DIY - Cabin Micron Air Filter Installation w/ pic

[abram2001]

Hey I wanted to start this DIY for those who want to change the filter for our cabin re-circulating air. It cost me only 3.99 plus tax and about less than half an hour for install to do this custom change. Do this at your own risk. Good Luck to all you Do It Yourselfer's.

Step 1:
Open the glove box, and remove the 2 locking tabs (GREEN ARROW)on the both sides of the compartment. Remove the four indicated screws ((RED ARROW)and close the glove box.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3364/3569582063_5d4c2537e6.jpg?v=0
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_3_full.jpg

Step 2:
Remove the right side fuse access panel. Then proceed to remove the two bottom screws indicated (one black screw, and one gold screw).
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3350/3570393928_6707553f6a.jpg?v=0
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_4_full.jpg

Step 3:
Remove the center access panel under the radio. After successfully removing the cover, remove the screw on the right side indicated in the picture.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3570393948_9761a6b861.jpg?v=0
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_5_full.jpg

Step 4:
Carefully pull off the panel directly below the glove compartment. Then remove the three screws under the glove box indicated in the picture
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3353/3570422454_87698c175e.jpg?v=0
Photo from: http://autorepair.about.com/library/faqs/bl532g.htm
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_6_full.jpg

Step 5:
Now remove the three screws on the flat bar. And proceed and move the metal bar out of the way of the air filter box. Once the metal bar is out of the way, pull out the entire glove box. This allows for easy access to the filter housing.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3594/3569618525_7a23a0a211.jpg?v=0
Photo from: autorepair.about.com/library/faqs/bl038g.htm
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_7_full.jpg

Step 6:
Pop up the the access door to the filter housing. (There is a tab at the bottom of the door, pull it forward). Proceed and remove the bottom half of the filter first, and then the second. Try to rember that the air flow is going from right to left.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3630/3569618539_4544411c7d.jpg?v=0
Photo from: autorepair.about.com/library/faqs/bl038g.htm
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_8_full.jpg

Step 7:
Purchase a Micron filter sheet from Target, Walmart, Home Depot or wherever. In the picture you see on the bottom the two filter cases. And on the top a brand new filter sheet. Its only 3.99 and I can do this project multiple time. Pull out the old filter from the white case. Notice how dirty it is. This is a filter after 2 years.
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_9_full.jpg

Step 8:
Cut the sheet to fit in white cases nice and tight with no gaps at the inner wall and filter. I used some masking tape to seal off the inner wall and filter so everything passes through the filter. The filter on the left is the top side. And the filter on the right shows the bottom side. Make sure the filter and the case have air flow in the same direction. Now put the new filters back in. And reverse your steps and close everything nice and snug. Turn on the AC and ENJOY THE CLEAN AIR
http://images.cardomain.com/member_img_a/339000-339999/339482_10_full.jpg

[maccordownr]

does anyone know of the cheapest online place to purchase the air filters for the air conditioning???
thanks

[bachviet]

Originally posted by maccordownr on May 4th, 2003 at 04:51 PM

does anyone know of the cheapest online place to purchase the air filters for the air conditioning???
thanks

www.hparts.com
www.hondaautomotiveparts.com

[maccordownr]

thanks :up:

[smokinthecivics]

there is filters for the AC?

[abram2001]

Originally posted by smokinthecivics on May 8th, 2003 at 10:14 PM

there is filters for the AC?


yes there is :) clean em, if you need more help, just pm me.

[HeavenOnAStick]

Help~

How do you remove the center part? I had a hard time removing the parts off so I stopped.

