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The cabin air filter on a 2006 Chevy Malibu can be found behind the glovebox inside the passenger cabin. To replace the filter, first, open the passenger door to access the glovebox. Inside, locate the damper cord on the right side and unhook it. Push on the right and left sides to release the stops and allow the glovebox to hang down. Behind it, disconnect the light connector. You'll then see the housing cover for the cabin air filter. Remove the cover by disconnecting the latch at the top, then take out the old filter and insert a new one, ensuring the air flow indicator is facing downward. Put the cover back in place and reattach the glovebox as it was originally.
The 2006 Chevy Malibu is not equipped with a cabin air filter.
Yes, that's right, the Malibu from 2006 does not come with a cabin air filter.
Yes, it definitely has one. Chevy did not include it initially due to it being a split-year model. However, most parts catalogs do mention it.
Which type of filter can be installed in the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu SS?
Behind the glove compartment, there's a door for a cabin air filter, which wasn't originally included in the car from the factory, but you can easily install one there.
My Chevy Malibu Maxx LT from 2006 is equipped with a cabin air filter.
That's not quite accurate, but somewhat right. The 2006 Malibu does not come with a cabin air filter installed, but there is a cover where one can be added. It might be compatible with a newer filter model if the 2006 version is unavailable. (I just verified this with my own car)