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- Sit in the passenger seat and open the glove box.
- Remove all contents to avoid anything falling out during the process.
2013-2016 Scion FR-S Cabin Air Filter Replacement
This guide will show you how to replace the engine air filter in your 2013–2016 Scion FR-S (also known as the Toyota GT86). A dirty air filter can reduce your car’s power and lower fuel efficiency.
Dealerships recommend replacing the engine air filter every 15,000 to 30,000 miles, depending on driving conditions.
Parts (1)
- Cabin Air Filter (Scion fr-s) buy ↗
Step-by-step instructions
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- Press the release tabs on both sides of the glove box at the same time using both hands to disengage the stoppers.
- The glove box will drop down further, giving access to the filter housing behind it.
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- Carefully slide or pull the glove box dampener—the small arm attached to the right side of the glove box—away from the glove box to disconnect it.
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- Press the tabs on the sides of the plastic air filter cover to remove it.
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- Pull the old cabin air filter straight out.
- Be careful—dust and debris may fall out.
- Take note of the airflow direction printed on the old filter to ensure correct installation of the new one.
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- Slide the new filter into the housing with the airflow arrows pointing down.
- Make sure it's completely inserted and seated correctly.
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- Replace the plastic filter cover.
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- Push the glove box back up and snap the side stoppers back in.
- Reconnect the dampener arm on the right side.
- Put your items back in, close it up, and you’re done!
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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