F-003: Step by Step, Cabin Filter replacement 4th Gen TL
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F-003: Step by Step, Cabin Filter replacement 4th Gen TL
For those of you that have replaced cabin filters in the 3rd Gen TL you’ll be pleased to know this has gotten much easier. Here are step by step instruction for this simple procedure that the dealer will charge an arm and a leg for.
Clear the contents of the glove box and pull the center shelf straight out using a decent amount of force
The filter assembly is now exposed. Press inward on both tabs located on both sides of the assembly and simply pull it out.
The filter removes from the assembly and the new one should be reinstalled with the proper air flow direction that is indicated on both the filter and the filter assembly.
Reinstall, you will feel it snap into place
Reinstall the shelf, it to will snap into place somewhat
Put your crap back in the glove box, close, and enjoy some clean air. Hope this helps a few of you
Clear the contents of the glove box and pull the center shelf straight out using a decent amount of force
The filter assembly is now exposed. Press inward on both tabs located on both sides of the assembly and simply pull it out.
The filter removes from the assembly and the new one should be reinstalled with the proper air flow direction that is indicated on both the filter and the filter assembly.
Reinstall, you will feel it snap into place
Reinstall the shelf, it to will snap into place somewhat
Put your crap back in the glove box, close, and enjoy some clean air. Hope this helps a few of you
Last edited by Bearcat94; 09-26-2009 at 06:47 PM. Reason: Clean Up
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Very Nice. Thanks.
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Wow, thats incredibly easy..
Try doing it on a 1st gen RL..
Try doing it on a 1st gen RL..
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Nice write-up. Good to see Acura made it easier to accomplish.
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This is a link for the filter on an 09 Accord. These filters are the same across most of Hondas line up and fit our 09 TL's as well. List price is about $15
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...=HEATER+BLOWER
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...=HEATER+BLOWER
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2014 MDX Tech / sh-AWD
How many miles do you have on your car and where do you live? I'm surprised you'd replace the filter within the first year. I know the manual on the older Acura's suggest doing it every 30k miles or 3 years...
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I have just over 8k miles, I live in the southern san Joaquin valley in California, Bakersfield to be exact. It’s somewhat dusty here during the summer months and air pollution is among the worst in the nation. I change my filter 1-2 times a year. The recommended interval of 3 years/30 miles is way too long for me. Personally I think that’s way too long for anyone. An Air filter that last three years? If I were you I would change it at least once a year. In fact, it wouldn’t surprise me if Honda changes their recommendation for this someday.
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You can also go to a NAPA store and get a Wix Cabin Air Filter part number 24815. Wix is a superior brand than anything OEM would be. If I remember correctly, Rockauto.com has the best prices on Wix cabin air filter but don't hold me on that. Also check out fleetfilter.com they only deal with WIX and if you buy say oil filter and/or engine air filter then the cost of shipping is worth it.
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You can just go to Walmart and get a fram cabin air filter. The part number is CF10134
You can also go to a NAPA store and get a Wix Cabin Air Filter part number 24815. Wix is a superior brand than anything OEM would be. If I remember correctly, Rockauto.com has the best prices on Wix cabin air filter but don't hold me on that. Also check out fleetfilter.com they only deal with WIX and if you buy say oil filter and/or engine air filter then the cost of shipping is worth it.
You can also go to a NAPA store and get a Wix Cabin Air Filter part number 24815. Wix is a superior brand than anything OEM would be. If I remember correctly, Rockauto.com has the best prices on Wix cabin air filter but don't hold me on that. Also check out fleetfilter.com they only deal with WIX and if you buy say oil filter and/or engine air filter then the cost of shipping is worth it.
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This is a link for the filter on an 09 Accord. These filters are the same across most of Hondas line up and fit our 09 TL's as well. List price is about $15
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...=HEATER+BLOWER
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...=HEATER+BLOWER
Sometimes I just love the car industry!
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Funny thing here in my town the Honda dealer charges more than the Acura dealer almost by $10. Only $10 but when you consider the cost of the filter and Honda vs Acura, well, it just doesn't make sense. shakehead
#24
Actually the only reason I bought the 09 TL was due to the fact my wife was T-boned in her 05 TL and it was totaled. long story short I kept the old K&N air filter knowing I would be going back to the TL. I haven't taken it out yet but judging from the looks of the assembly it is not the same. With that said, I'm not even sure I'm sold on the whole reusable engine filter ideal...
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I tried these and they are not charcola, just arm and hammer baking soad, and they don;t seem to do a thing for odor, I see no differcne between it and the sotck cabin filter. I woudl argue that the Fram does not appear to even filter as much dust out, but that is just my opinion.
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