, or it hasn't hit there system yet. That can even happen at ANY dealer. Is there a warranty on the vehicle? Get the vin and call a BMW dealer to ask about it. I bought mine from Carmax but some items were was still covered under BMW's warranty. Carmax also does a type of 30 day warranty on certain items. I would do some research into different options that are available. There are things that my car has that other M235i's don't, that I just figured were standard features. There are a few big differences between the M235 and the M240 one being the motor. Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3WopIhme86habc The B58 motor has tons of potential. If I were in the used car market, I would be looking into the M240i tbh! This topic could be a whole video based on my opinion and knowledge of buying a used BMW. Do your research and I hope you find a great car! Thanks for checking out my channel! 🙏If you do get a BMW I'm hope you can find some of my videos helpful. 😁 🤙

[@CartubeCoIl]

Thanks, easy and simple.

[@jamescotter6708]

Great Video and Demo. Thank you

[@GrahamQuigley]

Yo Mikey!!! Had to come back here and check yo tool list for this yearly task. Hope all's well brother! Absolutely loving my car.. I'm still madly in love with her. How you doing man?! Anything new coming down the pipeline?? Bless up!

[@TheWrenchLab]

Graham! These cars are so underrated! Such a joy to drive! It's definitely been a rough year. I'm getting back in the saddle here and am currently putting a few videos together. I need to get back on this grind and start putting out videos. Valve cover gasket coming soon! Hope you and yours are doing well also! 🙏

[@GrahamQuigley]

Haha.. I'm back here another year later, your videos keep on giving!! 🤙🙌 Sending my best.

[@TheWrenchLab]

Graham!! Yo! I just parted ways with the M235 two weeksago. Sad day, but it was just time to let it go, while the used car market is still hot. Bittersweet. I'm probably going to wait until next summer before I get another weekend/ run car. I've always wanted a big old 7 series... we'll see!

[@mybabymxx2944]

just found your vid and my air filter needs to be changed like last year. wasn’t able to find the vid you were speaking about in the beg. not much of diy but want to attempt this instead of spending hundreds at bmw. what filter do you have...the micronaid or mann? are they equally as good and just paying for the name brand? thanks man!

[@TheWrenchLab]

The quality is a little different based on price. Order both, return one? I'd advise on getting one with the carbon/charcoal in it. They help with any funky oders in the car... Like my musky whip! In the beginning, in was just referencing all the parts I had ordered for the megabuild videos. 😁

[@mybabymxx2944]

@@TheWrenchLab thanks for the quick reply!the one you have is the micronair, the cheaper in price of the 2, and states charcoal filter on the website. i’m assuming the mann filter is not charcoal. so i think i’ll go w the micronair since my car has that funk also!

[@johnj05]

Thanks for the info, tech from texas 😁

[@ame7165]

Awesome video! I definitely need to do this

[@TheWrenchLab]

Thanks man. I'm looking forward to more of your videos.

[@JORGE-jd9oq]

Nice,Change filter real easy after seeing the Video Thank you.

[@TheWrenchLab]

Thanks Jorge! And thanks for checking out my channel! 👍

[@lukecoleman423]

BMW of Annapolis wants $165.00 + tax to change my cabin air filter and $695.00 to change spark plugs. I told them I would be doing those jobs myself

[@TheWrenchLab]

YESSS! That's what I like to hear Luke! 💪💪💪

[@brad8714]

I have 2016 m235i and mine the arrow was pointing to the rear of the vehicle. Does anyone know which way the arrow should point?? Thanks

[@TheWrenchLab]

The arrow should point to the front of the car 🤙

[@worldisyourslc]

Thank you for the videos!

[@TheWrenchLab]

No, Thank you for watching!!! 👍

[@worldisyourslc]

@@TheWrenchLab Your videos have saved me a ton of money vs BMW of Nashville. In process of doing the spark plugs and just finished the cabin air filter. 👍🏻

[@TheWrenchLab]

@@worldisyourslc excellent!!! That's what I love to hear!!!

[@johnj.7803]

Should the arrow on the aftermarket filter (air flow direction) point to the rear of the car? The arrow on the original filter seems to indicate front of vehicle (based on the curvature and which side was dirty), not direction of airflow. Your confirmation would be appreciated!

