JLTSX07

Hey guys,

First of all, is there a DIY for the cabin air filter on a 2006+ TSX on this forum? I know that I found one for the Accord, but is there one for the TSX? I'm not mechanically inclined whatsoever, and I'm afraid that I might screw something up doing this. I really hate to pay teh dealership like $70 to do this, but unless I can find a super detailed guide, I don't know if I want to attempt this.

Lastly, should I swap out my air filter at 25k? I just got the B12 code, so I'm thinking it's probably dirty. Anyway, if someone has a good DIY, that would be great!

visuelz

I'm going to try to be brief and simple.

1. Take out everything in glovebox.
2. Push the two black tabs on the side out by pressing on it from outside the glovebox.
3. Use some force to pop off the plastic long piece on the outside of the glovebox on the right side by pressing on the lower part of the piece. This will allow the glovebox to be released.
4. Look at the inside and look for two tabs that you have to push together to pull out. This is the cabin air filter.

JLTSX07

I'm still confused - sorry ):

How do you put the glove box back together?

Lastly, what is the long plastic piece that you're refering to?

JLTSX07

Hey guys,

I found a video, and I think I get it now. I'll screw around with it later on..

Anyway, where is the best place currently to get a new cabin air filter?

Thanks!

Jeff

JLTSX07

Ok guys, I managed to get everything apart, but when I went to remove the air filter tray, I noticed that there is a long horizontal piece (cylinder shaped) in front of the tray filter all the way across. Anyway, I wasn't able to pull the air filter tray out as a result. How do I get around that piece, and what is that piece?

Also, how do you know whether or not you installed those black plastic clips that you initially pop out first and put in last when reassembling the glove box?

Lastly, if someone could tell me how to remove that piece that is located in front of the air filter tray, that would be great.

Thanks much!

Jeff

Wolfy

it is very very easy took me bout 15 min the first time and only 5 this last time.

here is a link to a nice DYI on this forum. Good luck post pics. and some tips for others

https://acurazine.com/forums/1g-tsx-2004-2008-124/cabin-air-filter-replacement-diy-part-s-%2Apics%2A-675564/

JLTSX07

Thanks for the links, guys! I'm having the issue where I can't pull the tray out. It keeps getting stuck on that piece of plastic/metal that is in front of it horizontally. Anyway, I'm not sure how to get around that. It's the piece that has the white sticker on it..

Can anyone help me?

Thanks!

JLTSX07

Anyone......?

Also, what is the little switch in the upper left hand corner inside the glove box for?

miner

Initially I beleive that piece needs to be cut/trimmed off - that is the way it was on my '04.

1Louder

It might help if you could post a picture. I have an 06 and I don't recall having to cut anything away when I first replaced the filter.

1Louder

Is the piece in your way in this picture (check the third pic)?

lcrazyaznl

iTrader: (1)

You just need to move around the wires and make sure the release tabs are pressed mine cameout pretty easy on the video.

I need to redo the video but im sure it helps most people for the most part.

JLTSX07

Yes, it's the piece in this picture. How do I get the tray out with this there? It keeps hitting it... If you end up breaking this piece off, what's the best way to do so?

davidspalding

Get familiar with this section of the forum ... there are tons of DIYs and information FAQs for you car.

https://acurazine.com/forums/tsx-frequently-asked-questions-125/

You may have to move wiring bundles out of the way gently. ... Gently....
Woah. Haven't dealt with that in ages (the weekend I picked up the car). I had to .That's the Trunk Main Switch. I believe it disables opening of the trunk with the remote. Or ... wait. No. I believe you flip that switch, lock the glove box, lock the driver's remote trunk release (by the driver's door), and give someone the valet key. Then the valet cannot open the trunk even with all the doors unlocked. (Normally unlocking all the doors unlocks the trunk as well.) I believe the wireless remote entry fob will still open the trunk. Yes, that's it. It took me ten minutes to figure that one out the evening I picked up my TSX.

You get the prize for asking most obscure question of the day.

DuckDodgers

I just buy them online, usually from a Honda dealer or third party. Acura dealers usually want too much for them ($35 is the best I've seen).

As I remember, a 05+ Honda Odyssey cabin air filter is an exact match...but even better deals can be had from third parties. Buy several to save on shipping and change them every 15000 miles...they look pretty crappy by then!

alex.alm

The 06+ Accord filter is exactly the same minus the thin line of glue down the middle. It is an exact fit and is less than $20 from any Honda dealer. I forget the part number but it is in that DIY thread posted above.

lcrazyaznl

iTrader: (1)

Napa store or autozone has filters their pretty much generic filters even my friend got his serviced it said it was from autozone...

visuelz

There is a tab on each side and u just press them together and u slide it out.

Audioserf

I haven't changed mine in about 18 months, I should probably get on that this weekend. Thanks for the reminder, internet!

Wolfy

hey let us know how they both turn out. I don't like it when threads are never finished, post some pics and any advise that you have for the next guy/gal to do this

lcrazyaznl

iTrader: (1)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmHKnbVZxV8 heres the video to help

davidspalding

There are a number of compatible filters you can buy on Amazon now, usually with free shipping (if you qualify for the supersaver shipping, blah blah blah). I've used ATP, a Fresh Aire recently ... You can find several part #'s in my DIY. ... It's an air filter, I don't put a lot of thought into the brand unless it's one that clearly lets in dirt. If you change it every other oil change, just get one that's easy on your pocket book, eh?

alex.alm

I got a Puralator (sp?) filter at Autozone for $13 and it fit perfectly. Looks good enough to hold up for 8k miles or so.

kingkong222

must be very labor intensive. Is that why you're breathing like you just ran a marathon?

afici0nad0

i just changed mine for the second time since ownership. probably drove about 30k kms before changing this one. man, was it filthy!