[Loulax07]

i would also recommend this: while u got everything open, put some weatherstrippin on ****, to prevent any future rattles
cant hurt

[abram2001]

If you are talking about the plastic panel underneath the radio, then you have to stick a thin or flat object like a screwdriver, and pry it off very carefuly. I also recommend wrapping the screwdriver head with a napkin so you dont scratch the platic. Dont be afraid. Once you loosen the top half of the plastic, just use some muscle to push it down, and it will release out of the clips in the back :) be careful

[Loulax07]

abram-between me and u, we r givin a seminar over here!
and u gotta get AIM so we can chat

[abram2001]

Originally posted by Loulax07 on May 14th, 2003 at 03:45 PM

abram-between me and u, we r givin a seminar over here!
and u gotta get AIM so we can chat


I do have aim, just im me

[DV8]

when should this be done?? in like 2 years?

1 year?

[abram2001]

honda recommends every two years, but I say every year is cool :)

[HeavenOnAStick]

Hm...I took the thin gray part (w/ 3 screws) under the filter out.


And I see two large black boxes.
One above the gray metal and one below the gray metal.

So which one is the a/c filter box and do you pull it down ?

[abram2001]

Originally posted by HeavenOnAStick on June 14th, 2003 at 03:58 AM

Hm...I took the thin gray part (w/ 3 screws) under the filter out.


And I see two large black boxes.
One above the gray metal and one below the gray metal.

So which one is the a/c filter box and do you pull it down ?



did u remove the glove box?? it has to come out, and the a/c filter housing is the one with a long rectangular cover. Its most probably the lower one. It is the only thing with a door like I mentioned.

and you dont pull it dow, you pop the side tabs, and pull it towards you. Look at pic #6

[HeavenOnAStick]

Glad to see you.

In pic #6, I am confused.
First of all, you pull the glove box out? Right now, I tried to pull the glove box out (pushing it from below to come out on the top) and it would budge but wouldn't come out. Should I try harder or am I doing it wrong?

And the filter box, I see the tab and pulled it upward, towards me but that didn't do much. :confused:

[abram2001]

there is a harness attached to the left side of the glove box, make sure you remove the 4 tops screws on the glove box, and the other 3 below it. You must be forgetting one of the scres.

and you need to remove the grey bar in between the two black boxes, because the glove box is also attached to it.

[HeavenOnAStick]

I need to detach the harness on the left side? I don't remember, going to check now. And I removed all the screws mentioned in the pictures.

And got the grey bar removed for now.

[abram2001]

there are two gray metal bars you need to remove, and the harnes is behind the interior courtesy light on the left side of the glove box, it controlls the light, if you did everything I said, then just use a little muscle.

[HeavenOnAStick]

Oh!

How the heck do you take out the harness?
I tried everything.

[abram2001]

all harness remove with a squeeze tab on the side, its very easy.

while squeezing down on the tab, jiggle the harness, and pull it out the same time. That is the easiest way.

[Plumaccordcoupe]

Great DIY abe :up2:

Where were you July last year :D .

[abram2001]

making 30 useless threads, and almost getting banned :)

[maccordownr]

Does anyone know the Honda part number for the air conditioner filters?

thanks in advance

[abram2001]

Originally posted by maccordownr on August 26th, 2003 at 12:01 AM

Does anyone know the Honda part number for the air conditioner filters?

thanks in advance


Part # 544769 (or if that doesnt work, try 80291-S84-A01 544769)

the best price I have seen is 10.71 for one filter, keep in mind you need to purchase 2 of them. Here is the link

http://www.hparts.com/cgi-bin/honda/80291-S84-A01%20544769?;;/acc_lookup.php3?search_cat=parts&vcode=011631&model=Accord&style=4DR+Sedan+V6&trim=EX&year=2001&country=1

[AccorDance]

where are all the pics?

[abram2001]

I will try to get them up today, sorry bout that.

[abram2001]

wth, all my pics magically re-appeared :)

[acordcoupe4u2nv]

great diy, my a/c has been smellin kinda dusty or something odd, gonna try this out and hopefully this will solve the problem.

