Cabin filter question..

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solekeeper

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I just saw I beleive turbo's write-up for changing it, but how do I determine if it needs changing?

Is there a given mileage for it?

Thanks!
 
I change mine when I cant bear the A/C smell...

but Infiniti has it on the schedule maintenance.... I believe it said every 15,000 or 30,000 (not sure)

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I believe Jeff wrote the DIY and posted it up...:wink:

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I think you should change it when you see more dust buildup on the dashboard. Otherwise should still be fine.

As for that stank a/c smell, it can be solved by turning off the a/c and letting it run with the regular fan maybe 5-10 minutes before knowing you will park. Gotta blow out the condensation inside those air ducts! That condensation is causing the stank!
 
solekeeper said:
I just saw I beleive turbo's write-up for changing it, but how do I determine if it needs changing?

Is there a given mileage for it?

Thanks!
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Make sure to use the carbon activated filter instead of the paper one.:tup:
 
anyone tried this one? it has baking soda and carbon in the filter (cheaper price too)

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Product Description
Outside air flowing through the vehicle's ventilation system can expose passengers to road dust and pollen. FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filters can filter 98% of these contaminants (particles ranging from 5-100 microns). Each FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter contains Arm & Hammer backing soda and carbon which are embedded into the filter to absorb odors and freshen the air.

$13.42
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according to frams website this is the correct model number

http://www.power-21.com/FramPower21i/Application.aspx?b=F
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illudezion said:
I just got the charcoal one from filtermaster. Great investment.
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Ive been using those already and I think the key is to wipe down and disinfect the cabin air filter compartment.
I was less happy with the last carbon filter change since I skipped the cleaning step.

I do run the AC off to reduce the smell, but it seems to come back very easily.

this filter I posted fro FRAM seems cheaper to replace so I can do it more often.
 
theMerchant said:
Ive been using those already and I think the key is to wipe down and disinfect the cabin air filter compartment.
I was less happy with the last carbon filter change since I skipped the cleaning step.

I do run the AC off to reduce the smell, but it seems to come back very easily.

this filter I posted fro FRAM seems cheaper to replace so I can do it more often.
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I think I need to change mine out - good thing I have a Philips Screwdriver hahaha
Hey Merch - what do you wipe it down with?
 
Nice find on the Fram one on amazon- I was just about to order the other charcoal filter for the fx on there but will give this one a shot.
 
theMerchant said:
anyone tried this one? it has baking soda and carbon in the filter (cheaper price too)

Amazon.com: FRAM FCF10140 Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter: Automotive




according to frams website this is the correct model number

http://www.power-21.com/FramPower21i/Application.aspx?b=F
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I been using this for awhile now and its works great so far and no smells. I would definetly recommend this filter.
still $13 at amazon and shipping is free if you order 2 or more :tup::tup:
 
I just changed Mine today

I had to go with the Activated Carbon

Mine wasn't as bad as I thought it would have been.
 
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