cabin air filter

[fun4runner]

thanks guys for all the suggestions, just did a small DIY, cleaned the cabin air filter and went to AutoParts to buy a new one, was out of stock priced at 23$, went to walmart and found that they only sell engine air filter, any suggestion buys (23 seems expensive compared to 10$ for a engine air filter).

BTW my vehicle is preowned, today morning I removed the glovebox to pull the air filter and found that the pushrod which the manual says must be unscrewed from the glove box was freely hanging to the screw(i mean it was not attached at the other end and felt that there was something wrong with it)

any suggestions on this observation

 

[Jacobzky]

picture would help us to help you.

 

[fun4runner]

picture would help us to help you.

suddenly my camera has gone blank on the lcd, will try to post one taken with a camcorder camera, but just to give an idea on the other end of this rod i can see the green colored end. thx

 

[fun4runner]

picture would help us to help you.

please see attached pic with the blue circle I am talking about that arm not connected on the other end

i am having difficulty uploading the pic

 

[tkr128]

The rod should have 2 holes in it, the one towards the middle of the rod should be hooked onto the dash panel to the right of the glovebox. Just unscrew the rod from the glovebox, pull the glovebox down (to disconnect the latch where you circled the red areas) and you'll see a small protrusion where the hole on the rod should go.

It's not a big deal, mine is pretty flimsy and comes undone everytime I take off the glovebox.

As for air filters, my dealer sells them for about $18 and oftentimes you can find them on eBay for about $13. Many people have made their own using the filters for home air conditioners.

 

[Jacobzky]

actually unscrew (BLUE CIRCLE) it first, theres only one push rod, then the two tabs holding the glove box, push them inwards, that should drop your glove box down to access your ac cabin filter.

 

[toto]

It's been said above already, but here's the diagram from the 2006 Owners Manual.

 

[fun4runner]

The rod should have 2 holes in it, the one towards the middle of the rod should be hooked onto the dash panel to the right of the glovebox. Just unscrew the rod from the glovebox, pull the glovebox down (to disconnect the latch where you circled the red areas) and you'll see a small protrusion where the hole on the rod should go.

It's not a big deal, mine is pretty flimsy and comes undone everytime I take off the glovebox.

As for air filters, my dealer sells them for about $18 and oftentimes you can find them on eBay for about $13. Many people have made their own using the filters for home air conditioners.

BTW what is the function of that arm on the right side of the glove box (circled in blue)

 

[fun4runner]

BTW what is the function of that arm on the right side of the glove box (circled in blue)

well i guess after fixing the rod i felt the glovebox now opens smoothly rather than opening with a jerk.

 

[jharris2]

BTW what is the function of that arm on the right side of the glove box (circled in blue)

It's a damper so the door opens smoothly and slowly, rather than just dropping open.

 

[kimboy]

I changed the air filter without removing any screws. I did have to attach the dampner back, but, it was easy.

Changing the air cleaner was about as easy of a job as they come by.

I can't believe most dealers charge 20+ bucks for labor.

 

[<<<<]

Try $160 for 2001 Accord EX. It takes 20 minutes there, little more involved than 4Runners. But $160 worth? No wonder why people do their own maintanance.

 

[fun4runner]

Try $160 for 2001 Accord EX. It takes 20 minutes there, little more involved than 4Runners. But $160 worth? No wonder why people do their own maintanance.

but in 7 gen accords 2006 onward i guess it is an easy job like 4runner's, i have a 2002 accord and i have to change the filter and i know it is a pain.

 

[CannondaleMan]

All part of the great automotive conspiracy that tries to force you to go the dealer for stupid repairs like oil changes (supposed to buy gaskets and the like) and tune ups.

Drives me freaking out of my feeble little mind.

 

[aso432]

2004 Cabin Air Filter

When should I change the Cabin filter is there a specifed time?
I have a 2004 4runner.
Thanks

 

[sharp4runr]

check the maintenance schedule: http://smg.toyotapartsandservice.com/index.php

 

[Jeff Kleb]

Cabin Air Filter



I changed my cabin filter last weekend (for the second time) when I turned over 31,000 miles. It was not very dirty, but did contain some small pieces of leaves and some bug parts. It takes less than five minutes to do it yourself, so I would recommend looking in the owner's guide and following the directions. Just don't forget to put back the 'damper' thing that allows the glove box door to open more gently.

The stealership's parts counter charged $23 for it, which I know is a huge rip-off....as that thing can't cost more than a buck to manufacture. It was almost the same price at both Advance Auto and Auto Zone, but they did not have any in stock and would have to order one for the next day.
:cursin:

Anyway, I would suggest doing it every 15k miles or perhaps once every 18 months -- perhaps more often if you live in a dusty area or use your A/C all year long.



My lease is coming up on its expiration and my 4Runner will soon go up for sale. I love it and will miss it, but I am in the mood to get something else. I have kept it up nicely, maintained it well and cleaned it often - so I should get a decent price for it.

 

[Border411]

In case you guys dont know...someone posted making a cabin filter out of a home heating filter (20x24 will result in you getting 4 filters out of it!) I do this for all the time for my car, and since you can buy a filter for $15 ay home depot and get 4 filters, what a deal!

You just place the old filter on top of the household one, trace it with a marker, and cut with scissors. Works great everytime. I also get the really good Filtrete filters, so they filter even more crap out of the air (I have bad allergies). I also use this to make cabin filters for my wifes 2003 Honda Accord.

Trust me, it couldnt be easier!

 

[fun4runner]

Border411, can you share more information how you changed for accord, if you have any pics that would be great.

BTW i used much cheaper air filter (~5 bucks from home depot) and changed it 3 months back, still works good.

 

[charlier180]

In case you guys dont know...someone posted making a cabin filter out of a home heating filter (20x24 will result in you getting 4 filters out of it!) I do this for all the time for my car, and since you can buy a filter for $15 ay home depot and get 4 filters, what a deal!

You just place the old filter on top of the household one, trace it with a marker, and cut with scissors. Works great everytime. I also get the really good Filtrete filters, so they filter even more crap out of the air (I have bad allergies). I also use this to make cabin filters for my wifes 2003 Honda Accord.

Trust me, it couldnt be easier!

I also use the Filtrete filers from Home Depot and cut them to fit.
These filters do a MUCH better job than the standard Toyota filters at a significant cost savings.