Cabin Filter Mod
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Cabin Filter Mod
I found some info about this mod on another forum. Here is a copy of that write up with pics:
As many of you know, Dodge decided that our 4th Gen RAMS do not need cabin air filtration.
I disagree.
Fortunately enough, it is very easy and rather inexpensive to add this feature to our RAMS.
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!
As many of you know, Dodge decided that our 4th Gen RAMS do not need cabin air filtration.
I disagree.
Fortunately enough, it is very easy and rather inexpensive to add this feature to our RAMS.
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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Thanks, GREAT write up!
Thanks for the post!
I found some info about this mod on another forum. Here is a copy of that write up with pics:
As many of you know, Dodge decided that our 4th Gen RAMS do not need cabin air filtration.
I disagree.
Fortunately enough, it is very easy and rather inexpensive to add this feature to our RAMS.
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!
As many of you know, Dodge decided that our 4th Gen RAMS do not need cabin air filtration.
I disagree.
Fortunately enough, it is very easy and rather inexpensive to add this feature to our RAMS.
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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Went to O"Reilly yesterday and they wanted 35 bucks for the WIX filter, and had to order it.
Got both the filter and the cover for 35 bucks from the dealer.
Got both the filter and the cover for 35 bucks from the dealer.
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thats pretty sweet. will check out my new 11 when i get it next week. if all is the same on it I will post up. going to be the first mod done to the new truck! YAHOOO!!!
