Cabin Air Filter Mod

[DSKUP]

Just did this on my 2012 CC. Everything worked as earlier reported. I just thought I'd add one thing. The position of the "cut out" area is such (under dash, all the way to the right) that I had to lay on my back on the floor of the passenger side. Being right handed, I found it a bit of a struggle to get up in there and make the cuts. Just a really awkward position.

The kit I bought included instructions with an optional step of removing the top glove box compartment. It indicated there are a few trim clips and one 7mm bolt holding it in. I didn't do this, as I wanted to limit the amount of disassembly. But in hind sight I can see how it would allow a guy to sit upright and look through the upper opening, while working through the lower opening. So take that for what it's worth.

I did notice a slight reduction in airflow, which is just common sense. On the upside, it tamed the noise of the max fan setting.

Oh, one last thing. I had to twist the filter a bit to get it in place, as there is a bit of a dog leg in going through the dash opening to the slot. Nothing major though.

 

[silverbulletO5]

Great mod, thanks for sharing.

 

[Trupiano]

Yeah, thanks for the review. Will help others in there decision, and installation.

 

[Sagebrush2500]

Bump for the new interest in this topic

 

[Dale_K]

I might be doing this mod on the 2012 I bought last week but I have a question for those who have examined the HVAC system. Will this filter protect the heat and A/C coils from accumulating debris coming in through the cowl? I park my truck under some trees and it rains down pine needles and other small trash. I've never noticed much difference in vehicles that had a filter from the standpoint of odors or pollen but I'd still do the mod if I though it would keep the coils clean, the way your home air filter protects the coil from getting dirty.

 

[Birddog]

Cheap mod. I like it! I drive on a dirt road everyday. I bet it would filter quite a bit of dirt for me.

 

[audio1der]

Handed over $44 to the stealership for the door and filter today.
Will head straight to Wal-Mart for a house size, 3M allergy barrier, top of the line furnace filter to cut into 4 to make the next 4 filters tomorrow a.m.
Jesus, our Canadian goods must be brushed with ****** angel dust...

 

[smiley]

Just changed the filter on my Ram and the wife's Journey they were nasty after a long dry summer. Great mod and I am so glad I did it.

 

[6252Mech]

I'm a new 2012 Ram 1500 Laramie CC 4X4 owner, and a tad bit disappointed to find it doesn't come with a stock cabin air filter. Thanks for the tutorial, I went through the dealership and order my lid, and got the Fram FreshBreeze Filter. Now I can TEAR THROUGH MY NEIGHBORS YARDS AND FLOWER PADS, and not worry about my allergies kicking up a storm LOL JK.

 

[09SMOKINHEMI]

lol good to hear!!!!

 

[Ryan12]

Just did this mod was really straight foreward. Box is in upper right hand corner so was kinda tricky. Nice not have the desert inside my truck anymore.

 

[Texasez]

Dodge decided that our 4th Gen RAMS do not need cabin air filtration, this is an easy way to install one so it looks factory.


TOOLS NEEDED:

(1) Sharp boxcutter or X-acto

PARTS NEEDED:

(1) Filter box 'lid'. Dodge part number 68052292AA (About $11)
(1) Cabin Air Filter. Dodge part number 5058693AA, OR, Purolater C25869 ($7), Hastings HAAF1328, or Wix 24578

(These parts are all "OEM" for a 2010 Dodge Avenger, Caliber, Compass, etc. They will not be found by searching in any parts book under 'Dodge Ram'!)

Step 1. Remove lower glove box by gently pulling inward on both sides where the 'ears' are.

Step 2. Locate the filter slot area, which is shaped like a short, fat "T". Using the sharp tool of your choice, cut out the area just inside of the "T". You do not need to cut out the lower 'leg' of the "T", just go straight across. (Refer to pic)

Step 3. Slide in filter with airflow arrow pointing down. The filter, when properly installed, will protrude outside of the slot some. It will not be 'flush'.

Step 4. 'Snap' on the lid. You will need to press on the little 'ears' on each end of the lid (marked with blue tape in pic) until you hear a 'click'. This 'locks' the lid into place.

Step 5. Re-install glove box, and done!

The only "hard' part is trimming out the slot, but the material is pretty thin,,, Just take your time,,,

Future servicing of this filter is super easy!!! Takes about 2 minutes, most of which will be spent emptying the glovebox!
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I couldn't find the filters above but I did find a Wix one.

Wix 24313
$20.99

 

[Texasez]

Has anyone else noticed a sucking sound coming from the filter area. I can definitely hear the filter when I turn up the fan.

 

[GhostRam94]

Just done mine, mopar filter was 21 lol

 

[Texasez]

They told me 30 for mopar. Are you having the sucking sound from your air filter too?

 

[GhostRam94]

i paid 21 lol.... no sounds so far went for a quick drive and nothing

 

[Texasez]

If you get a chance could you give me your dimensions. Maybe they gave me the wrong one. Mines definitely audible when you turn up the fan. If I don't get it figured out I'm pulling it out.

 

[GhostRam94]

try tunring it around... i got the one from the very beginning, gave them the mopar part number and the ordered it for me

 

[Texasez]

I got the air flow arrow pointing down like the door so I don't think it's that. I was wondering if it was too long and got bunched up or something. That's the only thing I can think of.

 

[GhostRam94]

that might be it, take it out and check, never know