DIY: Adding In-Cabin air filter to the 370Z

NoHyperbole

I just removed the cabin air filter to check the dimensions. A few people on this thread have reported that they have used either the Fram CF10157 or the CF10140, and that they both fit. I am confused because their dimensions are different (significantly, in the case of the CF10140) from the OEM filter based on the info I found at framcatalog.com. Do these Fram filters actually fit properly?

Nissan OEM (27277 1EA0B): 7.875" W X 8.5" L X .75" H

Fram CF10157: 8.59" W X 8.87" L X .79" H

Fram CF10140: 7.88" W X 10.72" L X 1.18" H

Also, as Z Ninja pointed out, the OEM filter in the 2014 models has charcoal embedded in it; it is not white. Do the 2010-2012 models have white filters?

kenchan

the one i posted is the one that's in my Z. no issues with fitment on my 2009.

carlitos_370z

Like i said and i post in the pics... I use the STP and the fitment its perfect... an the answer of the white filter on the 09-13 is yes... my Z is from 2013 and have a white filter

Datsun240Z71

Lexus ES300 RX330 New Direct Fit Cabin Air Activated Charcoal Filter | eBay

I got this one from ebay... perfect fit and great price!

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huudoo

great dyi thread thanks much ....
well, broke the filter door both taps..i have J&B welded the tabs back on, I guess iwill have to order a new one if JB WELD don't hold.
I picked up a stp caf7799 carbon or charcoal filter from autozone 15.99
it is a close fit just a tad long but should work, its the only one in stock lol

Cheech

I used the Fram CF10157. It's not the same size as the oem, but I found if it is turned sideways you can cram it in there. Next year I'll try the STP model

On a side note, for those with the musty smell coming from the vents, try pouring a 20% solution of bleach and water down the windshield before you wash your car


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Cheech

Ok, so just to be clear, when I said 'turn it sideways', that's 90*





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smoothtransit

Thank you for this DIY. Finally my allergies wont be going ape sh!t while im in my car. Additionally, I also used the Fram CF 10157 and i had to really cram it in there. It worked but im sure there is a filter that is better suited for our cars.

kenchan

u did LIFT the filter while you pushed the door in, right? it needs to go on the ledge.

i did the install last friday using 10157 (as i did before 5yrs ago) and it's a simple smooth install. no forcing.

smoothtransit

To be totally honest I'm not sure if I did that... Lol


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kenchan

hell, as long as it fits, right?

TreeSemdyZee

I'm not sure if anyone else has run into this, but I found the Purolator: C35479 at Advance Auto Parts and the thing was HUGE. It was like twice the size that it should have been. (didn't buy it BTW )

Anyone else run into this?

elnortevet

I just did my 2012 370z coupe cabin filter and want to add a couple useful details: First, there are exactly 7 screws (and multiple clips that help align things). There are are 4 obvious screws across the top and 2 less obvious screws in the lower corners. The 7th screw is visible way back behind the tray on the upper right and is accessible either with a long Philips or, better yet, by working with the swing out glovebox to lift the 2 lower back hinges off their mates and angulating it so the "stops" clear out of their side holes. Second,the filter itself is behind a white cover door which opens by gently pulling on the latch on the right and sliding the hatch to the right so that a tab on the left side slides out of its slot. Remove the dirty filter and replace so "Nissan" is showing right side up, then slightly lift the filter as you close the hatch so that it remains elevated by the little angulated tabs on the bottom side of the hatch facing the filter. Pretty easy to reassemble all (helps if remove the retractor clip on the left of the tray and put all screws in then put it back on). It was a bit tricky to get the hinges to engage but seemed to help to get tray a little high then press down. Beats paying the dealer $80.

eddix

After removing all seven screws, how much force is required to remove the glove box? I'm having trouble getting my glove box out.

JARblue

Make sure you are pulling at the right angle. It requires a bit of force but not too much. I know that's not terribly helpful. I'm always worried that I'm going to break something, too. But at the right angle it should just pop out without too much effort.

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