Dust and Pollen Filter - Very Dirty
#1
Dust and Pollen Filter - Very Dirty
When I replaced the filter in my son's Fit after one year and 26,000 miles, I was surprised at how dirty it was, so I checked mine, same age, but with only 12,000 miles. It, too, was filthy. I'll be replacing them every year now, rather than waiting for the cars to tell me to replace them.
This is what I used. This picture is green, but the filters were white, just like the originals.
This is what I used. This picture is green, but the filters were white, just like the originals.
#3
Definitely! Cars should have had them years ago.
#4
18,000 and mine was very dirty. I'll be doing the cabin and engine yearly, averaging 18k per year. Waiting for the light seems too far away.
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#5
When the car says it's ready, I'm going to use K&N air filters in both Fits. I've been using them in everything for years.
#6
Just .02 cents from a guy you don't know. Hope it helps along the way.
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#8
When I replaced the filter in my son's Fit after one year and 26,000 miles, I was surprised at how dirty it was, so I checked mine, same age, but with only 12,000 miles. It, too, was filthy. I'll be replacing them every year now, rather than waiting for the cars to tell me to replace them.
#9
I think that should be a regular practice, especially since it's so easy to get at.
#10
Not to create any debate because I too like K&N.. Just some advice from a guy on the web that you don't know. Years of parts store management experience talking. 1. Be very careful with K&N filters on cars that use mass air flow sensors. The oil can come off of the K&N and get on the MAF. Make sure to properly dry and not over oil is key. This same statement is true on diesel engines that use intake grid heaters. 2. I was amazed to see the MAF sensor only a few inches from the filter. This would make it even easier to get the oil on the sensor wire. 3. Before anyone believes a mass air fault code or a car running oddly with MAF symptoms, there is an aerosol cleaner specifically for MAF sensors.
Just .02 cents from a guy you don't know. Hope it helps along the way.
Just .02 cents from a guy you don't know. Hope it helps along the way.
The cabin air filter, I've bookmarked the Amazon link and I'll just periodically clean the bug guts out.
#11
One thing to keep in mind about the cabin filter - you have to pull on the paper to remove it, and over time, all that pulling could damage it. Be careful!
#13
19k, here is my cabin filter. It had leaves, dirt and other debris...and I dont park under any trees.
The interval should be 15k tops, not 30k as Honda suggests. Cant complain too much, least I didnt find a mice shit and nest in there like I did on my 2011.
The interval should be 15k tops, not 30k as Honda suggests. Cant complain too much, least I didnt find a mice shit and nest in there like I did on my 2011.
#14
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...gid=1411576362
So I think I might add the changing cabin air filter to the 12 miles box.
Have you check if you motor air filter is in good shape? Have you replace it yet?
Also I read to buy carbon activated filters. They are supposed to be better filtration system with odor and other stuff. Might be good for a dollar or so more.
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Last edited by KikeDiaz; 10-21-2015 at 04:58 AM.
#15
In videos I've seen about replacing that filter, there is always a plastic tray holding it, so it's easier to remove. The new Fit doesn't have that, and pulling on the filter tends to rip it. That doesn't matter if you're replacing it, but if you're taking it out to clean it, you should have a new one handy, just in case it gets too badly damaged.
#16
My little honda did;t come with mind minder but it came with an old manual maintain schedule and I put it in en google sheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...gid=1411576362
So I think I might add the changing cabin air filter to the 12 miles box.
Have you check if you motor air filter is in good shape? Have you replace it yet?
Also I read to buy carbon activated filters. They are supposed to be better filtration system with odor and other stuff. Might be good for a dollar or so more.....
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...gid=1411576362
So I think I might add the changing cabin air filter to the 12 miles box.
Have you check if you motor air filter is in good shape? Have you replace it yet?
Also I read to buy carbon activated filters. They are supposed to be better filtration system with odor and other stuff. Might be good for a dollar or so more.....
I did find the carbon activated fresh breeze filters. Its available locally for me too. The one for the GK is Fram# CF11182. Next time around I'll give it a whirla nd see how it is.
In videos I've seen about replacing that filter, there is always a plastic tray holding it, so it's easier to remove. The new Fit doesn't have that, and pulling on the filter tends to rip it. That doesn't matter if you're replacing it, but if you're taking it out to clean it, you should have a new one handy, just in case it gets too badly damaged.
#18
I just changed my cabin air filter today on my 2015 Fit. At 31K it was impressively dirty, with some loose leaves (small) and dead bugs, so I will change or clean it more frequently. However, keep in mind that dirty filters are actually _more_ efficient than clean filters in capturing airborne particles. The problem with a dirty filter is that it restricts the air flow too much. In a humid climate, a dirty filter could also have some mold growth, so throw it out if it smell like mold.
#20
I just changed my cabin air filter today on my 2015 Fit. At 31K it was impressively dirty, with some loose leaves (small) and dead bugs, so I will change or clean it more frequently. However, keep in mind that dirty filters are actually _more_ efficient than clean filters in capturing airborne particles. The problem with a dirty filter is that it restricts the air flow too much. In a humid climate, a dirty filter could also have some mold growth, so throw it out if it smell like mold.