Replacing cabin air filter

[Hoodzy]

don't have to replace it?! WTF! that' like saying u don't have to replace the oil filter wen u do an oil change it's only dirty?!

An oil filter is completely different then an air cabin filter.. You do realize most vehicles probably pre 2002 don't even have them!?

[wildcard50]

Just replaced my cabin filter and I am not impressed with the oem filters, the material looks so porous that it will allow big particles and pollen through , waiting for fram and 3m to make a better aftermarket cabin air filter for the 2010's

[pacmann33]

^It's tough because anything more restrictive will reduce flow. The dinky fans in cars these days can't blow a fart off a blonde chick!

It's main function is just to stop leaves and such from getting to the AC coils, nothing more. No air quality benefits at all. Changing the filter is simply to allow your AC to work more efficiently.

If you make the filter more restrictive, the fan will not have to work as hard, but it won't move as much air. Weird concept but it's true.

What is more embarrassing is the terrible amount of blow-by past the OEM filters. They don't seal very well. I added some foam gasket to improve the seal. I wouldn't recommend doing that unless you know what you're doing though....

[MikeyGT]

Is there any good after market cabinet filters for 04-09 3s?

[wildcard50]

Is there any good after market cabinet filters for 04-09 3s?

plenty.Fram has one ,wicks and i think 3m.and at half the cost of the oem mazda filters
just check your local autoparts supplier like nappa.

[standsideways]

Is there any good after market cabinet filters for 04-09 3s?

I use the napa c.a.f. And it seems decent..they cost me 1/2 the price mazdas filter costs.

[FLIPDADY]

They're all the same shit.....OEM filter is better quality. Check them if you haven't replaced it yet.

[06silver3]

How can I tell if I have a cabin filter in my car?
I just bought it - it is an '06 hatchback.

[Hoodzy]

How can I tell if I have a cabin filter in my car?
I just bought it - it is an '06 hatchback.

If it has A/c then you have one.

[cwp_sedan]

If it has A/c then you have one.

Where did you hear that? I didn't think 04-05 had them at all. I'm pretty sure 06+ have them though. All models.

[Hoodzy]

Where did you hear that? I didn't think 04-05 had them at all. I'm pretty sure 06+ have them though. All models.

Sorry ya 06 and up.. is a/c standard??

[cwp_sedan]

Sorry ya 06 and up.. is a/c standard??

No it's not standard.

[FLIPDADY]

Even if your car didn't come with one you can add it.

[cwp_sedan]

Even if your car didn't come with one you can add it.

Yep! Thanks for adding that Joe. Definitely good for those who don't know.

[iGOzoom]

Funny this came up, I was told by Prima Mazda today while getting my oil change that on my next service I have to get it replaced. Any idea on what the price is?

[MistaChin]

Funny this came up, I was told by Prima Mazda today while getting my oil change that on my next service I have to get it replaced. Any idea on what the price is?

IIRC around $120

[r4BBiT]

I see one here for $27.57.

http://www.autopartsway.ca/PartList..../pagenum1/tabS

[cwp_sedan]

IIRC around $120

+1. Yeah it's something around that installed at the dealer.

[rzapata]

I see one here for $27.57.

http://www.autopartsway.ca/PartList..../pagenum1/tabS

Damn shipping is $15.99..

Does anyone know how much do the OEM ones go for if we get it from FLIPDADY?

[RedRaptor]

The OEM filter is around $30+ but the service itself is expensive. I was charged $40 from a local popular mechanic for just the service and he mentioned its a lot of work to get to.

If your car didn't come with one, get one installed. Its worth it.

[rzapata]

The OEM filter is around $30+ but the service itself is expensive. I was charged $40 from a local popular mechanic for just the service and he mentioned its a lot of work to get to.

If your car didn't come with one, get one installed. Its worth it.

If it's only $30 then I would rather go with OEM than that part from auto parts way. I got to get one and ask Jimmy to install them.

[r4BBiT]

The OEM filter is around $30+ but the service itself is expensive. I was charged $40 from a local popular mechanic for just the service and he mentioned its a lot of work to get to.

If your car didn't come with one, get one installed. Its worth it.

I had the pleasure of cleaning my out when when my blower fan started making some noise and it is not a lot of work, at least for 2010+. It took me 15 minutes first time, but for someone that know exactly what to do it should only take 5 minutes.

[cwp_sedan]

I had the pleasure of cleaning my out when when my blower fan started making some noise and it is not a lot of work, at least for 2010+. It took me 15 minutes first time, but for someone that know exactly what to do it should only take 5 minutes.

2010+ have a different setup. It's much more difficult on the 04-09.

[r4BBiT]

Ah, okay.

[Pyro]

how much is an aftermarket one at say Canadian Tire?
i wrote down these part #s because I'm planning to have it replaced with my next oil change, but I'm not sure which is the right one

FRAM CF 10218
Wix 24482
Purolator C15873