The cabin air filter in a 1997 Volkswagen Golf GLI is located behind the glove box. Here are the steps to access and replace it:

1.  Open the glove box and remove any contents.
    
2.  Locate the damper arm on the right-hand side of the glove box and gently push it off its mounting pin to allow the glove box to swing downward.
    
3.  Look for the rectangular cover panel on the evaporator housing. It should be located near the back of the glove box opening.
    
4.  Press the tabs on both sides of the cover panel to release it and remove the panel.
    
5.  Slide the old cabin air filter out of the filter housing and dispose of it.
    
6.  Insert the new cabin air filter into the filter housing, making sure it is properly oriented with the air flow arrow pointing towards the front of the car.
    
7.  Reinstall the cover panel and push it until it clicks into place.
    
8.  Swing the glove box back up and reattach the damper arm to its mounting pin.
    
9.  Test the new cabin air filter by turning on the air conditioning or heater and checking for proper air flow.
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