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A few compatible replacement filters with their part numbers are as follows: TYC 800178C, Fram CF11663, K&N VF1012, EPAuto CP179, ACDelco CF1179CF, POTAuto MAP 1028W, ATP GA-22, GKI CF1238, Cleenaire CAF179C and Wix WP10074.

No tools are needed to access and replace the cabin air filter.

Note - The earlier model years of the 1st generation GMC Acadia (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and most of the 2011 vehicles) do NOT have a cabin air filter. The cabin air filters were added to GMC Acadia SUVs beginning in mid to late 2011 and continuing on for 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. You could saw out the rectangular black plastic piece and install a filter and the filter cover. The part numbers according to the GM TSB (technical service bulletin) are as follows: Filter Cover # 25837964 and A/C Filter # 20958479 (or ACDelco CF179C).

The first few steps are to sit in the front passenger seat, open the glove box and empty out the contents.

Move to the outer right side of the glove box and locate the black plastic damper arm.

Pull the damper arm forward to disengage the mounting button from the smaller hole and move it in to the larger hole.

Remove the button from the larger hole to disengage the damper arm.

Set the two side stops aside in a safe place.

Once the glove box is out of the way, you'll be able to see the HVAC blower motor housing and the rectangular shaped filter access panel.

Press down the tabs on the top edge of the filter cover before pulling it off.

Slide the old filter straight out of the slot.

If the old filter is relatively clean, just tap out the large debris and remove any fine dust with a vacuum cleaner.

If the old filter is dark grey or black and clogged with dirt, dust, hair, pollen, leaves, insects and other debris, it should be replaced with a new element.

I recommend buying the Fram CF11663 "Fresh Breeze" cabin air filter since it has excellent reviews on Amazon.

I also like how it has Arm & Hammer baking soda and carbon in the filter to help keep the A/C system from smelling musty or moldy.

Slide the new or cleaned cabin air filter in to the slot.

Line up the black plastic filter access panel and gently push it back in to place to secure the retaining clips.

Re-insert the mounting button for the glove box damper arm in to the larger hole and then push it forward in to the smaller hole to secure it in place.

Replace the contents of the glove box and close it to complete the job.

For more, check out my other 2007-2016 GMC Acadia DIY Repair & Maintenance Guides.