3M Filtrete Automotive Cabin Air Filters - Product Selector
Many people already enjoy the benefits of Filtrete® Filters at home, but did you know you can put a Filtrete filter in your car? Certain models of Toyota® and Honda® vehicles are equipped with automotive cabin air filters. Most are located just behind the glove box and easy to install. Filtrete™ Automotive Cabin Air Filters can help clean the air in your car. Try it out yourself.
| Make | Model | Year | Installation Video | Instructions | 3M Stock Number | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda | Accord | 2003-2008 | All | View | XC-0038-6939-0 | |
| Civic | 2006-2008 | |||||
| Honda | Civic | 2001-2005 | Civic | View | XC-0038-6898-8 | |
| CRV | 2002-2006 | Others | ||||
| Element | 2003-2008 | |||||
| Toyota | Camry | 2002-2006 | All | View | XC-0038-6938-2 | |
| Solara | 2004-2008 | |||||
| Sienna | 2004-2008 | |||||
| Prius | 2004-2008 | |||||
| 4Runner | 2003-2008 | |||||
| FJ Cruiser | 2007-2008 | |||||
| Toyota | Corolla | 2003-2008 | All | View | XC-0038-6899-6 | |
| Matrix | 2003-2008 |
FAQs for 3M Cabin Air Filter
Q: What is a cabin air filter ?
A: A cabin filter works much like the filter used with your furnace and/or air conditioning system in your home. It is typically located in the air conditioning - heating unit of your car. [Back to Top]
Q: Why would I want a Filtrete™ cabin air filter from 3M?
A: In addition to helping protect your air conditioning unit, 3M cabin air filters help capture dust, pollen and other particles from the air passing through the filter into your car's interior.
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Q: How often do I need to change my Filtrete cabin air filter?
A: The recommended change interval is six months. However, the effectiveness and life of the filter can vary and will depend on the individual conditions in your car. For example, people who drive extensively or drive through especially dusty or dirty conditions may need to change their cabin air filter more frequently.
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Q: How does a cabin air filter compare with a furnace filter?
A: Filtrete cabin air filters from 3M use the same technology as Filtrete furnace filters. Both contain electrostatically charged filter media with both positively-charged and negatively-charged fibers. [Back to Top]
Q: Can I clean my cabin air filter ?
A: For best results, replacement of the cabin air filter is highly recommended. Vacuuming or blowing out the filter may remove some of the largest debris and particles, but the effectiveness of a new product is significantly higher.
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Q: Can a cabin air filter be installed on all cars ?
A: Not all cars sold in the U.S. are outfitted with a cabin air filter. Of cars on the road today, almost half are outfitted with a cabin air filter, and many newer models have a cabin air filter as standard equipment. Check your owner's manual to see if your car has a cabin air filter.
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Q: My car is not listed on the available product list. Are filters available for other models ?
A: My car is not listed on the available product list. Are filters available for other models ? At this time, we have a focused product line for vehicles as listed on the website. However we are always looking for new models to expand our line. Please check back regularly for updates.
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