I just got the toyota/lexus filter from my job (and the best part is that it was free) didnt think working at lexus would benefit in any way when I drive nissans only but i guess it did.:tup:
I will try to install it this weekend...

Thanks to
caneman88: for making my Z's interior smells fresher

DeLRo: the Fram CF10140 (charcoal) does fit perfectly

g96818: for the heads up on making 4 holes on the filter. Bravo!
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This forum ROCKS!

I swapped out my filter yesterday. Very easy with these instructions.

Hmm, I still have the musty, mildew smell in my 2011 Z when I blow just air (no A/C). Is this normal?

I finally had some time to mess around with the car this weekend and decided to install the ac filter.... only to find out the car already had one in there from the factory. :tup:
Atleast I learned how to take whole glovebox apart.:tup:

I still get a little odor too... usually on misty mornings. Guessing that is just how it goes in SoCal.

I still have the exact same problem. I try leave the A/C on so I don't get the bad smell. I also notice the bad smell only comes out when blowing COLD air with no A/C. When you turn up the heat there is no bad smell. I also recently changed the air filter so I know it's probably not the filters problem. I'm not really sure what the deal is. I think I'm going to spray some febreeze on the air filter and hopefully it blows good smelly air instead of stinky ones.

I think that when you run the A/C in the summer there is some moisture that collects on the evaporator and other parts inside the dashboard after you shut off the A/C. Then it sits creating bacteria hence the smell.

Any way to flush that after it's happened?

Try to run the fan only w/o A/C for a bit before shutting off the car! :)

Just ordered the FRAM CF10157. Plan on swapping it in this weekend. Any guesses on how bad the stock one will look?

You may or may not need to go MOPP 4 for the removal... Prolly a good idea to have it ready to go.. :rofl2:

So the 2009's did not come with a filter in the housing?

Correct. Housing is all there but no filter.

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you should definately do this. my filter had a sh!t load of crap when i changed it a couple months ago.

Nissan OEM air cabin filter part numbers
 

370Z OEM part number: B7277-1EA0A $24

INFINITI FX45 cabin air filters that will fit in the 370Z, OEM part numbers:

999M1VP051* (white), filter kit-air, A/C $24
999M1VS251 (charcoal), filter kit-air, A/C $38

*Nissan will supercede older Infiniti charcoal cabin air filters to this part number.

I think Walmart has the arm&hammer filters that filter a lot better than the stock.

Mine had a filter but it was thin bent and twisted by the tabs on the back of the door. Had to clip those off when putting in the thicker infinity unit from Autozone.

Mine was also filled with crap.

how often should u replace it i wonder

i replaced/put in a new one cabin filter ... i had a clicking issue with my ac something about a return fan or something a while ago..
well i got it apart and my air filter i had installed myself was gone nissan stole it!! 5 k miles i thought i had one :shakes head: well i got the new one put in now

Just popped a filter in this morning; thanks to Caneman88 & G96818 repped!

My nissan dealer and several auto parts stores tell me my 09 370z has no cabin filter? I followed the DYI and there is a filter box but no filter in there? I'm sure no one has removed it...I think? Is there a reason OEM in my car would not have one?

What I understand is they didn't include the cabin filter in the '09 so they would have something for an upgrade in the '10 models. Not sure if that is true or not. Read the rest of this thread if you would like to install one.

Just installed my in cabin filter. Found a filter with charcoal added at O'reilly auto parts at a good price and fits fine.It is a microgard part # 3055 $15.99 each

Because Nissan, for whatever reason (they haven't said why), decided not to install the filter at the factory.

My guess as to why (and it's only my guess) is that Nissan threw a bone to their dealers who would be able to put the filter in as an added-cost item when selling or servicing the car. My dealer had a sign up in the service area offering to install the filter (I've forgotten the price, but it wasn't cheap).

I prefer OEM Nissan parts.

The part # for the in-cabin filter is B7277-1EA0A.

This is what my filter looked like when I changed it today:

http://www.the370z.com/members/kenny...in-filter.jpeg

The new one LOOKS like it is too big. Did it fit?

My dealership quoted me $115 for this thanks for this diy write up

I installed a WIX 24883 in my '09 today. I found it at O'Reilly for $17.99 + tax. AutoZone didn't carry any cabin filters except STP brand and didn't have the correct size in stock anyway. A very easy install, only took a few minutes thanks to the pioneers who figured this out and posted the very helpful instructions & photos.
The only thing that was the slightest bit tricky is when I pulled the glovebox door off the little spring-wound retraction lanyard popped off. When reinstalling the door, you need small hands (which I don't have) to position the connector for the lanyard back on the post on the side of the door and then get the door back in position over the hinge points to snap it back in place without the lanyard coming unattached again.
Odd that Nissan didn't include a filter in an HVAC system that is obviously designed for one on that model year.

I'll be doing this install this week. Thanks for the write up!

I did mine tonight using Purolator C35479
Purolator C35479 BreatheEASY Cabin Air Filter : Amazon.com : Automotive

I recommend a long philips screwdriver, that way you can pull the glove box unit out altogether.


Thanks for the write up.

Does the air filter only filter recycled air in the cabin? I never use that option and just use air straight from outside.

I'm pretty sure it filters all air. I hope so - I had my filter installed to cut down on the tree pollen that is so bad around here.

FWIW, you can see the filter from the battery compartment (noticed this when I removed EPDM to get to SLU fuse). Q&D way to check it.

I did my cab filter today, it was easy. after 30,000 miles you can see the importance of replacing the cab filter.
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Attachment 65745 As you can see,old vs new. Plus the new filter comes with foam pads on the ends for a snug fitment.

Ok, I'm new to posting here, but I just purchased an '11 Z and wondered about the cabin air filter. I read thru several pages of the postings here then went out and removed my glove box (as directed in the first few pages). As far as the cover over the filter and the tab, if you press down slightly on the left side while pulling out gently on the right, you'll pop the right side of the cover free and slide the cover to the right. This will pull the tab gently free. I couldn't believe it but mine actually had an air filter in it. Took it down to O'Reilly, and ABC Auto....no luck. Went to Auto Zone and got one of the service guys who was glad to help me rifle thru several filters til finding an ideal one...the STP CAF7766. This one has charcoal in it (to get rid of smells) and foam on both the front and back ends. If you remove the foam and slide it into the upper rear guides within the housing, it will fit almost perfectly. If you seat it right the cover will snuggly close on it when putting it back in place. Its a nice snug fit so don't force anything. With the foam removed, mine fit and worked perfect.....I actually think better than the factory original I removed. Good luck filter huntin'!

caneman88 & g96818, you guys rock! Your posts made this process very quick and easy. Thanks a lot!

So does the vehicle come with a cabin air filter already installed? Also will you be able to tell a difference if I replace it with one that is charcoal activated?

2009's and early 2010's I believe did not come with one. Every car since then does come with one from the factory.

I can't smell any outside odors or smells while running the A/C, I have to say yes... it's working. Because when running windows down, you can smell all of the "fields" in the local area. :icon17:

the charcoal ones definitely do work very well especially during allergy season. :)

Awesome! Thanks guys. I will be ordering one today :tup:

yah, i use the fram from amazon in my 09'

dark side goes on the bottom.

Amazon.com: FRAM CF10157 Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter: Automotive