[Accord_V6_400m]

Great DIY Abram2001! What do yuo guys think of this link here?
Its Frams explanation on how to remove the stuff etc w/0 pics though

http://www.fram.com/tech/CF8603Installation.pdf

[Accord_V6_400m]

Cool, I finally finished the project. The air smells great! I wish I used a 1.5" thick filter instead though thats the OEM size. It was a bit*h taking out the stuff, I even encountered a problem where the doors wouldn't unlock or lock properly and the right window stutered as they went up or down when controlled via drivers side. Everything worked out though and there are no problems, hey now my windows dont fog up :D

[DaBenz7898]

Originally posted by abram2001 on September 21st, 2003 at 04:28 AM

Part # 544769 (or if that doesnt work, try 80291-S84-A01 544769)

the best price I have seen is 10.71 for one filter, keep in mind you need to purchase 2 of them. Here is the link

http://www.hparts.com/cgi-bin/honda/80291-S84-A01%20544769?;;/acc_lookup.php3?search_cat=parts&vcode=011631&model=Accord&style=4DR+Sedan+V6&trim=EX&year=2001&country=1


would autozone, advanced autoparts, or other stores like that carry these filters?

[abram2001]

almost every good auto parts store carries canin air filters, but its prolly cheaper to DIY or buy online. I was quoted 19.99 each for purolator at pepboys. :(

[DaBenz7898]

i did this today.....thanks abe, great DIY :up:

man my fliters were dirty....3 1/2 years :shock:

[abram2001]

lets go guys and gals... change your a/c filters!!!! :up:

[DaBenz7898]

i changed my filter, but i still get a weird smell sometimes.......do you think i should put in some sort of air freshner in there to make it smell better?

[ironmonkey]

A/C time ! Already changed my totally clogged & dirty filters yesterday using this FAQ. Thanks Abram2001. :woot:

Just a reminder. Did everybody run their AC every week to keep the seals lubed and leak free? Yes, even in the winter, run it for about 10mins every week. It gets the compressor oil flowing in the system and prevents the seals from drying out.

[Plumaccordcoupe]

Originally posted by DaBenz7898 on June 25th, 2004 at 05:56 PM

i changed my filter, but i still get a weird smell sometimes.......do you think i should put in some sort of air freshner in there to make it smell better?


Does it happen when you leave the car outside after its rains? If so I also get that smell. It's like a musky mildew smell that went away for a while when I had my A/C filters replaced but came back (about 6 months after I had them replaced). It does go away after running the A/C for a few minutes so it's not really a problem for me. I do need to change them again though :p .

[DaBenz7898]

Originally posted by Plumaccordcoupe on June 29th, 2004 at 07:09 PM

Does it happen when you leave the car outside after its rains? If so I also get that smell. It's like a musky mildew smell that went away for a while when I had my A/C filters replaced but came back (about 6 months after I had them replaced). It does go away after running the A/C for a few minutes so it's not really a problem for me. I do need to change them again though :p .


it goes away after i run the ac for a while......and i have to always park my car outside....i live in an apartment complex without any garages :( man, i miss my heated/ac'ed garage at my dad's house :( i remember working on my car in the middle of the night during a blizzard at my dad's house :D aaah, the good ole' days

[Loulax07]

just changed mine after 40k miles, damn were they dirty
took my 30mins or less for this (i've taken out my glovebox many times lol)

[TH23]

My car is 2 years old now with 7500 miles, do you think my filters need to be changed yet?

[Loulax07]

cant hurt

[TH23]

Cool :) It'll be interesting to see how dirty they've gotten after only 2 years with very little use.

[sriram]

Abram2001,
Thanks for your time and effort - I have searched the whole www :) and glad I came across youtr post !!

I 'vent started this yet - Got filters... and planning to do iot tomorrow (Sat)

Before that, I am unclear about Step 3: -
Step 3:
Remove the center access panel under the radio. After successfully removing the cover, remove the screw on the right side indicated in the picture

Do you mean - Under the CD player and stuff ?.... Please clarify..
Which part of the dash you exactly meant -

Thanks a lot!

[abram2001]

yeah, right under the cd player you have that pocket to store thing. If you look in there, you will see a plastic cover on top that you can easily remove... then once you remove that... you will see 2 tiny black screws. just remove the screw on the right that is attached to the grey plastic.

