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Dust & Pollen Filter Replacement

The dust and pollen filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months, whichever comes first. Replace the filter more often if the airflow is less than usual, or if the vehicle is driven in areas that have high concentrations of soot from industry or diesel powered vehicles.

  1. Remove the glove box (see GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Cut the plastic cross brace in the glove box opening with diagonal cutters in the area shown, and discard it.
    Fig 1: Cutting The Plastic Cross Brace
    G01465719Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Remove the bolts, the screws and the glove box frame.
    Fig 2: Removing The Bolts, The Screws & The Glove Box Frame
    G01465720Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the filter lid (A) from the evaporator, then pull out the dust and pollen filter (B). Note the direction of the arrow.
    Fig 3: Removing The Filter Lid From The Evaporator, & Pulling Out The Dust & Pollen Filter
    G01465721Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the filter in the reverse order of removal. Note the direction of the arrow. Make sure that there is not air leaking out of the evaporator. Note the direction of the arrow.
  6. Install the glove box frame and glove box in the reverse order of removal.