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Bosch C3806WS Cabin Air Filter
| Brand | Bosch C3806WS |
|---|---|
| Activated Carbon Pre-Filter For Odor Removal | Yes |
| Automotive Item Type | OEM Standard Part |
| Automotive Material | Foam |
| Cabin Filter Type | Charcoal |
| Filter Media Material | Activated Charcoal |
| HEPA Filter | No |
| Height | 1.141732 |
| Previously cataloged as # | C3806 |
| Recommended Replacement Interval | 12000 mi |
| Width | 6.456693 |
| Product line | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| Fits | Saab · 11 vehicles |
OEM standard part. Built as a direct cabin air filter replacement.
5-layer design. Adds extra coverage for cleaner cabin air.
Activated carbon media. Helps absorb odors and harmful gases.
Bosch Cabin Filter for Saab 9-3 and 9-3X
Bosch C3806WS is a cabin air filter with activated carbon media for vehicles equipped with the Bosch Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon line. It is built for 2003-2011 Saab 9-3 and 2010-2011 Saab 9-3X applications, with a 5-layer design that adds odor-absorbing carbon and an extra cover layer for added cabin air protection.
Key Features
- Activated charcoal filter media for cabin air filtration
- 5-layer construction with an additional carbon layer for odor reduction
- Captures gases and odors such as ozone, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide, and hydrocarbons
- OEM standard part for direct replacement service
- Fits Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-3X applications listed below
- Previously cataloged as Bosch C3806
Product Details
The Bosch Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon line is built around multi-layer filtration for passenger compartment air quality. Bosch C3806WS uses activated charcoal media and a charcoal cabin filter design to help reduce outside odors and airborne contaminants entering the HVAC system. For Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-3X owners, Bosch C3806WS provides an OE-standard cabin air filter solution for routine HVAC service.
Fits 2003-2011 Saab 9-3, N/A. Fits 2010-2011 Saab 9-3X, N/A. This part cross-references Bosch C3806 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Unpleasant odors entering the cabin through the HVAC system
- Reduced cabin air freshness during normal driving
- Dust and airborne debris passing through the ventilation intake
- Service intervals that call for cabin filter replacement
- HVAC airflow restriction caused by a loaded filter
Installation Notes and Tips
Replace the cabin air filter at the recommended 12,000-mile interval or sooner if airflow drops or odors increase. Confirm the vehicle application before installation on Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-3X models, and follow the vehicle service procedure for the cabin filter location.
Quality Assurance
Bosch designs this cabin filter as an OEM standard part with a multi-layer activated carbon construction for consistent HVAC filtration performance.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2011 | Saab | 9-3X | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2010 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2010 | Saab | 9-3X | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2009 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2008 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2007 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2006 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2005 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2004 | Saab | 9-3 | — | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
| 2003 | Saab | 9-3 | Sedan | N/A | Cabin Filter, Activated Carbon |
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