BTW... are you DESI? lol :)

[sriram]

yeah, right under the cd player you have that pocket to store thing. If you look in there, you will see a plastic cover on top that you can easily remove... then once you remove that... you will see 2 tiny black screws. just remove the screw on the right that is attached to the grey plastic.

BTW... are you DESI? lol :)

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ABRAM2001,

I have an additional Honda Casette Player that is fixed just below the CD/Radio Player.. (This is in the space where we can store things as u said)... Looks like I have to remove this too :confused: - 'll see how to do it -

I am an Indian. Are theere many other guys like me in this forum ?..What about you ?

Cheers !

[DaBenz7898]

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ABRAM2001,

I have an additional Honda Casette Player that is fixed just below the CD/Radio Player.. (This is in the space where we can store things as u said)... Looks like I have to remove this too :confused: - 'll see how to do it -

I am an Indian. Are theere many other guys like me in this forum ?..What about you ?

Cheers !

desi's unite :D .......lol......
http://www.v6performance.net/forums/showthread.php?t=881

[Accord_V6_400m]

Puralator makes in-cabin air filters for the Honda Accord, and they're pretty good
http://www.pureoil.com/ProductFinder.aspx?action=AS
C15390 (part number)

I think Fram makes them too but arent in stock, as much.

[sriram]

hi,
i found a site -
www.handa-accessories.com : ordered cargo-net and cabin-filters - got them - installed both.

the pollen / ac filters cost $9.50 each i.e $19 / pair. the make is honda's OEM..
cheaper by 50% compated to the local rip-off bairel honda dealer !

cheaper than the local dealer - and went for it.
chk out the prices... also interestingly most of the accessories are posted with original honda factory install instructions..


cheers
sriram

[Loulax07]

check ebay
i got the OEM's for like $18 shipped

[smolderingwreck]

no pictures??

[donaccord]

no pictures??
Considering how old this thread is, the pictures seem to have died. It would be nice to have the visuals again, since I'm on the 2 year mark at 39K miles. :rolleye2:

[abram2001]

yeah sorry guys.... it seems cardomain canned my pics :(

If I ever get around to doing a change again... I will take new and better pictures.

[Accord_V6_400m]

Here you go this should help a bit, the pics are black and white.
http://www.pureoil.com/documents/Cabin_instr_PDFs/6943570.pdf

[ComptechV6]

yea im thinking of changing mine once i become unlazy

[ComptechV6]

ihad mine changed they were sooooo filthy

[ScorpiOxNY]

Oh $hit!

I almost killed my car trying to replace the cabin filter!!!

I have a serious problem. I can not remove the screws off the metal bar. Its screwed on so tight that I almost stripped it.

As a matter of fact I dont know if it is even the right screws!

Anyone have pictures or advices at all?

SOMEONE PLS HELP!

[ap3e5400]

Oh $hit!

I almost killed my car trying to replace the cabin filter!!!

I have a serious problem. I can not remove the screws off the metal bar. Its screwed on so tight that I almost stripped it.

As a matter of fact I dont know if it is even the right screws!

Anyone have pictures or advices at all?

SOMEONE PLS HELP!

I replaced my cabin filter over the weekend and i also had the same problem.There should be 2 star head screws on the metal bar;one on each side. I removed them using some extra force and they finally turned and the bar was removed easily.I suggest you apply some extra force or use a large star head screwdriver to loosen them up.Hope this helps

[ScorpiOxNY]

I replaced my cabin filter over the weekend and i also had the same problem.There should be 2 star head screws on the metal bar;one on each side. I removed them using some extra force and they finally turned and the bar was removed easily.I suggest you apply some extra force or use a large star head screwdriver to loosen them up.Hope this helps

I pretty much gave up for today. I even snapped one of the hinges on the lower panel. Damn was I pissed trying to remove those 2 screws. Guess Ill try it again next time......

[TH23]

Damn, I don't remember any star-headed screws when I changed out my filters :confused: . Everything was held together by bolts or philips-head screws on mine.

