where is the in cabin air filter on a 96 SE? I dont think it has ever been changed, will it make a difference?

 

I cleaned mine last year, blew it out w.\/compressed air, shop vac'd the housing.
I don't remember if there was (1) or (2) but open your hood (bonnet) & below the wipers you'll see a black plastic cover.
Remove screw & slide out filter. It was actually easy -- No really!!

 

took your advice and it worked great, thanks!