Certified? Dirty Cabin Air Filter?

[ToyotaPM]

That maybe if this was their only customer but I am sure the shop has may customers and the mechanic has worked on many other vehicles.

You are certainly welcome to your opinion.

The dealer has many chances every day, no excuses, run an ethical business or sell it to someone that will.

If something along these lines is not brought to the attention of someone that can handle the situation, how are the "un-ethical" people supposed to be weeded out? If you bring it to the attention of someone in management, the way they handle it will let you know very quickly if it is a case of a bad tech or the way the dept is run.

 

[futbolking]

I bought my 04 about a month ago from a used car lot but it was not certified. I was curious about the cabin filter and took it out last weekend. It was filthy, like real filthy. Instead of paying 16 bucks at Autozone, I paid 8.00 at the hardware store for a home microfilter for allergens, dust, etc. I cut four filters out of it using the original one as a template. I heard these filters are better quality and filter better than the replacement filters, even OEM from toyota. The other three are now in a plastic bag for future use or for wifes crv.

Very interesting. Sounds like a good idea. Have you done this before? Might have to look into doing this.

 

[stanleybb50]

Very interesting. Sounds like a good idea. Have you done this before? Might have to look into doing this.

I did the same. Just make yourself a template, and you got like 3 for $8.


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[chaz]

Cabin Filter

 

[MikeInNH]

Using a replacement filter from the hardware store is probably a GREAT idea. I think I'm going to try that. The markup for these cabin filters is ridicules. The cabin filter for the 4runner is more then the engine air filter from the same company. Absolutely absurd.

 

[snowbrdr033]

Cabin Filter

That's a great idea. I just went out and got a 20"x20" filter, but later realized I didn't get the 30"x30", will it matter or is it worth the time/effort to go back and get the larger filter so I can get more pieces out of it when I make the cuts?

 

[Hapeacres]

I would just stick with the 20 x 20 since you already bought it. You will be able to get four flters which will last a long time. I hope you got the micro filter for allergens, dust, etc,,, and not the cheaper one. If you did not get the allergen one, than return it.

 

[snowbrdr033]

I would just stick with the 20 x 20 since you already bought it. You will be able to get four flters which will last a long time. I hope you got the micro filter for allergens, dust, etc,,, and not the cheaper one. If you did not get the allergen one, than return it.

Yeah, I got the good filter by Filtrete for allergens, dust, etc. It's supposedly "electrostatically charged" too, ooooooooohhhhh. :banana:
I'll give it a try with the one I've got. I'm still saving money even if I only get 2-3 filters out of it as it was cheaper than buying a regular cabin air filter.

I only need my cabin filter to mark out the proper size and then use regular scissors to cut it? Mine has the small metal on the actual filter itself.

 

[Hapeacres]

I had a hard time with the first scissors I used and then got a better pair. I had to cut through the metal wire as well. The metal wire does help to keep it together better. Its advisable to go just a little oversize so you can tuck it in nice and firm on the edges so you dont leave any gaps. You can always trim a little off the edges if you cut too big.

 

[BlackWorksInc]

I personally don't think the Toyota CPO program is a load of crap. Its just what Toyota calls their Used Car program. You have to realize that when a used car goes through a dealership there are different levels of "used." For example, our dealership is owned by AutoNation and their used car inspection is different than Toyota's CPO program.

AutoNation's 125 Point is pretty thorough, but doesn't mean we check/repair/change EVERYTHING on the vehicle. For example, if in our inspection we find that the car has two different brand of tires, we don't correct it as long as they are above 4/32."

Toyota's CPO 150 Point Inspection is more comprehensive and has strictier guidelines as what vehicles can be "CPO." If there are two brands of tires, the tires get replaced so all 4 tires match, brake pads must be above 50% (versus 3-4mm), small things like cabin air filters get replaced.

As the second poster pointed out, a used car or CPO program is as good as the dealer's integrity. At our dealership all the technicians do a good job on inspections and follow the inspection sheet to the letter. Toyota's CPO program is also overseen by Toyota and the technician, service manager, and detail have to sign off on the vehicle and are held responsible. If you have your CPO File (a copy of the inspection sheet should have been provided) take it to the dealer and point out to the dealership, if they refuse to correct or take responsibility for the issue report them to Toyota HQ, they will go after the dealer for not doing their jobs properly.

I can't speak for other dealerships or other automotive brands, but at our dealership we do a thorough job on our inspections and repairs.

 

[mnmacht77]

I have the inspection sheet which has the cabin filter checked off. The engine air filter and everything else seems legit. Just the cabin filter and oil. I switched it to Mobil1 anyways.

The trade/price was in my favor so I'm not complaining.

 

[run4estrunner]

dont worry about it. They check everything mechanically and make sure it is lookin good, so you should worry about anything major breaking. The cabin air filter is very often overlooked. It takes about 2 minutes to change and cost about 10 bucks.

 

[snowbrdr033]

It is annoying that they didn't replace it for you even though it says they did. Guess they figure that 90% of customers won't actually check it....pricks!

I would recommend buying a nice, Filtrete Allergen filter from Lowe's or Home Depot to cut into personal cabin filter sizes. It's cheaper in the long run than buying the actual cabin filter AND it will work better, especially if you are sensitive to allergens.

 

[KB084RUNNER]

Certified Honda

Bought my kid a certified Honda Civic. The dealer gave me a list of all the work done on the car. They did 100% of the work as listed. Add that to the 100k powertrain warranty and it is a great deal.

 

[MikeInNH]

They did 100% of the work as listed.

And how could you possibly know that unless you actually saw them do it. 90% on those things just say "Inspect". And unless you saw them do it ...all you're doing is taking their word for it.

 

[Flyer]

Easily overlooked- mine was dirty too, so I changed it.

 

[jow]

I got to my CPO 07 T4R SR5 V6 2WD, purchased at 43,000, 15 mo ago, added 4,000 mi since purchase. I can not tell if it was chance at this point because it w/n too bad and I used compressed air on it. Other filters and oil was definitely chanced and very clean. An invoice showed other items replaced or serviced and I checked all and they checked out OK. I forgot to check the cabin filter and wondered if it had one since the SR5 does not have a compass in the mirror.

It was a Bear to get one side’s ear past the plastic. I could see they had ground the plastic retainer slot on one side to make this an easy task. I ground the other side with a drill and rotary file but not too deep past the noticeable plastic (something is not too far behind the plastic, attached).

I Wish! I could get my sales package benefits related to extended warranty at my closest Dealer 7 mi away vs 30 but like 60 due to road construction traffic for years to come. jow

 

[97BlackAckCL]

Just changed my CF last week, and it was also a certified used 4Runner, but still had the original CF in it. It's definitely a mileage thing, as my new 4Runner only had 37K miles on it when I bought it