DIY Cabin Filter Replacement - Page 8 - Honda Pilot

onu2002 · 03-07-2006, 11:55 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by kingkaoppa
where can I buy the hepa filter in Los Angeles area?

Autozone & Pepboys did not have it...

NAPA can order it for you.

CAVBOYGT · 03-08-2006, 01:16 AM

can u just use a sponge or filter for home heater to replace the hepa filter? whats the diff? and do u really need to cut that plastic DIY ?

humanoid · 03-08-2006, 01:42 AM

If you don't cut the plastic you won't be able to remove the filter. I guess you could use another filtering medium, but you would not have as much air passing through if you did causing an inefficient system and thus making it work harder to pull air through. Honda engineers made the filters like that for a reason.

larrys · 03-08-2006, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by kingkaoppa
where can I buy the hepa filter in Los Angeles area?

Autozone & Pepboys did not have it...

What????? There's a Hepa filter available as a replacement cabin filter? Or is kingkaoppa refering to the standard cabin filter avilable from most auto parts stores and the dealer?

Thanks!
Larry.

humanoid · 03-08-2006, 01:25 PM

I think he means the regular filter. I really doubt any of the major chains would carry a hepa cabin filter.

Tim · 03-08-2006, 01:41 PM

I believe the Honda filter is a "micron filter". But then so is a "Hepa filter".......

kingkaoppa · 03-10-2006, 05:17 PM

it was micron filter... my mistake... sorry...

went to the dealer and they asked for $50.00
(also asked VTM fluid change price... they said $50~$60)

so i went to the autozone and ordered one at $32 something... (BOSCH)

will pick it up tomorrow...

thanks for your info fellow members...

Tim · 04-10-2006, 01:29 PM

just replaced mine for the first time at 20K miles. took a little over an hour thanks to the great instructions. filter was filthy........

MiPilot · 04-11-2006, 01:21 PM

Since I had to remove the glove box to install the PIE X3 adapter last Sunday, I replaced the cabin filter at the same time. It took me about half an hour with the excellent instructions from this site and a rotary cutting tool. I got the Bosch filter from Murray's for $19.99. The original filter was really dirty. I plan to replace it every year.

Layspeed · 04-28-2006, 07:39 AM

Just what I needed! Thanks! I was afraid I'd have to remove the whole dash...

sillec · 05-29-2006, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by john802

I wish honda engineers design it like the '03 accord. You spend 5 minutes tops changing the cabin filter on that one(tool-less DIY).

Double Amen.

Thank you Hondaman2 and all other contributers to this thread. Don't think I would have tackled this one on my own without the excellent instructions. In reality, not too bad except for that right side glove box screw which was a nuisance but certainly doable.

jdeanski · 05-29-2006, 12:11 PM

Just replace mine today at 29000 miles. Hardest parts were removing the glovebox with the stops in place and cutting the plastic brace out. I was going to use my Rotozip but uses a wire cutter instead. When I reinstalled the glovebox I removed one of the stops.

I also was going to clean my K&N air filter but it wasn't dirty. It looked like the day I installed it unlike the cabin filter which was pretty dirty.

fhoran · 07-03-2006, 12:29 PM

First, thanks for the awesome instructions, Hondaman2. Took me an hour and saved me about $100 (next time, now that I am "experienced" should be less than half that). Filter was filthy. Second, what an odd way to place a filter that needs to be replaced every year. I couldn't believe I had to cut the dash frame to get at the filter and figured there must be another way, but nope. Weird but I guess it keeps the faint of heart without good instructions like these from trying it. Fred

jay · 07-03-2006, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by fhoran
First, thanks for the awesome instructions, Hondaman2. Took me an hour and saved me about $100 (next time, now that I am "experienced" should be less than half that). Filter was filthy. Second, what an odd way to place a filter that needs to be replaced every year. I couldn't believe I had to cut the dash frame to get at the filter and figured there must be another way, but nope. Weird but I guess it keeps the faint of heart without good instructions like these from trying it. Fred

I think it's just a function of how the dash had to be manufactured for installation into the vehicle. But what a pain that first time!

fhoran · 07-03-2006, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by jay
I think it's just a function of how the dash had to be manufactured for installation into the vehicle. But what a pain that first time!

I think you are probably right jay but I am also guessing that Honda doesn't feel terribly motivated to make filters like this easy to replace since they can get $125 (my local dealer's charge) to replace it once a year.

03-08-2006, 01:16 AM	#107 (permalink)
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humanoid Super Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sunny SoCal Posts: 2,970 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If you don't cut the plastic you won't be able to remove the filter. I guess you could use another filtering medium, but you would not have as much air passing through if you did causing an inefficient system and thus making it work harder to pull air through. Honda engineers made the filters like that for a reason. __________________ 2005 EX-L Sage Brush Pearl -->OEM Running Boards, OEM rear mud guards, OEM crossbars, AVS bug deflector, 5000K HIDs, OEM Accord EX emblem, full sized spare, Hella FF 75 driving lamps, Nifty CatchAll Mats <------------ click here first, n0oB!!!