Maybe they changed the screws on the later 6th gens?

[Plumaccordcoupe]

Damn, I don't remember any star-headed screws when I changed out my filters :confused: . Everything was held together by bolts or philips-head screws on mine.

Maybe they changed the screws on the later 6th gens?

Nope, my 99 AV6 has the same philips-head screws your 2002 AV6 has for the lower dash panels.

I pretty much gave up for today. I even snapped one of the hinges on the lower panel. Damn was I pissed trying to remove those 2 screws. Guess Ill try it again next time......

I broke the lower panel on mine too because the instructions didn't show the screw hidden behind the middle lower panel. The instructions were also for the removing the drivers side lower panel so I ended up breaking the wrong panel anyways :doh: . Way back then I didn't know where the filter box was located so I gave up and had the dealership do it :p .

[ScorpiOxNY]

I broke the lower panel on mine too because the instructions didn't show the screw hidden behind the middle lower panel. The instructions were also for the removing the drivers side lower panel so I ended up breaking the wrong panel anyways :doh: . Way back then I didn't know where the filter box was located so I gave up and had the dealership do it :p .

Our poor car.........

[TH23]

What kills me is how difficult Honda made it to change the filters on these cars :mad:

A lot of other cars have a niftly little door inside the glove box that gives you access to the filters. Turn a few clips, open the door, pop out the filters, put in the new ones, close the door, lock the clips. That's it, filters changed.

Stupid Honda :rolleyes:

[Plumaccordcoupe]

What kills me is how difficult Honda made it to change the filters on these cars :mad:

A lot of other cars have a niftly little door inside the glove box that gives you access to the filters. Turn a few clips, open the door, pop out the filters, put in the new ones, close the door, lock the clips. That's it, filters changed.

Stupid Honda :rolleyes:

It's that easy on the 7th gen models. Unhinge the glove box arm which opens it more. Pop off the little cover under the glove box and pull out the filter. Put a new one in and reassemble. No tools needed. Our large glove box probably forced them to put the filter box that far under the dash. I'd change it more often with a cheaper filter if changing it was as easy as the 7th gen Accord.

[superdude]

Here is a link to a website that also explains how to change the cabin air filters (1998 Accord) in details, with pictures!!!

http://www.troublecodes.net/articles/cabinair.shtml

[Plumaccordcoupe]

Here is a link to a website that also explains how to change the cabin air filters (1998 Accord) in details, with pictures!!!

http://www.troublecodes.net/articles/cabinair.shtml

Thanks :up2:

[TH23]

That's a great 'How-To' :) Good pictures and very informative.

I never knew that one filter was for the outside air, and the other was for the recirculated air. Cool.

[janiVI]

The pics dont work for me :gotme: ... nevertheless

is 20 bucks the cheapest price for 2 filters?

[TH23]

The pics dont work for me :gotme: ... nevertheless

is 20 bucks the cheapest price for 2 filters?

Pretty much, unless you make your own filters using the cheap, $3 filters for your house. There's a DIY for that somewhere around here...

[pwall921]

Where is the "intake" for the air that is recirculated through the cabin? Thanks

[Plumaccordcoupe]

Where is the "intake" for the air that is recirculated through the cabin? Thanks

Not sure but I'm guessing it's under the dash on the passenger side.

[Paintballny]

I just did this recently and wow what a difference! Make sure to clean out the filter box area by the fan. Mine was FULL of stuff. Leaves and all that nastyness. No more damp smells after a rainy day. Definately worth the $20 bucks and 15minutes of my time.

[Plumaccordcoupe]

I just did this recently and wow what a difference! Make sure to clean out the filter box area by the fan. Mine was FULL of stuff. Leaves and all that nastyness. No more damp smells after a rainy day. Definately worth the $20 bucks and 15minutes of my time.

You had leaves in your filter box! I didn't think leaves could get past the vent grill where the windshield wipers are :confuse2: . Were they wet or dry leaves (I’m guessing wet)?

