Cabin Air Filter @ 19K Miles -- photos

[wireman]

I usually buy OEM air filters and cabin filters. I don't need one for the BS yet and usually buy from eBay. I recently purchased a Honda cabin filter for $21 for my wife's HR-V.

I was surprised when my local dealer said $43 for the filter. That isn't happening with me.

I don't mind paying a fair price for OEM parts. This wasn't one of them.

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[rocks]

I was surprised when my local dealer said $43 for the filter. That isn't happening with me.

I don't mind paying a fair price for OEM parts. This wasn't one of them.

For $43, I'd go aftermarket too.

 

[Dude]

More cabin filter choices.

Background information:
Note: OEM part # is for my ‘22
Original OEM Cabin Air Filter:
FoMoCo JX6A-18D483-HA
G8VTE 665* LESA

Motorcraft FP100A (LX6Z19N619CA): new Cabin Air filters, Refresh95 successor part

Older (compatible, not as efficient) filters include JX6Z19N619BA, FP89, FP99

Prices of the following filters will change based on date you search and selection will vary with available supply. Assumes free shipping with Amazon Prime.

$16.88 plus tax
2-Pack HEPA Cabin Air Filter Fits for Bronco Sport Activated Carbon Cabin Filter Replacement JX6Z19N619BA, 4.6*
https://a.co/d/chpGPCn

$15.91 plus tax
22MRD154716
PC99542P REPLACES
FORD JX6Z-19N619-BA, 4.6*
https://a.co/d/h2X96WQ

$30.62 plus tax
Pureflow Cabin Air Filter PC99542X
4 filtration levels: 1st stage is a particulate filtration media that captures all particles. PureFlow's electrostatically charged first layer attracts and traps fine particles yet allows for high flow of air.
2nd and 3rd stage layers include activated carbon that can stop dangerous gasses like carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide. The 3rd layer is infused with baking soda to absorb bad odors.
NEUTRALIZING FINAL LAYER. The 4th Stage of PureFlow's advanced filtration technology includes copper and silver ions that neutralize fine contaminants help deliver the cleanest air to your vehicle's passengers.
https://a.co/d/0ecBilx

$20 plus tax
FRAM CV12772, TrueAir Premium Cabin Air Filter with N95 Filter Media, for Ford and Lincoln Fits select: 2020-2023 FORD EXPLORER, 2020-2022 FORD ESCAPE https://www.walmart.com/ip/1872500402

 

[wireman]

More cabin filter choices.

Background information:
Note: OEM part # is for my ‘22
Original OEM Cabin Air Filter:
FoMoCo JX6A-18D483-HA
G8VTE 665* LESA

Motorcraft FP100A (LX6Z19N619CA): new Cabin Air filters, Refresh95 successor part

Older (compatible, not as efficient) filters include JX6Z19N619BA, FP89, FP99

Prices of the following filters will change based on date you search and selection will vary with available supply. Assumes free shipping with Amazon Prime.

$16.88 plus tax
2-Pack HEPA Cabin Air Filter Fits for Bronco Sport Activated Carbon Cabin Filter Replacement JX6Z19N619BA, 4.6*
https://a.co/d/chpGPCn

$15.91 plus tax
22MRD154716
PC99542P REPLACES
FORD JX6Z-19N619-BA, 4.6*
https://a.co/d/h2X96WQ

$30.62 plus tax
Pureflow Cabin Air Filter PC99542X
4 filtration levels: 1st stage is a particulate filtration media that captures all particles. PureFlow's electrostatically charged first layer attracts and traps fine particles yet allows for high flow of air.
2nd and 3rd stage layers include activated carbon that can stop dangerous gasses like carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide. The 3rd layer is infused with baking soda to absorb bad odors.
NEUTRALIZING FINAL LAYER. The 4th Stage of PureFlow's advanced filtration technology includes copper and silver ions that neutralize fine contaminants help deliver the cleanest air to your vehicle's passengers.
https://a.co/d/0ecBilx

$20 plus tax
FRAM CV12772, TrueAir Premium Cabin Air Filter with N95 Filter Media, for Ford and Lincoln Fits select: 2020-2023 FORD EXPLORER, 2020-2022 FORD ESCAPE https://www.walmart.com/ip/1872500402

Thanks for the options here. I will save these for future reference.

