Cabin Air Filter Questions

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by icebird144, Aug 7, 2009.

  1. icebird144

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  2. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Is a Gen 6 Camry cabin air filter cheaper?

    I'm bummed that Canadian Tire no longer carries MicronAir filters.
     
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    I just wash my filter in the sink, rinse it well and reinstall
    ymmv
     
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    yes bought them from ebay and they work well :)
     
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    Can you wash and reuse engine air filter as you can with the cabin air filter?
     
    #5 eprupis, Aug 7, 2009
  6. Patrick Wong

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    No, the engine air filter is made of paper while the cabin air filter is a plastic fiber.
     
    #6 Patrick Wong, Aug 7, 2009
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