[Paintballny]

It was horrible. I park under a tree when home so its really no surprise. I had a ton of plant matter in there. Most were dried up at the time but whenever it rained I would get a musty smell when I turned on the ac/heat until they dried out. They were small but there was a whole lot of them. Really nasty stuff.

[Plumaccordcoupe]

It was horrible. I park under a tree when home so its really no surprise. I had a ton of plant matter in there. Most were dried up at the time but whenever it rained I would get a musty smell when I turned on the ac/heat until they dried out. They were small but there was a whole lot of them. Really nasty stuff.

When was the last time you changed your filters?

[Paintballny]

It was the first time I changed the filters since owning the car.

[Plumaccordcoupe]

It was the first time I changed the filters since owning the car.

No wonder it was so bad. Our manual says to change them every year or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first.

[Paintballny]

That was the only time I changed it personally but I might have been done before by the dealer when I took it in for service. Judging by the way it looked... it was the first time. Car has 41k on it.

[jgold47]

hey abe, any chance you can fix these pictures?

[abram2001]

ahhhh... i soo forgot about uploading new pics.. sorry, ill remind myself to do it when i get back home :)

[BlackAccord03]

hey abe can you upload the pictures again?

[Paintballny]

On a side note... I bought my replacement filters from Hardtopguy for real cheap and they even came with instructions (with pictures) so if you are looking to do this give Hardtopguy a call cause the dealer wanted way more than he is charging.

[tchinhe]

well when I was at the dealer 2 weeks ago they told me it has 2 filters. and cost is about $27. my car has 63K now. I think I should not hesitate anymore after seeing the pics.

[blackhawk411]

I just did mine today lol...cost me 20bux for filters from handaaccesory website i think. anyway it was a ***** to get the glove box out kuz i was being careful I dont want to break things lol esp. glove box. Anyway, I found dead bees and leaves in my filter haha

[Nittanys1]

BACK FROM THE DEAD!!!

I guess its time to replace mine again....

[blackhawk411]

this could be a reminder for everyone haha

[spectro]

Here guys, check this out, thats the part we need from Purolator, and if you look at the bottom on the red tabs, there is one that says installation, click on it, and it'll show you how to install it.

http://www.pureoil.com/smartlink/?partnum=C15390

[Jaegray09]

Let's all give Honda a round of applause for making this maintenance entirely too difficult to perform. I changed my filters this past week, too. $21.40 shipped off of ebay. They came with some good instructions too. If you guys want, I can scan the instructions and post, just let me know.

[Nittanys1]

you obviously havent taken your glovebox out often :D I have taken it out like 40 times from working on fiberglass projects

[Jaegray09]

you obviously havent taken your glovebox out often :D I have taken it out like 40 times from working on fiberglass projects
I don't mind taking the glove box out. But in order to do that, we have to remove 1/2 of the dash... In newer models, most of the glove boxes come with a door you can just pop up and replace the filters in 10 minutes tops.

[Nittanys1]

true...a little window to the filter would be nice....

[kleptodathief]

dam i need to this DIY...i think my filter hasn't been cleaned EVER.... 5 years and 60k miles so far ...but the pics in first post aint working!!! duz anyone have the pics of this DIY???

[Nittanys1]

this can get you started...im looking for more...

http://autorepair.about.com/library/a/1g/bl038g.htm

[Nittanys1]

I just ordered a set of filters :D

[marshaki]

Has anyone cut themselves on the metal bar on the bottom? I got two cuts without noticing until blood got all over the place. The back end of that thing is sharp.

[Nittanys1]

naw I sure havent.....

[Lumpy]

I just changed mine in my Accord and 2001 Highlander. First I did the Highlander. Open glove compartment, then push on both sides of glove compartment to lower it down and give acess to behind the glove compartment. Next reach in, open filter lid and slide out filter ( 1 large filter). Put new filter in, replace lid, squezze the sides of glove compartment and close glove compartment. It took approx. 60 seconds or less and required NO tools. Accord required screwdriver, socket and ratchet, removal of 2 metal brackets, glove compartment, and 3 plastic covers. I took off approx. 15-20 screws w/ about 4-5 different styles. Took 20 minutes approx. to complete and had 2 small filters. Can anyone see the problem here?

