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Does recirculated air go through cabin air filter?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Bjorn45, May 26, 2021.

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  1. Bjorn45

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    On the 2nd Generation Prius, does air pass through the cabin air filter when on recirculate mode? I assume that outdoor (fresh) air goes through the filter from the detritus that collects in there. I'm asking because I want to know the fastest and most efficient way to clean cabin air when smoke or car exhaust gets inside.

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    yes, the fresh air intake is above the filter, and only closes about 80% on recirc iirc
     
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    Thank you. To be clear, are you saying that the portion of the air that is recirculated also goes through the filter (not just the fresh air)?
     
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    correct. when you set it to recirc, it all goes through the filter, but you are still getting some fresh air mix.
     
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