2016 Cabin Air Filter?
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 190
Likes: 1
2016 Cabin Air Filter?
I've just had my truck for a couple of weeks and today was putting together my maintenance spreadsheet. When looking for info on changing the cabin air filter, the owner's manual seems to default to "see your Ford dealer". I did some searching, and the only thing I could find was this Youtube video for changing it in a 2015:
Is this the same for the 2016? If so, holy hell, what a pain. I can change the filter in my 4Runner in like 30 seconds. I can't believe Ford makes it so convoluted. It wouldn't be so bad except that I'm on a farm in a dusty environment, so I like to change cabin air filters every 10K miles or so.
On the bright side I guess, is there's a whole lot less other maintenance to do compared to my previous truck, an 08 F-250 diesel.
Is this the same for the 2016? If so, holy hell, what a pain. I can change the filter in my 4Runner in like 30 seconds. I can't believe Ford makes it so convoluted. It wouldn't be so bad except that I'm on a farm in a dusty environment, so I like to change cabin air filters every 10K miles or so.
On the bright side I guess, is there's a whole lot less other maintenance to do compared to my previous truck, an 08 F-250 diesel.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 190
Likes: 1
Good to know it's not as bad as I thought. I'm just always afraid of breaking stuff from pulling too hard with my baboon hands.
Though I still think Ford should follow the lead of other manufacturers by making it a "no taking stuff apart" item. Also a friend sent me a Youtube video on how to do it on the Fiesta. Holy moly, the F-150 is really a cakewalk compared to that, so things could always be worse.
Anyway, great video Tom! I already stuck it in my Youtube reference library. Thanks for taking the time to make it!
Super Moderator
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 25,479
Likes: 742
From: Isanti, MN
Glad you found it useful Ben.
Most maintenance items seem to be a bit easier on the newer trucks. Of course I haven't dug into this one much, but oil changes are easier than on the previous generation trucks. 2015 was the first year for a cabin air filter in the F150s, and I'm happy to have it despite the added maintenance hassle.
Most maintenance items seem to be a bit easier on the newer trucks. Of course I haven't dug into this one much, but oil changes are easier than on the previous generation trucks. 2015 was the first year for a cabin air filter in the F150s, and I'm happy to have it despite the added maintenance hassle.
Posting Guru
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 2,295
Likes: 2
Though I still think Ford should follow the lead of other manufacturers by making it a "no taking stuff apart" item. Also a friend sent me a Youtube video on how to do it on the Fiesta. Holy moly, the F-150 is really a cakewalk compared to that, so things could always be worse.
Trending Topics
Senior User
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 366
Likes: 1
From: Fredericksburg, VA
There was a previous thread on this subject. I have the 2015 Platinum, and 3 Ford dealers told me that 2015s didn't have a cabin air filter. I showed them my service manual and owner's manual, both of which discuss changing the filter. On the Platinum trim line, there is a plastic 'wood' piece of trim that covers the 2 bolts that need to be removed. It is a very delicate prying job to remove that trim without breaking it. Bad design.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post