[HONDA_99]

its a lot easer on 7gen

[Lumpy]

Thats good to hear they improved on it. Honda service could charge you 1/2 hour labor and it would be justifiable!!!

[Just02]

So, I'm sitting in the Accord right now, staring at the glove box. Everything else went just fine then I got to the glove box and it won't come out! HELP?!

BTW. This is in a 2002 Accord EXV6, if that's important.

Thank you!!! :)

[Nittanys1]

umm unscrew everything and then PULL....

[Just02]

umm unscrew everything and then PULL....


I did. I looked over various instructions and double checked everything. It feels like it's stuck on something. :confused: Are there clips that attach the glove compartment other then than the 4 screws?

[Nittanys1]

you have to squeze the sides in some there are two pieces that stick out from the box to hold the door arms from opening too much. try one side then the other instead of both at the same time

[Just02]

you have to squeze the sides in some there are two pieces that stick out from the box to hold the door arms from opening too much. try one side then the other instead of both at the same time

Thank you! :D

The filters were nasty. :eek:

[slowaccord]

bump. Just got 2 bosch filters for $17.99 plus tax from autozone. Hoping to install them this week.

[ericspda]

bump. Just got 2 bosch filters for $17.99 plus tax from autozone. Hoping to install them this week.

You could seriously whip it out right now, took me 15 mins to do!...

E

[slowaccord]

You could seriously whip it out right now, took me 15 mins to do!...

E

yea hopefully it won't take to long. Its dark outside so Im gonna wait till its nice and sunny.

[Accord_V6_400m]

I noticed most of them are made by the same company MicronAir

[slowaccord]

You could seriously whip it out right now, took me 15 mins to do!...

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just started mine and its taking alot more than 15 minutes. Some of these screws are on there are so damn tight its taking 10 minutes a piece to remove them. Im on the last metal bar and cant get either of the 2 bolts to budge. :(

[ericspda]

Wha, WHAT?

That sucks man, i did mine in 15 mins, but i took my dash apart a few times before, so i had the experience and the bolts are real loose...

If you get real pissed or something.. pop your hood and touch your dam super duper shiney thingey that costs 4k... :D

Or, give it to me.... :p

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[slowaccord]

Wha, WHAT?

That sucks man, i did mine in 15 mins, but i took my dash apart a few times before, so i had the experience and the bolts are real loose...

If you get real pissed or something.. pop your hood and touch your dam super duper shiney thingey that costs 4k... :D

Or, give it to me.... :p

E

took a very long time but finally got it finished after a couple scrapes and cuts. I wonder if this was the first time they've ever gotten replaced. My car is a 2000 with about 94,500 miles on it. BTW I ended up with extra screws in the end. I guess i forgot to put back some of what seemed like 20+ screws. Anyways here are the results. This should encourage all you guys to change your cabin filters!

http://pic1.picturetrail.com/VOL1125/3775740/7794396/225231352.jpg

http://pic1.picturetrail.com/VOL1125/3775740/7794396/225231363.jpg

http://pic1.picturetrail.com/VOL1125/3775740/7794396/225231339.jpg

[chiefy]

damn slow wtf? lol yeah looks like the 1st time! i had some screws left back also but not 20 damn ur console might fall when driving! i had like 2

[ericspda]

HAHA... who auctually puts ALL the screws back? lol.. once you take your car apart, its allways missing something :)

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[slowaccord]

damn slow wtf? lol yeah looks like the 1st time! i had some screws left back also but not 20 damn ur console might fall when driving! i had like 2

i didnt have 20 left. I had about 4 or 5. I meant i removed roughly 20 screws. I was amazed at how many had to come off. I can see why the dealer charges so much after doing it myself. both filters that came out look disgusting.

