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10-29-2012, 12:46 PM | #1 |
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Why didn't the Yaris come with air cabin filter?
Seems like it would be something so simple to include with the car but yet it never came with one. I finally (after 150k miles) decided to put one in to help cut down the dust that gets into the car, seems like it'll do a great job of that too. Just makes one wonder, that's like saying you buy the car but no oil or air filter is included, you have to buy it seperately before you take it home from the car lot.
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10-29-2012, 02:17 PM | #2 |
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Bored?
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10-29-2012, 02:51 PM | #3 |
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It could have just been an oversight to mot install one at the factory or as part of the pre-delivery inspection or could have been an intended "extra" for the dealer to make a few bucks on at the time of sale.
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10-30-2012, 09:05 AM | #4 |
In spite of the housing and removable cover being in place, for some reason, not all U.K. Yaris were fitted with a filter element during manufacture.
Fortunately not too expensive and easy to fit. But it does seem strange not to fit one originally. Cost cutting going to the extreme!? In the U.K. changing the filter is not a service item. Only inspection. Toyota dealer price to change is around $54! |
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10-30-2012, 08:21 PM | #5 | |
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10-31-2012, 12:46 AM | #6 |
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I picked up one from NAPA for $13. Seems like a worthwhile investment too.
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11-02-2012, 08:14 AM | #7 |
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Where would the filter go? How do I access and does anyone have a part #?
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11-02-2012, 08:31 AM | #8 |
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One of the easiest search finds on the site. It is in a sticky in this sub-forum.
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8828
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11-02-2012, 01:03 PM | #9 |
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got mine on ebay for $7... sure it's probably not a high end filtration, but anything's better than nothing...
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11-05-2012, 07:42 PM | #10 |
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Cool, Ill try this out. Thanks for all the info!
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11-10-2012, 10:52 AM | #11 |
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I discovered my 2008 Yaris didn't have one from the factory either. Go figure. That was after I had it for a couple of years and decided to change it and lo and behold, there wasn't one. LOL I drive a lot on gravel roads too.
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11-13-2012, 02:02 AM | #12 |
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I think the second part of CTScott's post #3 is the best answer.
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And I agree, they are definitely nice to have. The Yaris' seem to get very dirty though so make sure to replace them as required. Some cars will burn out fan motors if the filter gets plugged (although I have not heard of a Yaris doing that). Cheers. |
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11-14-2012, 12:04 AM | #15 |
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I'm just glad Toyota decided to make it as an "installed" option. The previous car, Mitsubishi Galant 02 didnt have it as an option for lower trim, but standard on an upper trim, LS. Same HVAC design, but the hole was never cut from the factory.
Overall, it's really nice to have one. Props to Toyota! :) |
11-16-2012, 01:50 PM | #16 |
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I think I payed about $15 for mine at Pepboys about 6 months ago. It took only 3 mins for me to install first time around.
The dealership overcharges for that installation like crazy! I think they quoted me at about $50-$60 to do it. Quick cash for them, but total bogus for the customer. |
11-16-2012, 02:06 PM | #17 |
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A furnace filter, cut to fit and duct taped around the edge, works perfectly. EIGHT filters for about $15. Save $$$ and Do It Yourself!
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...air+filter+DIY
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