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

Jquad · 11-06-2010, 10:18 AM

GJ

370zproject · 11-06-2010, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeLRo

The filter I got shown in my previous pic was pretty flimsy so I returned it. They didn't have any of the ones listed at the two Kragen's I went to.

I asked at a few places for the Fram CF10157 since it's a charcoal filter, but everywhere I looked it had to be ordered since it was a newer filter. So instead I went with the Fram CF10140 which is for the G35. It fits way better than the stock one which was a bit skinnier. This one is the same length and width, and leaves no gaps around the sides.

wow i need to put one in dang dealer cheated me outta $

mrsleepy1225 · 11-19-2010, 02:29 AM

Oh i think im going to do this tomorrow morning =)

370zproject · 11-19-2010, 04:10 PM

i did it yay

cheshirecat · 02-17-2011, 12:10 AM

I just did this install- the directions are great. I recommend pulling the glove box door off to get to the lower screws.

I think the STP1766 filter is just about a perfect fit. As the DIY states, be sure the air flow arrow is down.

You'll see when you slide it in that there are plastic rails in the back that "lift" it up off the bottom of the enclosure. The filter seems like it's meant to have those rails on the "door" lift it up in the front also.

When you open the filter enclosure, just take off the door, slide the filter in, and close it making sure that the filter sits up on top of the rails.

Happy filtering.

Takes ten minutes.

wilsonp · 03-21-2011, 12:29 AM

Just did mine - used the Purolator has electrostatic and charcoal layers in the pleats.

Pulling the door off (pull toward you and a little up when it is open) was a bit harder than I thought - possibly due to removing bottom screws already, a little easier to hold near hinges and pull toward you I think.

I feel like fan force is reduced now, but I never have it on full blast so hard to really be sure.

'10Anamoly · 03-24-2011, 08:38 AM

Just ordered my Fram CF10157 from Amazon.com and should have it tomorrow. Looks like it should be a nice upgrade in filtration and has the carbon impregnated in it.

$18 shipped for a fancy filter via 1 day shipping sure does beat the $40 the dealer wanted for the OEM plain jane filter!

brian0128 · 03-25-2011, 09:50 PM

After seeing your post I just ordered the filter on Amazon.

Amazon.com: FRAM CF10157 Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter for select Lexus models: Automotive

Can't beat $14.45 with free shipping with Amazon Prime. Rep sent to Caneman88 and G96818.

takjak2 · 03-28-2011, 11:32 PM

Did mine today with the Purolator: C35479 from Advance Auto Parts for $13

Here are two more pics for the thread, you can see the ledge/ramp the filter sits up on to the left and right in the second image.

brian0128 · 04-09-2011, 05:53 PM

I finally got around to installing mine. Thanks to everyone for posting up pics. It made the install real easy.

Nissanboy · 04-09-2011, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by caneman88

5.Crank up the Red Hot Chili Peppers

Yes!

tunas · 04-13-2011, 11:49 PM

I just installed my Fram CF10157 on my 09 Z, it fits good and makes a huge difference from not having one!

Lemers · 05-08-2011, 02:16 AM

Good write up

Rooskey · 05-08-2011, 02:45 AM

I was told that the 2010's + come with a filter. Is this true or bs. Thanks

takjak2 · 05-08-2011, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rooskey

I was told that the 2010's + come with a filter. Is this true or bs. Thanks

True. It was of the "changes" for the model year.

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wilsonp A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,134 Drives: 2009 Touring Sp Nav Rep Power: 17	Just did mine - used the Purolator has electrostatic and charcoal layers in the pleats. Pulling the door off (pull toward you and a little up when it is open) was a bit harder than I thought - possibly due to removing bottom screws already, a little easier to hold near hinges and pull toward you I think. I feel like fan force is reduced now, but I never have it on full blast so hard to really be sure. __________________ 2014 Cayman S PDK Sport Chrono White/Black Was 2009 370Z Touring Sport+Nav 7AT Metallic Black/Persimmon Was 1991 NSX Auto Black/Black

03-24-2011, 08:38 AM	#67 (permalink)
'10Anamoly Track Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: GA Posts: 882 Drives: 2010 370Z BS M6 Rep Power: 16	Just ordered my Fram CF10157 from Amazon.com and should have it tomorrow. Looks like it should be a nice upgrade in filtration and has the carbon impregnated in it. $18 shipped for a fancy filter via 1 day shipping sure does beat the $40 the dealer wanted for the OEM plain jane filter! __________________ 2013 Ford Mustang GT 374rwhp, 360rwtq SAE / GT500 Axle-Backs / Brembo Pack / Track Pack / Recaros / 6spd

02-17-2011, 12:10 AM	#65 (permalink)
cheshirecat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,428 Drives: N54 135i Rep Power: 292	I just did this install- the directions are great. I recommend pulling the glove box door off to get to the lower screws. I think the STP1766 filter is just about a perfect fit. As the DIY states, be sure the air flow arrow is down. You'll see when you slide it in that there are plastic rails in the back that "lift" it up off the bottom of the enclosure. The filter seems like it's meant to have those rails on the "door" lift it up in the front also. When you open the filter enclosure, just take off the door, slide the filter in, and close it making sure that the filter sits up on top of the rails. Happy filtering. Takes ten minutes.

03-25-2011, 09:50 PM	#68 (permalink)
brian0128 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Crofton, MD Posts: 249 Drives: 09 370Z Sport 6MT Rep Power: 14	After seeing your post I just ordered the filter on Amazon. Amazon.com: FRAM CF10157 Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter for select Lexus models: Automotive Can't beat $14.45 with free shipping with Amazon Prime. Rep sent to Caneman88 and G96818. Last edited by brian0128; 03-25-2011 at 09:53 PM.

04-09-2011, 05:53 PM	#70 (permalink)
brian0128 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Crofton, MD Posts: 249 Drives: 09 370Z Sport 6MT Rep Power: 14	I finally got around to installing mine. Thanks to everyone for posting up pics. It made the install real easy.

04-13-2011, 11:49 PM	#72 (permalink)
tunas Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Elk Grove Posts: 22 Drives: 09 6MT 370Z Rep Power: 14	I just installed my Fram CF10157 on my 09 Z, it fits good and makes a huge difference from not having one!

05-08-2011, 02:16 AM	#73 (permalink)
Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 52	Good write up __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

05-08-2011, 02:45 AM	#74 (permalink)
Rooskey Track Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 974 Drives: 2014 Alpha7 GTR Rep Power: 16	I was told that the 2010's + come with a filter. Is this true or bs. Thanks

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