[99av6]

i didnt have 20 left. I had about 4 or 5. I meant i removed roughly 20 screws. I was amazed at how many had to come off. I can see why the dealer charges so much after doing it myself. both filters that came out look disgusting.

where are you guys getting these filters at? online retailer, or an autozone/pep boys thing?

Thanks!

[Jaegray09]

where are you guys getting these filters at? online retailer, or an autozone/pep boys thing?

Thanks!
I got mine off of ebay, 2 for $16 shipped.

[Steverino]

All these guys getting theirs for <$20, are they OEM filters or aftermarket?

[Jaegray09]

All these guys getting theirs for <$20, are they OEM filters or aftermarket?
To be honest I'm not sure. I bought Micron Air filters, I think Micron Air may be the OE supplier?

EDIT: Seems like Honda does make the cabin filters, too: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/HONDA-GENUINE-CABIN-FILTERS-2-98-02-ACCORD_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33659QQihZ014QQi temZ330074401715QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWD1V

[slowaccord]

where are you guys getting these filters at? online retailer, or an autozone/pep boys thing?

Thanks!

I bought mine at autozone. Im sure pepboys has them also.

[AlanSUFI]

what happened to the pics?

[Nittanys1]

I ate them :D

[FLEX]

pics no worky...

[asdf916]

did anybody save the pics? i'm looking to replace the filters now that I have time to do it. please???????????????

[zany]

did anybody save the pics? i'm looking to replace the filters now that I have time to do it. please???????????????
If you get a purolator air filter, it comes with instructions.

[mick0uziel]

hi the pics dont show anymore, any new link to this, i want to replace my cabin air filters this weekend thanks

[Kiet]

apparently none of you who asked for pictures did not bother to read through this thread.

[Nittanys1]

bump for up to date pics for new members who dont know what they are doing...

[CRV_33]

bump for up to date pics for new members who dont know what they are doing...

well i may tackle this project over the weekend. I'll post pics if i can

[tn2006]

well i may tackle this project over the weekend. I'll post pics if i can

Please post the pic when you done
TIA

[mrgamers]

Guys, i have a major problem. You know when you open the glove box, there are two black clips you have to pry out to reveal two screws? One of the screw keeps on spinning, it won't unscrew. any idea or advice? It on the left side. Any advice? I can't even get it off!! I could drill it, but i need that screw.

I heard that you can use superglue on the tip of the screw driver, but doesn't that just damage the screwdriver? My screw driver are brand new.

[mrgamers]

just to clarify, when i said the screw keeps spinning, it keeps spinning in place. no, the screw are NOT stripped by any means. Like it keeps turning counterclock wise but won't unscrew.

[Nittanys1]

try pulling out on that part of the glove box, what prob is happening is that the screw is too far in that it can't grab onto something to screw out. if that doesn't work you can try the superglue. don't worry about it messing up your screw driver because its not going to do anything. a few scratches on it only gives it character!

[mrgamers]

that true. if i superglue the screw driver and the screw together, how do i ummm unglue the screw and the screw driver?

[Nittanys1]

its not going to permanently bond them...its just glue. If you wish just leave it on there and then when you are putting things back together just screw it back in and snap it off the screwdriver.

[mrgamers]

it doesn't work. i tried plier, i tried superglue. that darn screw won't come out. i am very tempted at this point to drill it out, but i don't want to. ...grr. any advice?

[Nittanys1]

take a flat head and use it to pry out the screw as ur unscrewing the screw. don't give up u can beat that screw!

[steven88]

anybody have another link? pics still don't work :(

[hillaccord]

abrum, will you please fix the pictures, the links dont work anymore, thanks

[CRV_33]

Finally got around to replacing my cabin filter. Updated the first page with pics. Hopefully someone else who is going to do this next will fill in the pics.

anyways here is my filter..currently sitting at 170,xxx miles.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3300/3569594579_c9ff32ac42.jpg?v=0

[chiefy]

DAMN^^^^ lol