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Cabin Filter vs A/C Filter - the same ?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by jdcollins5, Oct 26, 2009.

  1. jdcollins5

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    For the Gen III, is the Cabin Filter the same as an A/C filter?

    The Maintenance Manual gives inspection and change intervals for the Cabin Filter. Yet the Owner's Manual does discuss or show the location of a Cabin Filter. They list the A/C Filter, the Engine Filter and the Pollen and Dust Filter.

    The A/C Filter is shown as located behind the Glove Compartment. Is this the same as what the Maintenance Manual describes as the Cabin Filter?
     
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    Yes, the filter behind the glovebox is the cabin filter, also known as the A/C filter.
     
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    Thanks

    Dwight