| Pollen Filter at 22,000 miles
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| DaleB |
| I just replaced the cabin filter, at 22K. Recommended interval is 30K. I think 20K is almost too long. Never a smoker in this car. And replacing it is a PITA. |
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| Jim03MDX |
| :eek: That's kind of scary. Makes you realize how dirty our air is. |
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| frostyra |
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Originally posted by DaleB
And replacing it is a PITA.
Dale, mine has been done by both Honda and Acura dealers; I've had it done every 15K. I think the first change is the worst (according to the service manual); after that, it looks to be relatively easy. |
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| DaleB |
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Originally posted by frostyra
Dale, mine has been done by both Honda and Acura dealers; I've had it done every 15K. I think the first change is the worst (according to the service manual); after that, it looks to be relatively easy.
Removing the temporary plastic bracket the first time is probably 20% of the job. 15K is probably a more appropriate interval. |
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| DChan415 |
| The charcoal in the filter makes it look dirtier than it is though. |
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| DaleB |
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Originally posted by DChan415
The charcoal in the filter makes it look dirtier than it is though.
Is there a separate charcoal filter that is not removable? Or charcoal inside this one. It is white on both sides when new. |
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| Robyjo |
Mine looked similar to DaleB's, and I'm pretty sure it didn't have anything to do with 'charcoal'. As Dale points out, the filter is a very clean white pre-installation.
Also, as far as installation, the glove box removal/attachment was the toughest part IMO... |
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| EXCALIBUR |
| Q: Can anyone post a link that gives step-by-step instructions on how to change the Pollen Filter?:confused: |
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| Robyjo |
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Originally posted by EXCALIBUR
Q: Can anyone post a link that gives step-by-step instructions on how to change the Pollen Filter?:confused:
Hey Ex,
Norcalchuck posted some rudimentary instructions here. When you can, you really should consider getting the Service Manual--definitely worth the $$.
Rob |
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| EXCALIBUR |
Robyjo ,
Thanks.:4: |
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| DChan415 |
| What kind of filter are you using? The ones I've used are a dark grey color when brand new due to the charcoal in it. Or I may be thinking of an accord filter. |
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| DaleB |
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Originally posted by DChan415
What kind of filter are you using? The ones I've used are a dark grey color when brand new due to the charcoal in it. Or I may be thinking of an accord filter.
These look like an ordinary paper filter, ordered directly through a dealer (Hondacuraworld.com). Charcoal may not be a bad idea, actually. I wonder if the Accord filter is the same size. |
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| Robyjo |
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Originally posted by DaleB
I wonder if the Accord filter is the same size.
I know I would pay a premium for such a filter... |
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| DChan415 |
| No, the accord filters dont fit... they use 2 smaller filters instead of one large one. There are aftermarket charcoal filters for the accords, but I dont show a listing for the MDX's yet. |
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| Robyjo |
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Originally posted by DChan415
No, the accord filters dont fit... they use 2 smaller filters instead of one large one. There are aftermarket charcoal filters for the accords, but I dont show a listing for the MDX's yet.
Time to change my pollen filter out again--anyone know of an aftermarket charcoal filter available for the X? |
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