03-08-2006, 01:25 PM	#110 (permalink)
humanoid Super Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sunny SoCal Posts: 2,970 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I think he means the regular filter. I really doubt any of the major chains would carry a hepa cabin filter. __________________ 2005 EX-L Sage Brush Pearl -->OEM Running Boards, OEM rear mud guards, OEM crossbars, AVS bug deflector, 5000K HIDs, OEM Accord EX emblem, full sized spare, Hella FF 75 driving lamps, Nifty CatchAll Mats <------------ click here first, n0oB!!!

03-08-2006, 01:41 PM	#111 (permalink)
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04-10-2006, 01:29 PM	#113 (permalink)
Tim (the other one) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Nassau County, USA Posts: 3,373 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	just replaced mine for the first time at 20K miles. took a little over an hour thanks to the great instructions. filter was filthy........ __________________ The Fleet; 04 EX-L Pilot, Sage Brush Pearl: Chrome Steps, Crossbars, OSRAM "Night Breaker" bulbs, Auto Day/Night Compass Mirror, Cargo Tray, Rear Splash Guards, LED Marker/Signal Light Bulbs and interior bulbs, SS Tips, WWong's pads and a Garmin c530. 01 Nissan Maxima SE, In Leather, 5-Speed, (the fun car), Silver: PIAA Super Extreme White Headlight Bulbs, LED Marker/Signal Light Bulbs The Loonie Twins; (Two) 04 Toyota Corolla LE's , 1) Moonshadow Metallic, 2) Lunar Mist Metallic, side bags, anti-lock brakes and (of coarse) LED interior/exterior bulbs www.albinoblacksheep.com/flash/posting.php

03-10-2006, 05:17 PM	#112 (permalink)
kingkaoppa Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: L.A Posts: 9 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	it was micron filter... my mistake... sorry... went to the dealer and they asked for $50.00 (also asked VTM fluid change price... they said $50~$60) so i went to the autozone and ordered one at $32 something... (BOSCH) will pick it up tomorrow... thanks for your info fellow members...

04-11-2006, 01:21 PM	#114 (permalink)
MiPilot Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: FL Posts: 25 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Since I had to remove the glove box to install the PIE X3 adapter last Sunday, I replaced the cabin filter at the same time. It took me about half an hour with the excellent instructions from this site and a rotary cutting tool. I got the Bosch filter from Murray's for $19.99. The original filter was really dirty. I plan to replace it every year. __________________ MiPilot Starlight Silver EX-L, Air Deflector, Running Boards, CD Changer, Cargo Cover, Cargo Tray, Rear Splash Guards, WeatherTech All Season Floor Mats & Window Deflectors, Sylvania SilverStar, PIE X3.

04-28-2006, 07:39 AM	#115 (permalink)
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05-29-2006, 12:11 PM	#117 (permalink)
jdeanski Drill Here, Drill Now Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Florida Posts: 1,839 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Just replace mine today at 29000 miles. Hardest parts were removing the glovebox with the stops in place and cutting the plastic brace out. I was going to use my Rotozip but uses a wire cutter instead. When I reinstalled the glovebox I removed one of the stops. I also was going to clean my K&N air filter but it wasn't dirty. It looked like the day I installed it unlike the cabin filter which was pretty dirty. __________________ 2004 Starlight Silver, OEM Self installed accessories: Rear Splash Guards, Running Boards, Trailer Hitch with Wiring Harness, Auto Dim Mirror, Cargo Tray, Chrome Exhaust Tips. Non OEM self installed: PIAA Extreme White Headlight Bulbs, USA Spec 6 Disc OEM type Changer, Polk db 65 speakers in front and rear doors, K&N Filter, Hardwired Valentine V1, Redline Water Wetter, Weathertech License Plate Frame, In Channel Weatherflectors, Audiovox Express, Catch-All Premium Mats, Michelin Cross Terrain's, Real Rosewood Dash Kit from Sherwood, Fullsize Spare, Bosch Micro Edge Excel Wiper Blades, T-Rex Billet Grill, Mobil 1 0w20 Oil, TYC clear taillights, garmin nuvi 660 1984 Jeep CJ7 2004 Pontiac Vibe

07-03-2006, 12:29 PM	#118 (permalink)
fhoran Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Walpole, MA Posts: 5 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	First, thanks for the awesome instructions, Hondaman2. Took me an hour and saved me about $100 (next time, now that I am "experienced" should be less than half that). Filter was filthy. Second, what an odd way to place a filter that needs to be replaced every year. I couldn't believe I had to cut the dash frame to get at the filter and figured there must be another way, but nope. Weird but I guess it keeps the faint of heart without good instructions like these from trying it. Fred

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