FITMENT
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2010-2024 Ram 2500 3500 4500 5500 (6.7L/6.4L Hemi)
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2014-2024 3.0L Ram 1500
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2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic(NOT fit 19-26 New Body)
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2008-2020 Dodge Journey
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2010-2014 Dodge Avenger
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2009-2012 Dodge Caliber
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Note: For 2010-2015 Ram models, factory glovebox slot cut-out modification is required.
OEM Cross-Reference
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68406048AA,68535623AA, CF11671, AQ1138; CAF1864P; PC4579x; C25858; Wix24579.
DESCRIPTION
Product Overview
- Keep the air inside your truck clean and fresh, no matter where the road takes you. This premium Activated Carbon Cabin Air Filter provides high-efficiency, multi-stage filtration that traps up to 99% of road dust, pollen, and microscopic allergens before they enter your cab.
- Unlike standard particulate-only filters, this upgrade features a thick layer of premium activated carbon. It actively adsorbs stubborn diesel exhaust fumes, chemical odors, and harsh agricultural smells—making it an essential upgrade for diesel truck owners spending long hours on job sites, highways, or farms. Designed with a high-airflow electrostatic non-woven outer layer, it shields your vehicle’s sensitive HVAC blower motor from debris buildup and premature wear without restricting air volume or heating and A/C performance.
Key Features
- Combines an electrostatic non-woven layer to trap PM2.5 particulates with a thick activated carbon layer that adsorbs gaseous diesel fumes and road odors.
- Neutralizes stubborn volatile organic compounds (VOCs), sour agricultural smells, and highway exhaust—essential for rural and work truck environments.
- Engineered with deep-pleated, high-flow media to ensure maximum HVAC blower performance and rapid temperature control without putting strain on the fan motor.
- Built with a reinforced perimeter frame that guarantees a tight, 100% bypass-free seal inside the factory filter tray over months of vibration.
Replacement Interval
- Replace every 12,000 miles or 12 months (whichever comes first) to maintain fresh cabin air and protect your blower motor.If you frequently operate your truck on dusty job sites, farms, or unpaved gravel roads, inspect the filter at every oil change. Replace it sooner if you notice a musty odor or a sudden drop in A/C and heating airflow.
FAQ
Q: What’s the difference between a carbon cabin filter and a regular one?
A: A standard particulate filter only catches dust and pollen. This upgraded filter features a high-density activated carbon layer chemically structured to adsorb microscopic gas molecules. It actively neutralizes stubborn odors like diesel exhaust fumes, road tar, and agricultural smells before they can enter your truck’s cabin.
Q: Does this filter affect my A/C or heater performance?
A: No. While cheap aftermarket filters with dense carbon layers can strain your HVAC blower motor, this design utilizes a thin, highly porous carbon layer bonded to electrostatic fabric. This construction guarantees factory-spec airflow, protecting your blower motor while maintaining rapid heating and cooling.
Q: I don’t smell anything in my cab right now — do I really need a carbon filter?
A: Many truck owners become nose-blind to the accumulated background odors from daily highway and work-site driving. Installing a fresh carbon filter immediately restores a clean, neutral breathing environment. Beyond eliminating smells, it helps capture fine brake dust and tire soot that standard paper filters miss.
Q: Is the installation really tool-free behind the glove box?
A: Installation is a direct 5-minute slide-in for 2016–2024 models, while 2010–2015 Rams may require a one-time glove box slot cut-out modification if not previously equipped.
Q: Can I get this bundled with an engine air filter?
A: Absolutely — the Air + Cabin combo covers the entire intake side in one box. If your fuel and oil filters are due as well, step up to the 2019-2024 Complete 4-Filter Kit — dual fuel, oil, air, and this cabin filter, all in a single order.