[@TheWrenchLab]

The arrow points towards the front of the car. 😊

[@johnj.7803]

Ok ty!

[@johnj.7803]

Just went and did mine, kinda crazy how air flows from rear to front within the filter compartment (very counter-intuitive)!! Thanks for the excellent vid, doing everything exactly as shown works perfectly!

[@TheWrenchLab]

I thought the same thing! I did a bunch of research on it to make sure it was right. When you pull the old one out you can see which side collects the dirt so it made sense, it just didn't seem right. 🤷‍♂️😂

[@bmtips9201]

Hi Mike. Brazil here. Master Chips from your Channel. Mike Im new in your channel I hope tou could help me with a problem on meu 535i. The ar condicion front stop working other directions still work. Vent normal and cools right but front doesn't work. Can tou saw anything like It on BMW ? Or what technical data could you share. Thanks.

[@TheWrenchLab]

Under the dash there are several flaps that control where the air flow goes. I think one of flap controllers either got disconnected or broke. The default will always direct air towards the defrost vent to the windshield when that happens. I'm not familiar with your 535 but BMW's are all pretty much the same. You should be able to check that out in the passengers or drivers side footwell. With the fan on, play with the switch that contols where the flow should be going. See if there are any flaps/arms that don't move. I'm not sure what year your car is but check out this link and find your year/model car. If you're good at looking at pictures and finding the corresponding parts, you can try to find the actuator motors/arms that control the flaps. I hope this helps! www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=DT63-USA---E39-BMW-530i&diagId=64_1136

[@bmtips9201]

@@TheWrenchLab Hi. Thanks you for answering. The model is 2011 same twin Power we see on the Channel. Yes the Air came from ALL directions but not front. Thanks Mike I'll check your information. Master Channel. Thanks.

[@TheWrenchLab]

Let me know how it turns out!

[@That_muad_dib]

dude. you rock. good info

[@TheWrenchLab]

Thanks Mason! And thanks for checking out my channel!

[@jaredmeche6325]

Momentum BMW was about to charge me $267 to do this with my maintenance.... bahahahahaha.... Thank you for this video.

[@TheWrenchLab]

That's exactly why I do this Jared! Most of the maintenance is pretty easy, given the right tools, and once you see how to do it.

[@gamerclips1882]

Thanks for the vid! Bmw wanted to charge me $279 for this shit!!! This is an easy DIY

[@ianporter1954]

Thank you!

[@DoctorSkillz]

👍 video was super

[@TheWrenchLab]

Thanks Doc! 😁

[@user-jm9ep3zp5g]

is 2018 X2 the same ?

[@sevenmarc]

Nice video, subbed!

[@TheWrenchLab]

I appreciate that, and thank you!

[@frostyarnie2941]

Cool always..👍👍

[@coromantobass3788]

Hi, does this work on the 228i as well?

[@TheWrenchLab]

Yes! It's the exact same thing! 😊👍

[@coromantobass3788]

Okay I’ll give it a shot tomorrow thanks

[@TheWrenchLab]

Awesome! I hope you find my video helpful! 🤙

[@jemenesk]

Thanks. All other vids were not as helpful as yours.

[@TheWrenchLab]

That's what I aim for with these videos! I appreciate your taking the time to say thanks! And I thank you for checking out the channel! 🤙👏

[@edwardng8148]

BMW 218i cabin filter change

[@musikismylife05]

Anyone know if this is the same on an M2?

[@TheWrenchLab]

It should be the exactly the same.

[@lucyferr5571]

The arrow goes towards the back of the car, since thats the direction of the airflow

[@TheWrenchLab]

No, it doesn't, the arrow points to the front of the car.

[@stevepulse4893]

The day they decided to install this garbage on cars was the beginning of the end. These are the worst possible job you can do on most cars & Noone wants to pay for labor on the tough ones cause they just "pop" in. Useless garbage.

[@day1971]

Typical Over engineered German car, if that was Japanese you will be done in less than 2 minutes

[@TheWrenchLab]

Yeah I'd agree with that. 🤣🤣 I have yet to see a Japanese car that doesn't go through the glove box.

[@day1971]

With Mikey! I change my mazda3 2015 filter under 2 minutes, it is behind the glovebox

[@desrtfox]

Thanks for the video! Good work!