2004 Infiniti G35 Cabin Filter

It is optional to unplug the Yellow airbag connector, if unplugged as in the video do not turn the ignition key to the acc or on position while unplugged.

In the video tutorials I show you where the Infiniti G35 in cabin air filter is located and how to easily change it yourself. Performing this easy DIY project you can save yourself more then $50. Most shops want to charge $75 or more, they make a profit on the part and the labor. By doing this yourself you will need 15-20 minutes of your time and a new filter. The project is straight forward and the reward is much greater then the risk. Watch the video and you will see how easy it is to perform this change out.

Tools and Supplies Required

Phillips Screwdriver
New Cabin Air Filter
15-20 Minutes of your time

Removing the Glove Compartment

1. Lift the passenger side floor mat and store.
2. Remove the lower plastic cover by pulling down on the outer edges.
3. Remove the plastic nut that is located on the back corner by turning counter clock wise.
4. Lift the door jam molding by gripping the upper most portion and working your way down.
5. Lift the door jam molding off and out placing it to the side, it is not required to remove it completely.
6. Using something to pry with remove the bottom kick panel by prying outward.
7. Once started you can use your hands to completely remove the kick panel.
8. Remove the  Phillips screw that is exposed once the kick panel is removed.
   1. See photo for screw locations.
9. Continue to remove the remaining screws, ensuring you store the screws in a safe place for assembly.
10. Gently pull down on the compartment enclosure freeing any spots that may bind.
11. Grasp the Compartment light (White Plug) and squeeze the sides to remove it from the compartment enclosure.
12. Using your thumb or finger release the white latch on the yellow connector and pull the connector apart.
13. Now remove the connector for the trunk lock by squeezing the connector from top to bottom.
14. To complete the removal I release the yellow connector from the enclosure by squeezing the 2 white tabs inside the compartment.
15. Squeeze each one of these while pushing up wards to free the connector from the enclosure.

Removing the Cabin Filter

1. Do your best to place the free cables that are hanging out of the way to provide access to the Cabin Filter.
2. On the right side of the Cabin Filter Housing there is a tab that you will press to the left.
3. This will release the cabin filter door.
4. Pull the cabin filter door to the right to remove it from the latch that holds the right side of the cabin door.
5. Grab the filter to remove it from the compartment.
6. Discard the filter accordingly.

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Installing the New Cabin Filter

1. Remove the new Cabin Filter from the packaging
2. Ensure the filter is oriented so the direction of airflow is correct.
   1. The airflow direction is from the top down toward the blower.
   2. If an arrow exists on the filter it designates the direction of flow.
3. Push the filter into the compartment ensuring it fits correctly.
4. Install the cabin filter door.
   1. The protrusions on the bottom for the door are used to lift the filter up against the air inlet.
   2. Slide the left side of the door into the slot.
   3. Using your fingers hold up on the filter while closing the door.
   4. Once the door is nearly closed and the filter supported by the tabs press firmly to latch the door to the housing.

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Glove Compartment Assembly

1. Align the glove compartment as you were going to attach it to the dash.
2. First attach the yellow plug ensuring the open part of the plug is facing the drivers side.
3. Depress the 2 tabs into the holes to latch the plug into place.
4. Connect the male end of the yellow plug by pressing it into the female side.
5. Press firmly until the  clip latches.
6. Press the light into place with the cable on the left side.
7. Connect the trunk lock cable by pressing firmly into position.
8. Slide the glove compartment into place. It should stay there without any support while you prepare your tools.
9. Start with the center screws and latch.
   1. Double check to ensure the latch is in the correct position.
   2. If looking at the latch the protruding latch section will be below the screw holes.
10. Insert the remaining 4 screws but not tightening them until all the screws are inserted. This allows proper alignment.
11. Once the last screw is inserted you can check for proper alignment and tighten the remaining screws.
12. Align the lower kick panel starting with the rear first. Align the push tabs in the front and press firmly to secure the panel.
13. Once the panel is in place screw the plastic nut to secure the rear of the panel.
14. Alignt the tabs for the door jam molding, once aligned press formly to latch the molding in place.
15. Take the lower dash panel and align it with the rear tabs that drop down from the dash.
16. Lift the panel pushing the tabs into the slots.
17. Press firmly to latch the panel in place.
18. Place the floormat to complete the job.

I recommend starting the vehicle and turning the blower to manual at maximum speed to listen for any noise to ensure the filter is properly seated into position.