ES300 A/C or cabin filter change (97-01)
#61
Instructor
I pulled mine this morning - thanx to this thread, I would have never knew there were 2 filters! Local auto supply didn't have one in stock, would have to order, $30 - I said I would check around and let them know. I did take a brush and air compressor to it and got it fairly clean, then sprayed it good with Fabreze.
#63
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If you haven't got a filter, makes one wonder what the evap looks like! I swear I get noticable more air flow after I cleaned mine out, plus with the Fabreze it smells nicer also!
#65
Driver School Candidate
I purchased a DENSO filter if I am correct for my 2001 ES. There were 2 filters in the box. One was a hinged filter (fold in half ) and the other was a unhinged (regular straight ) filter of approx the same size. I wondered why I got 2 filters and posting this cleared this up EXCEPT why one filter cannot be folded in half. In other words, how does this one go in. Did I get the wrong filter kit???
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Would this replacement of the cabin/AC air filter aide in removing a slight smoke odor from the car, i.e. past what air fresheners, fabreeze, and other deodorizers do?
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I just did this yesterday. Did not have anything in the compartment except for some leaves. I also did not unplug the electrical wire bundle because I didn't notice any tabs. The zip tie that is there can be easily undone. There is a tab on the zip-tie you can press on to loosen it and then move the wire bundle aside. It was a real pain to get the top filter in correctly, but once that is in, the bottom was simple.
I have a 1998 model.
I have a 1998 model.
#71
so like said i would change it ..
I finally got the filter today but was busy during the day so i finally did it @ sunset!
mnn i didnt know it was a bit pain in *** to access the filter. I thought i would @least be able to see it straight.
I had lot of debris so had to vaccum it .
Sorry about the pics . Took from old BB camera phone.
Thanks for the DIY.
I finally got the filter today but was busy during the day so i finally did it @ sunset!
mnn i didnt know it was a bit pain in *** to access the filter. I thought i would @least be able to see it straight.
I had lot of debris so had to vaccum it .
Sorry about the pics . Took from old BB camera phone.
Thanks for the DIY.
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found this on ebay for $14 from china... does any one know if these are worth while to save a buck. I'm going to order them anyways just to try it. I'll post back with updates.
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Air Filter For Toyota Camry MCV20 98-99 88880-33040
#74
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found this on ebay for $14 from china... does any one know if these are worth while to save a buck. I'm going to order them anyways just to try it. I'll post back with updates.
Air Filter For Toyota Camry MCV20 98-99 88880-33040
Air Filter For Toyota Camry MCV20 98-99 88880-33040
You will know that you are getting top quality as well as a perfect fit.
Phil
#75
This is a great write up! I replaced the cabin filters in my '97 ES300 (yes, it actually had them!) last night. The whole job took about 15-20 mins. The car already smells less 'musty' and dank when I turn the air on. I have no idea how long the old filters had been in there. At 195K miles, I figure this simple maintenance job was long overdue!