Swapping out the aircon filter in your Perodua Myvi is actually a piece of cake. First things first, you'll need a new filter – grab one that's specifically for your Myvi model, either from a Perodua dealership parts counter or any auto parts shop.
Next, head over to the glove box on the passenger side. Clear out whatever's inside, then take a look at the sides – you'll notice the clips holding it in place. Just give those clips a gentle press and pull outward, and the glove box should swing down fully. Now you'll see a rectangular cover – that's where the aircon filter lives. Press the clip on one side of this cover, pop it off, and there's your old filter.
Carefully pull out the old filter, making sure you note which way it was facing (direction matters!). Slide the new filter in the same orientation, double-checking that the edges fit snugly all around. Then just reverse the steps: put the cover back on, snap the glove box back into its clips, and you're done.
Pro tip: Aim to change this filter every 10,000 km or once a year, whichever comes first. Especially here in Malaysia's hot, humid weather – keeping up with this simple maintenance helps keep the air inside fresh, stops mold and dust from building up, and even helps your aircon cool more efficiently. If you're often driving through dusty areas, you might want to do it more frequently. Oh, and when you're buying a new filter, consider one with activated charcoal – it does a better job trapping odors and harmful gases, so your cabin air stays that much cleaner.
