How To Install Replace Cabin Air Filter Ford Taurus Mercury Sable 96-07 1AAuto.com

[abiggs0109]

How often should you change the cabin air filter my ford taurus has 80k is it ready to change yet?

[1aauto]

@abiggs0109 It would be a good idea to check it in the fall and in the spring to see if it's dirty. When it gets dirty, then you should replace it.

[chickenfarm09]

So glad these videos are up. I want to replace the dirty filter in my parent's Taurus because it's never been touched, and I'm sure it's probably filthy. I can definitely do this myself. Thanks!

[Aspencade1984]

If my 2000 Taurus does not have this filter can I install one now? I think what I am asking is that is it a special/different cowl setup for the cabin air filter equipped cars or do all Taurus have what is needed to accept a cabin air filter. If they are all the same then I just need to pick up a filter and install it, right?

[richu27]

One reason why i like Toyotas are they have made this really easy. It didn't even take me 5 mins to replace the A/C filter.

[lilsbaby12]

i love watchin OTHER people try to work on fords.

who engineered these heaps anyway. it seems like ford goes six turns out of their way to make it overdifficult to work on. sure they make money off of little tricks like this cabin filter location but, who wants to pay 1/2 to 1 hour labor just to have one changed. shoulda put it behind the glove box...dah ford

[Opathan1]

What is the name of the plastic cover that goes over the cabin air filter? The flap on the left hand side broke off mine and heavy rain drips water into my cabin air intake. Any information or links to where I can buy a replacement part is much appreciated. I'm sure the dealer has it, but I'm not keen on paying them the massive premium to get it...seems easy enought to replace on my own.

[1aauto]

@Opathan1 Check your local salvage yard. Not sure the exact name but the cowl trim or Lower windshield trim or molding should get you in the right direction.

[lkat7071]

@Opathan1 That part is called the COWL TOP INNER PANEL SHIELD. You should be able to find it at any junkyard. That's what it's called in the 2000 Taurus Owner's manual on page 168.

[RacerE7773]

I was wondering if the taurus had a interior filter. Since I just got the car recently.

[1aauto]

@RacerE7773 cabin air filter is the same as an interior filter.

[RacerE7773]

@1aauto I replaced it yesterday; the previous owner didn't even know it was there. It was original and was so dirty you could barely see the ford on the filter.

[1aauto]

@RacerE7773 Thank you for watching our video.

[colorsilk30]

is this the one you change when you change your oil? or is that the one on the driver side? or am I just completely wrong :P ?

[1aauto]

@colorsilk30 This is the cabin filter that filters air entering the passenger compartment. Different vehicles have different intervals, 50,000 miles I believe is what is recommended. The Engine Air Filter on the Driver's side I think manufacturers recommend every 10,000 miles but that is only necessary if you drive in dusty conditions. Check it often and replace if you see a lot of dirt. 

[espinalo1]

WHAT ABOUT A FORD E350 VAN WERE IS LOCATED? THE CABIN FILTER?

[1aauto]

@espinalo1 Not sure but I will post it on here so maybe someone can answer.