2005 cabin/pollen filter replacement w/pics FAQ
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removal of torx screws for removal of cabin filter
I guess I was not descriptive enough. My 2005 Jag s-type 3.0 has the torx screws. But (on mine at least) I only took out the pop out screws and simply lifted the cover high enough which gave me just enough room to take the old filter out and new one in. I am sure I put a little stress on the plastic near the torx screws but from what i saw, not that much. It allowed me to do it in under five minutes.
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I did this today and thought I'd add this ..
Those four plastic pins require pushing IN in the center and then the entire assembly pulls out. When replacing them pull the center pin all the way out first. Insert the base and THEN insert the center pin.
I went over two more pins and one more torx retaining screw and it's a good thing I did. The main reason is to get more flexibility of the cover for easier removal end entry of the filter. It's a clumsy operation.
Once inside the filter retainer top snaps back towards the rear.
In my case I had a new windshield installed by the dealer last year and it seems that the two center torx screw heads were under the plastic trim instead of on top holding the plastic sealing molding against the windshield.
Sloppy dealer work.
Now that my cabin filter has been replaced twice since I've owned it plus a windscreen repair I have one broken plastic retaining pin and those rectangular covers for the torx screws have retaining tabs that are getting tired.
For the next service they should probably be replaced.
I went over two more pins and one more torx retaining screw and it's a good thing I did. The main reason is to get more flexibility of the cover for easier removal end entry of the filter. It's a clumsy operation.
Once inside the filter retainer top snaps back towards the rear.
In my case I had a new windshield installed by the dealer last year and it seems that the two center torx screw heads were under the plastic trim instead of on top holding the plastic sealing molding against the windshield.
Sloppy dealer work.
Now that my cabin filter has been replaced twice since I've owned it plus a windscreen repair I have one broken plastic retaining pin and those rectangular covers for the torx screws have retaining tabs that are getting tired.
For the next service they should probably be replaced.
Difficulty level: novice
Tools needed: stubby (short) 8mm torx with 1/4" wrench or 1/4" swivel socket (pictured)
Time: less than 15 minutes (cold 1 break included)
Remove 4 push/pull pins, remove 2-torx screw cowl access covers (thumb nail) remove 2- T20 screws, gently lift cowl cover with left hand, push 2-thumb tabs lift filter cover (note 2 black arrows in photo), lift filter up and out.
Install, reverse procedure
per passport to service manual, this filter should be changed every 10,000 miles (16090 km to our metric friends)
Tools needed: stubby (short) 8mm torx with 1/4" wrench or 1/4" swivel socket (pictured)
Time: less than 15 minutes (cold 1 break included)
Remove 4 push/pull pins, remove 2-torx screw cowl access covers (thumb nail) remove 2- T20 screws, gently lift cowl cover with left hand, push 2-thumb tabs lift filter cover (note 2 black arrows in photo), lift filter up and out.
Install, reverse procedure
per passport to service manual, this filter should be changed every 10,000 miles (16090 km to our metric friends)
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Quite a few of the plastic retainers and electrical connectors work differently from one location to another so knowing exactly what to do is very helpful.
If you guess wrong you can break them and on some of the hose connections that can be expensive not mention annoying. MY local body shop supply place doesn't carry all of these and since this is in an area that "shows" I'll be getting some Jag versions of these.
If you guess wrong you can break them and on some of the hose connections that can be expensive not mention annoying. MY local body shop supply place doesn't carry all of these and since this is in an area that "shows" I'll be getting some Jag versions of these.
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It gets nasty in there after years of forgetting to change the filter. I would also caution everyone to be careful when removing the cover. They get brittle and can crack in the weaker places. If it does, quick fix epoxy for plastic will make it new again. The torx screws at the back have a little black tightening ring. Don't let it fall off. Most stay in the fitting but not always.
The filters do work well.
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MicroGard 3883 Cabin Air Filter from O'Reily $26.50
They also had one that was $40+ that was odor infused.
So I picked up some Gonesh Sticks (Sandal Wood) and cut them to wedged between the filter folds (every other one) on the inward side. If the Sandal Wood odor lasts long enough I will replace the sticks because it is relatively easy to get at the filter.
P.S. I just purchased this Jaguar S Type R with 63k miles Monday, Sept 17th.
So I picked up some Gonesh Sticks (Sandal Wood) and cut them to wedged between the filter folds (every other one) on the inward side. If the Sandal Wood odor lasts long enough I will replace the sticks because it is relatively easy to get at the filter.
P.S. I just purchased this Jaguar S Type R with 63k miles Monday, Sept 17th.
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They also had one that was $40+ that was odor infused.
So I picked up some Gonesh Sticks (Sandal Wood) and cut them to wedged between the filter folds (every other one) on the inward side. If the Sandal Wood odor lasts long enough I will replace the sticks because it is relatively easy to get at the filter.
P.S. I just purchased this Jaguar S Type R with 63k miles Monday, Sept 17th.
So I picked up some Gonesh Sticks (Sandal Wood) and cut them to wedged between the filter folds (every other one) on the inward side. If the Sandal Wood odor lasts long enough I will replace the sticks because it is relatively easy to get at the filter.
P.S. I just purchased this Jaguar S Type R with 63k miles Monday, Sept 17th.
So maybe it was September after all ...
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05 Jaguar S Type R Filter Replacement.
Difficulty level: novice
Tools needed: stubby (short) 8mm torx with 1/4" wrench or 1/4" swivel socket (pictured)
Time: less than 15 minutes (cold 1 break included)
Remove 4 push/pull pins, remove 2-torx screw cowl access covers (thumb nail) remove 2- T20 screws, gently lift cowl cover with left hand, push 2-thumb tabs lift filter cover (note 2 black arrows in photo), lift filter up and out.
Install, reverse procedure
per passport to service manual, this filter should be changed every 10,000 miles (16090 km to our metric friends)
Tools needed: stubby (short) 8mm torx with 1/4" wrench or 1/4" swivel socket (pictured)
Time: less than 15 minutes (cold 1 break included)
Remove 4 push/pull pins, remove 2-torx screw cowl access covers (thumb nail) remove 2- T20 screws, gently lift cowl cover with left hand, push 2-thumb tabs lift filter cover (note 2 black arrows in photo), lift filter up and out.
Install, reverse procedure
per passport to service manual, this filter should be changed every 10,000 miles (16090 km to our metric friends)
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