The above attached picture appeared to show the filter clogged and filthy. Not necessarily so. The original filter installed at the factory came impregnated with activated carbon. Out of the box, it took on a grey cast, exactly as shown in the picture. As a test, flip the filter over and notice the 'clean' side looks essentially the same.
The original filter was designed for double duty - remove dust and particulates, and remove airborne aerosol contaminants. Replacement filters (even from the dealer) do not contain this activated carbon treatment, and come out of the box pure white. Recently Fram and Bosch have announced plans to treat their cabin filters with activated carbon. I'll bet those filters will take on a grey cast in the process.
BTW-
The old style Fram cabin filter is part #CF8813, and the carbon impregnated one is part #CF8813A.
Still haven't figured out why Honda does not supply the dealers with the exact filter they install on the assembly line. Isn't that why you go back to the dealer, instead of the aftermarket?
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