Cabin filter, which trucks get them?

[DeepVee]

Does anyone know if any of the 2016 models came with factory cabin filter. There are "kits" available from Geno's and other aftermarket firms. But, it appears that some trucks already have it installed from the factory. Seems sort of stupid that aren't all produced the same. At least have the box prepared.
Thanks

 

[mtnrider]

I think they started adding them in 2017? My 2016 did not have one. I added it but took it back out as it restricted my air flow too much (2500 mega cab). I eventually made my own filter that was less restrictive but obviously only catches the larger stuff.

I know some people say they noticed no difference in air flow but I sure did in my mega cab.

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[MADDOG]

My 2007 SLT MegaCab didn't have the system. I did install one pretty much as you do with 4th gen trucks that don't some equipped with it.

My 2014 Big Horn crew cab didn't have one. I remember reading about the Laramie models having the slot cut, the door in place and filter installed. So I added it to that truck.

My 2017 Laramie CTD had everything installed when I bought it.

I'm beginning to think that, at least for the 4th gen trucks, the higher spec models have the system installed.

 

[Bobw4email]

2017 Big Horn had the filter door, but no filter installed

 

[LoadedExpressRam]

2014 1500 Express. I too installed one but removed due to no airflow. Even without it my airflow sucks.

 

[HDGoose]

My 2013 didn't have it. I used a razor knife to cut the box open and installed the Mopar door and filter kit the first time. Aftermarket filters the second time. That in in a 2013 Ram 2500 Tradesman CC. The air flow was fine.

 

[Dave2018]

Those that complain about airflow. Do you have the 4 speed fan or the 7 speed? I think that I read that 2017 and up came standard. My tradesman did and it's an 18.

 

[89grand]

My 2019 Classic Express single cab has it.

 

[89grand]

2014 1500 Express. I too installed one but removed due to no airflow. Even without it my airflow sucks.

I wonder why, mine has it and the air flow is strong. I live in Phoenix, and I rarely use max speed (7), and I'm always hot. 5 works great after the initial cool down of a few minutes even in 115 degree weather.

 

[rotwiler]

Added one to my 13 Outdoorsman, no flow issues.

 

[mjscharlotte]

How would I know if I had one?

 

[Salty Ram]

How would I know if I had one?

You can pop out your glove box and look behind it and up a little. If you see the short wide door than you have the option installed. If you see a solid surface with the lines for a cut-out then you don't have it. It's a pretty straight-forward install and doesn't take long to install. I didn't experience any air-flow issue and I tend to keep mine around 72-73 degrees without issues. To me, it's psychologically a better option and gives me satisfaction when I'm thinking that it's helping our interior air quality.

 

[Rado]

My 2019 Classic Express single cab has it.

As mentioned it is behind the glove box . This should help

 

[kjohn23]

I went to change the filter on my 2016 Ram 1500, I popped the cover off and there was no filter. I guess somebody forgot to put one in. I did buy the truck new.

 

[Rado]

I went to change the filter on my 2016 Ram 1500, I popped the cover off and there was no filter. I guess somebody forgot to put one in. I did buy the truck new.

That was very common that one was not installed ! :O They saved a buck lol