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I have been quoted over £80 by BMW for changing the air filter for the cabin for my 3-year old 530d. This seems a very high price for ensuring the cabin is free of smells and pollen so, unless there is a downside of which I am unaware, I intend not to bother. Presumably the maximum airflow will reduce, but does that really matter?
Asked on 15 September 2011 by JL, Beaconsfield
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Honest John
You might be able to do the job yourself. If the pollen filter gets badly blocked the car will mist up inside because air cannot get in.
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