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2013-2016 Scion FR-S Cabin Air Filter Replacement

This guide will show you how to replace the...

iFixit Library 2012-2016 Scion FR-S Easy 10 - 15 minutes Guide 185207

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Guide overview

Before you begin

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.

Step 1

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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.

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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!