 

[wireman]

Thanks for the options here. I will save these for future reference.

The filter I took out ended in BA.

 

[rocks]

In a quick search, not cheap but cheaper than $43.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/304867504254

 

[V8 Yankee]

Good info on this thread. As one posted above about using points. I've had my BS for over two years now. I used points for everthing, oil changes, tire mounting, wiper blades, you name it. Now I save the points for other things like tires, alignment, and odds and ends. OEM is good but there is better replacements for less price on the market. Now I have a good list of aftermarket Cabin Filters. Thanks all.

 

[RSH]

The filter I took out ended in BA.

JX6Z-19N619-BA is discontinued.

You can go or call any O-Reilly auto parts and order the Motorcraft FP100A for $22.99. Its the same part.

 

[thomasm23]

Can you give me an idea of what other brands you have used for future purchases?

So your saying that you can actually feel the difference in airflow between the Motorcraft filter and the other brands when you have the blower on?

Ford dealers were having a hard time getting the Motorcraft filter, they were on back order.

I stopped into an AutoZone and purchased the only one they had that fit, an STP filter. I thought that something was wrong with the fan. On high, hardly any air was coming from the dash registers. The HVAC system was on max cool.

A few days later, I was out of town and stopped into a Ford dealer, they had the correct Motorcraft filter in stock. What a difference when you can feel cool air in abundance.

The fan is located below the filter. The fan sucks air downward through the filter. If the filter material is too dense, not enough airflow can move through the filter. I have seen the same issue with GM vehicles.

 

[Mrmike]

Ford Motorcraft FP-100-A cabin air filter. About $24 at O'Reilly's auto parts. Simple 10-minute DIY installation

 

[wireman]

Ford dealers were having a hard time getting the Motorcraft filter, they were on back order.

I stopped into an AutoZone and purchased the only one they had that fit, an STP filter. I thought that something was wrong with the fan. On high, hardly any air was coming from the dash registers. The HVAC system was on max cool.

A few days later, I was out of town and stopped into a Ford dealer, they had the correct Motorcraft filter in stock. What a difference when you can feel cool air in abundance.

The fan is located below the filter. The fan sucks air downward through the filter. If the filter material is too dense, not enough airflow can move through the filter. I have seen the same issue with GM vehicles.

Thanks for explaining your issues. I haven't used the A/C yet since putting in the filter. If there's an problem I sure will report back.

 

[davidg4781]

Ford dealers were having a hard time getting the Motorcraft filter, they were on back order.

I stopped into an AutoZone and purchased the only one they had that fit, an STP filter. I thought that something was wrong with the fan. On high, hardly any air was coming from the dash registers. The HVAC system was on max cool.

A few days later, I was out of town and stopped into a Ford dealer, they had the correct Motorcraft filter in stock. What a difference when you can feel cool air in abundance.

The fan is located below the filter. The fan sucks air downward through the filter. If the filter material is too dense, not enough airflow can move through the filter. I have seen the same issue with GM vehicles.

Which way should the air be flowing? I forget what that location looks like now but I remember when I changed it, I thought the dealership had put my dirty one in upside down.

 

[Dude]

Which way should the air be flowing? I forget what that location looks like now but I remember when I changed it, I thought the dealership had put my dirty one in upside down.

“Air Flow arrow on cabin filter points down towards Passenger floor”

… Air blows down toward the floor

 

[thomasm23]

Which way should the air be flowing? I forget what that location looks like now but I remember when I changed it, I thought the dealership had put my dirty one in upside down.

Just think about where the dirt should reside. The dirty side on these must be on the top. Leafs, insects and all kinds of bad stuff comes in.

This is different than an in-home system where the intake is quite often in the ceiling or wall. You do not get the same large particles, mostly dust.

 

[Chiefthepup]

Just to do a one and done purchase, I bought the K&N cabin filter. I just need to wash it once a year or so and I'm good for life of the vehicle.

https://a.co/d/1qQhFdP

I did not know this was a thing that’s awesome thank you

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